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Clinical Psychologist Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

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A 4881217psychologist14.1clinical psychologist10.16psychology8.02mental health1.72therapist1.31952799581818.8089.00300.00HOURLY67748552025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Clinical Psychologist, or Licensed Clinical Psychologist, is responsible for using psychological treatment options to help those with mental health disorders. Their duties include meeting with patients to discuss their concerns about their mental health, assessing their symptoms to diagnose their condition and applying scientific treatment methods to help their patients cope with or overcome their mental health conditions.

Clinical Psychologist duties and responsibilities

The setting a 4881217psychologist14.1clinical psychologist10.16psychology8.02mental health1.72therapist1.31952799581818.8089.00300.00HOURLY67748552025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Clinical Psychologist works in will affect their daily duties and responsibilities. In most organizations, a Clinical Psychologist’s responsibilities can include performing any of the following tasks:

  • Conducting scientific studies of behavior patterns and cognitive function
  • Observing and interviewing individuals, recording the interactions
  • Researching psychological, emotional, behavioral or organizational patterns and identifying issues
  • Diagnosing potential disorders
  • Discussing possible methods of treatment with patients
  • Researching and writing papers on clinical psychology issues and disorders

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Clinical Psychologist Job Description Examples

Example 1

Compass Behavioral Group is seeking a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) who wants to join our multi-disciplinary team. Compass is a community-focused agency providing support to children and families affected by neurodevelopmental issues throughout Virginia. We provide Multidisciplinary Neurodevelopmental Team Testing and Specialized Outpatient therapy in our Clinics.



If you value authenticity and want to engage in work that brings enrichment in our lives, the lives of our clients, and our community, then this position is for you. Compass is an established and healthy organization known for its commitment to excellence, personal and professional growth, and supportive work environment.



All candidates must be licensed or eligible for licensure as an LCP in Virginia along with at least one year of direct experience working with children and/or adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders.



Job Duties/Responsibilities for psychologists:
  • Evaluate and diagnose children and adults according to the DSM-5
  • Provide specialized interventions to children, adults, and families
  • Maintain expertise in neurodevelopmental issues and various approaches
  • Coordinate care with other treatment professionals
  • Participate in clinic meetings and trainings
  • Engage intentionally in the process of growth



Compass Behavioral Group offers the following benefits for full-time psychologists:
  • Competitive pay
  • Personal Office
  • Personal Apple devices (e.g. MacBook and iPad)
  • Access to assessment tools
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • 401k retirement plan with up to 4% employer match after first year
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
Work setting:
  • Clinic
  • In-person
  • Outpatient



Education:
  • Doctorate (Required)

License/Certification:
  • Licensed Psychologist Credentials Location: In person

Example 2

Job description

Work will be hybrid model depending on location.

Are you an experienced and licensed Clinical Psychologist looking for a new opportunity? An opportunity to create real change both in the lives of your patients and in your workplace? The ability to structure your career to obtain a healthy work-life balance? This is that opportunity.

Are you tired of dealing with insurance reimbursements? We are your answer.

We are a fast-growing private pay mental health company with an ethos to nurture the growth of our employees to the same degree we do our clients.

We are looking for Psychologists with at least three years of clinical experience who will perform in a clinical position with opportunities for growth into leadership.

We have a number of opportunities available including:

The opportunity to help veterans by completing disability evaluations.

Other clinical duties may include completing intake evaluations, couples counseling, individual counseling and working with a diverse population of clients. You will be working within a collaborative framework with other clinicians including medication management.

Leadership opportunities may include policy and program development, interviewing/hiring, and supervision/consultation of junior clinician.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits, autonomy, and opportunities for professional growth.

Work will be telehealth or hybrid model depending on location.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Per diem, Locum tenens

Pay: $125.00 - $210.00 per hour

Benefits:
  • Flexible schedule
  • Professional development assistance
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Choose your own hours
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed
Work setting:
  • Clinic
  • In-person
  • Office
  • Outpatient
  • Private practice
  • Telehealth



Application Question(s):
  • Do you have access to an office where you can see patients in-person?

Education:
  • Doctorate (Required)

License/Certification:
  • Licensed Psychologist Credentials (Required)
  • Psypact certification? (Preferred)

Shift availability:
  • Day Shift (Preferred)
  • Night Shift (Preferred)
  • Overnight Shift Location: In person

Example 3

Overview:

Interested in making a difference in young adults lives between the ages of 16-24? If so we may have the perfect job for you.

Job Corps is a government-funded, no-cost education and vocational training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that helps socioeconomically disadvantaged youth. We strive to fulfill this mission by following our Core Values of Safety, Individual Accountability, Respect, Integrity, Growth and Commitment.

