Clinical Psychologist (Psychology Associate II)

Title: Clinical Psychologist (Psychology Associate II)

State Role Title: 49212

Hiring Range: $102,726.00 - $141,762.00; Salary to Commensurate with Experience.

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Central State Hospital

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/csh/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

** Regular schedule is Monday–Friday, with alternative flexible scheduling options (e.g., four 10-hour shifts) available based on operational needs. **

Central State Hospital (CSH) is a 277 bed Joint Commission accredited psychiatric inpatient facility located in Petersburg, Virginia. CSH has proudly been serving citizens of the Commonwealth since 1870, when we opened our doors as the first psychiatric hospital in the country dedicated to the treatment of African Americans. A new and modern CSH is currently under construction on the same property, with a scheduled completion date of 2026.

CSH maintains the only maximum-security treatment facility in the state (111 beds). We also have 166 beds available for individuals in the community who need inpatient care, as well as individuals in the criminal justice system. We believe that treatment should be holistic and focused on the person’s individual needs, recognizing that recovery is not linear or the same for every person. Treatment modalities may include medication, evidence-based group and individual therapy, peer support, psychosocial rehabilitation, vocational training, preparation for court, and treatment for substance use.

Central State Hospital is recruiting for a Clinical Psychologist (Psychology Associate II) to provide comprehensive psychological services within a multidisciplinary forensic treatment setting. This position is responsible for conducting initial, annual, suicide risk, and specialized forensic assessments; completing psychological testing and evaluation reports in accordance with established timelines and quality standards; participating in treatment team meetings to assess patient progress, provide consultation regarding psychological findings, and assist in the development and revision of individualized treatment plans. The Clinical Psychologist will facilitate psycho-social rehabilitation (PSR) groups, provide individual therapy, supportive counseling, and competency restoration services, and develop, implement, and monitor behavioral interventions as clinically indicated. Additional responsibilities include providing clinical supervision and training as assigned, maintaining required licensure and professional competencies, and demonstrating professionalism, cultural awareness, effective de-escalation skills, and a commitment to least restrictive treatment practices while fostering a safe, respectful, and recovery-oriented environment for patients and staff.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities to Perform the Job:

- Requires knowledge of psychological/therapeutic theory and evidence-based practices.
- Requires experience providing psychological services including treatment planning, assessment, and individual/group therapy with adults with serious mental illness.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work as a collaborative team member.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:
- Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology or related field from an accredited college/university required.
- Must be licensed or eligible for licensure (within 12 months of hire) as a Clinical Psychologist in Virginia.
- Experience providing mental health services to clients with severe mental illness required.

Additional Considerations

Preferred:

- Prior experience working in an inpatient psychiatric or behavioral health facility.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Application Requirements: Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions abo