Come and surround yourself with talented and professional individuals who have also taken the next step of making a difference in someone s life.
You would not only have a great and dedicated team to work with, but you may also be eligible to take advantage of a comprehensive benefits plan which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), legal and PTO.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities

Develop, implement and monitor the Mental Health Program to include staff development, mental health counseling of students, AODA (Alcohol and Other Drugs of Abuse) program counseling, according to the Job Corps Federal Regulations and the (PRH) Policy and Requirements Handbook.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Demonstrates and abides by the Company Core Values and the operating principles.
  • Responsible for the development, implementation and monitoring of the Center s Mental Health Program, including supervision of all mental health interns and employees.
  • Advises the Center Director and Health Services staff of all mental health matters.
  • Conducts staff development and training in the use of mental health principles and techniques.
  • Develops, schedules and documents weekly staff training as required by Job Corps Federal Regulations and the PRH.
  • Consults and promotes the coordination and integration of mental health with other Center programs and activities, including Counseling, Residential Life, Education and Recreation in cooperation with Center Health Services staff and other Center staff.
  • Provides consultation with Health Services staff and all other appropriate staff concerning Mental Health issues with students.
  • Develops constructive programs for meeting students mental health issues and working with the Center disciplinary, maximum benefits, inter-group relations and the AODA prevention programs.
  • Documents and submits forms and correspondence to local, State and Federal agencies to meet all requirements of the program.
  • Ensures and maintains confidentiality of all records.
  • Issues and maintains Standing Orders on all mental health issues as required by the Federal Job Corps program.
  • Provides evaluation and diagnostic services to inpatient or outpatient students.
  • Provides limited psychiatric treatment as permitted by licensure.
  • Provides appropriate case information to Center staff on a need-to-know basis.
  • Arranges off Center referrals and treatments (inpatient and outpatient) as needed, according to Job Corps health directives.
  • Provides on-call mental health services for emergencies, 24 hours per day, 7 days a week. MHC may provide services by phone or in person. May choose arrangements for services on behalf of the Center for appropriate services.
  • Provides documentation and referrals of students who are recommended for termination from the program.

Qualifications:

Minimum:Active, unrestricted license to practice as an independent practitioner in state where Center is located. Clinical / Counseling Psychologist or Social Worker.

Preferred: Minimum plus Job Corps experience.

Knowledge Required: Knowledge of mental health issues of disadvantaged youth.

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

Ability to relate to disadvantaged young adults (16-24 years old) and develop a rapport with student and staff.

Ability to make sound decisions.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures in Government regulations.

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, etc.

Ability to effectively present information and to respond to questions from management, government representatives and students.

Strong assessment skills.

Flexible work schedule.

All post offer candidates must complete and pass a background check and drug screen.

CSD is a leader in workforce development operating Job Corps centers throughout the U.S. since 1964 and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, child-birth, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, family care status, veteran status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. CSD makes reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities to apply for employment. Contact our HR Admin at (888) 308-0338 to request a reasonable accommodation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $126,173.00 - $147,680.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No nights
  • No weekends
Work setting:
  • In-person

Ability to commute/relocate:
  • San Jose, CA 95127: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work Location: One location

Example 4

The Part-time Clinical Psychologist/Group Facilitator plans Parenting Journey, Daddy and Me/Mommy and Me Growth and Play Groups and Foster Parents' Support Groups and other treatment groups. The Part-time Clinical Psychologist/Group Facilitator implements group work and ensures group objectives are met. The Part-time Clinical Psychologist/Group Facilitator documents group attendance and processes and evaluates group effectiveness. The job of the Part-time Clinical Psychologist/Group Facilitator is a Family Foster Care grant funded position.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Participate in evidence- based group training programs.
  • Plan and implements group work.
  • Facilitate group work and processes.
  • Document groups' attendance and processes.
  • Ensure group objectives are met.
  • Evaluate groups' participation, group dynamics and treatment progress.

Education & Experience
  • Clinical Psychology Doctoral degree and be licensed and three years of experience working in the child welfare system.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $95.00 - $100.00 per hour

Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday

Education:
  • Doctorate (Preferred)

Experience:
  • Child welfare system: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:
  • NYS License Clinical Psychologist Location: One location

Example 5

Clinical Psychologist

Luzio & Associates Behavioral Services Inc.is seeking a full-time Licensed Psychologist to join our current team of dedicated professionals to meet the ever-growing needs of our community. Candidates must have a degree from an accredited university and be a licensed psychologist in the state of Indiana. A sign on bonus is currently being offered.

Our providers deliver outpatient services to a wide variety of clients from several different local counties in a private practice setting. The practitioners in our organization conduct initial assessments with clients. They provide therapy for adults, adolescents, and children utilizing individual, family, and group settings. Our Psychologists conduct Psychological Assessments with a variety of populations and ages as well as pre-employment screenings for law enforcement agencies, veteran evaluations, pre-surgery evaluations, and Disability Determination evaluations. Additionally, we are able to provide clinical supervision for new psychologists who need their post-doctoral supervision hours. We have a dedicated team of office staff who take care of all scheduling and billing.

Benefits include: a private office, flexible hours, no weekends, no on-call, paid holidays, paid time off, paid time off for CEUs, reimbursement for CEUs, monthly continuing education programs qualifying for Category II CEU credit for the state of Indiana, malpractice insurance, 401K, dental insurance, and health insurance. We also offer a competitive salary with opportunities for bonuses and additional paid time off.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Work Remotely
  • No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
Supplemental Pay:
  • Bonus pay
  • Signing bonus

Education:
  • Doctorate Location: One location

Example 6

Dana Group Associates | Behavioral Health Servicesseeks a Clinical Psychologist. We are in need of a Clinical Psychologist to provide an assessment and psychological treatment and follow up with children, adolescents and adults patients who have a wide variety of psychiatric issues.

Responsibilities
  • Conducts diagnostic evaluations through the use of intellectual and neuropsychological testing.
  • Measures and interprets test results. Designs protocols for monitoring the neurocognitive and emotional status of medical patient populations.
  • Conducts screenings and evidence-based diagnostic outpatient evaluations of children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Provides appropriate feedback (oral and written) to families in a timely manner.
  • Conducts DSM diagnostic evaluation of children and adolescents.
  • Maintains appropriate clinical documentation in the electronic medical record in a timely manner. Writes letters, notes, and formal clinical reports on patient contacts. Communicates progress over the telephone and via the electronic medical record, as appropriate.
  • Collaborates and consults with medical providers, schools, and social service agencies as well as city, county, and state funding and placement agencies through oral and written presentation of clinical findings and recommendations.
  • Maintains test equipment and supplies of the Neuropsychology service as state-of-the-art resources.
  • Writes letters, notes, and formal clinical reports.
  • Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.
  • Remote work is offered.
QualificationsMinimum education required to perform job: a doctoral degree in clinical psychology with appropriate APA approved internship and a two-year post-doctoral fellowship in child neuropsychology.
  • Required licensure and/or certification: licensed or license-eligible. If employee is license-eligible, state license, employee must obtain license and be granted clinical privileges before start date.
  • Demonstrated ability to work as a part of multiple teams.
  • Ability to think proactively, acts creatively, and takes initiative appropriately. Excellent communication, critical-thinking, and interpersonal skills.
Ideal candidates will have excellent verbal and written communications skills, confidence in working with EMR Platforms, an ability to work with diverse clients, and motivation to be a proactive member of a dynamic treatment team that is committed to holistic care and effective [website] do the work to get you credentialed with all of the major [website] time, part-time, FFS basis. Flexible schedule morning, afternoon, evenings or weekends.Benefits:

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Short Term Disability - Employer paid 100 %

Long Term Disability - Employer paid 100%

Life insurance - Employer paid 100%

Paid Holidays

Time Off

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
  • Psychiatry
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Dana Group Associates follows all CDC guidelines for patients and employees.

Education:
  • Doctorate (Preferred)

License/Certification:
  • license Location: One location
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Clinical Psychologists typically work for mental health clinics, rehabilitation facilities, hospitals, schools and prisons to assess and treat patients with various mental health conditions. They work closely with other mental health professionals to provide optimal support to their patients. Their job is to refer to the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual) to compare their patient’s symptoms and behaviors and helping their patients understand their condition, its causes and treatment options. They may also conduct research studies with other Clinical Psychologists to learn more about conditions like OCD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or anxiety disorders.

Clinical Psychologist skills and qualifications

There are several qualifications, especially concerning communication and interpersonal skills, that will help a Clinical Psychologist succeed in their duties, including:

  • Communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Analytical skills
  • Integrity
  • Observational skills
  • Patience

Clinical Psychologist salary expectations

The average salary of a Clinical Psychologist is $96,630 per year. This can vary depending on the type of clinical work they perform, their geographical location, experience level and whether they work in the public or private sector. Some common benefits for Clinical Psychologists include a flexible schedule, loan repayment programs and paid time off.

Clinical Psychologist salary expectations

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Clinical Psychologist education and training requirements

People who want to work as a Clinical Psychologist should either get a Ph.D. in Psychology or a Doctor of Psychology degree, also known as a Psy.D., though organizations hiring Clinical Psychologists usually prefer the latter. Doctor of Psychology degrees require practical work and exams, as well as a one-year internship for some programs. A Ph.D. in Psychology includes coursework in statistics, experimental procedures and psychological research. The Ph.D. is a research degree, so students have to complete a dissertation in addition to taking a comprehensive exam. Depending on where the Clinical Psychologist is employed, they will probably need a license to practice, which requires some practical experience.

Clinical Psychologist experience requirements

Experience in clinical settings or specific experience in the type of clinical psychology a prospective employer needs is always a plus. An ideal candidate will have doctoral and postdoctoral interning experience in an organization and will have demonstrated their interpersonal skills, communication skills and integrity through previous work experience and associated referrals. Previous experience can vary from private practice to work for a large private or public organization.

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