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Forensic Evaluator

Nottoway, VA · On-site

$123K - $161K/yr

Forensic Evaluator State Role Title: Psych III/Psychology Assoc III Hiring Range: $123,326.00 - $161,762.00 Pay Band: 6 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location: Va Center for Behavioral Rehab ...

Treatment Associate

Nottoway, VA · On-site

$41K - $49K/yr

Treatment Associate Apply now Job no: 5111489 Work type: Full-Time (Salaried) Location: Nottoway ... about psychological constructs and various intervention techniques; ability to evaluate and ...

$250/hr

Working Title Working Title Psychology Adjunct Instructor Role Title Role Title Adjunct instructor ... The college offers associate degrees, certificates, and career studies certificates In transfer and ...

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How much do associate psychologist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate psychologist in Virginia is $92,017.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,900.00 and $116,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical responsibilities of an associate psychologist?

As an Associate Psychologist, you will often conduct psychological assessments, facilitate individual or group therapy sessions, and maintain detailed clinical documentation. Collaboration is a key component of the role, as you’ll frequently work alongside senior psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop and adjust treatment plans for clients. You may also participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences, which provide valuable opportunities for learning and professional development. This structure supports both client care and your own growth within the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate psychologist?

To thrive as an Associate Psychologist, you typically need a master's or doctoral degree in psychology, supervised clinical experience, and relevant licensure or registration. Familiarity with psychological assessment tools, electronic health record (EHR) systems, and evidence-based therapeutic techniques is important. Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and analytical thinking help build rapport with clients and interpret complex behavioral data. These competencies ensure effective client support, ethical practice, and accurate treatment planning in mental health settings.

What is an associate psychologist?

An associate psychologist is an entry-level mental health professional who has completed a master's or doctoral degree in psychology and is often working under supervision to gain clinical experience. They may assist in assessments, therapy sessions, and research, and often work toward licensure or certification to practice independently.

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Infographic showing various Associate Psychologist job openings in Virginia as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 53% Full Time, 40% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $92,017 per year, or $44.2 per hour.

Associate Director Community Psychological Services Clinic, Clinical Professor (Non-Tenured Track, F

Norfolk, VA • On-site

Old Dominion University
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Full-time

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Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Associate Director Community Psychological Services Clinic, Clinical Professor (Non-Tenured Track, F0465A)
Department
PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT
Position Number
F0465A
Job Description
The Department of Psychology at Old Dominion University (ODU) seeks to fill a full-time 12-month non-tenure track faculty position to serve as the Associate Director of the Community Psychological Services Center (CPSC), beginning January 2027. The Associate Director of the Center will be an integral member of the ODU Clinical Psychology PhD Program faculty and serve as Associate Director of Clinical Training for the Program.
The CPSC is a new outpatient facility adjacent to ODU campus that will provide mental health assessment and therapeutic services to the Hampton Roads community. The CPSC is prepared to provide individual and group psychotherapy for adults, children and youth, and families as well as psychodiagnostics assessments.
The facility will also serve as a core clinical training and research site for students in ODU's Clinical Psychology PhD Program, who will provide direct clinical services.
Primary responsibilities will include:
  1. Primary and secondary supervision of graduate students using evidence-based and culturally responsive assessment and treatment for diverse populations;
  2. Meeting with appropriate university administrators, private referral sources, public and community agencies, and organizations interested in CPSC programs and services;
  3. Cultivating external practicum sites in the Hampton Roads community;
  4. Direct provision of mental health services.
  5. Conforming to the professional standards and ethics of the American Psychological Association and any other accrediting bodies and adhere with state and federal laws regarding the delivery of mental health services.

Position Type
FullTime
Type of Recruitment
General Public
Type of Recruitment
General Public
Minimum required education and/or special licenses, registrations, trainings, or certifications
Candidates must have a doctoral degree in clinical psychology or closely related field from an APA-accredited program and APA-accredited internship or its equivalent;
Licensure or licensure-eligible in the Commonwealth of Virginia prior to the start date
Minimum required level and type of experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities
Applicants must have a record of at least one year of providing clinical supervision;
At least one year of experience post-doctoral in provision of health service psychology services.
Preferred Qualifications
Expertise in psychodiagnostic assessment;
Expertise in delivery of mental health services to children and families.
Proficiency in a range of treatment modalities (e.g., CBT approaches, third-wave behavioral therapy; family/systems approaches, trauma-focused approaches, etc.)
Conditions of Employment
This is a site based position requiring in person work.
Location
Norfolk, VA
Job Open Date
12/25/2026
Application Review Date
08/17/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Application Instructions
Interested candidates must apply at https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/26605and attach the following with their online application: :
• Cover letter of application summarizing their relevant qualifications for the position including prior relevant experience and clinical theoretical orientation
  1. Full curriculum vitae
  2. Statement of philosophy and prior experience in providing clinical supervision.
  3. Unofficial Transcripts
  4. Full contact information for at least three academic or professional references.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and will continue until the position is filled, with priority given to applications received by August 17, 2026. Inquiries regarding this position may be directed to Dr. Christina Rodriguez, Search Committee Chair, via email at crodriguez@odu.edu.
Telework Friendly
No
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683-3141.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or © consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
About the College
Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia's forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, an R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia's economy.
About the Department
The Department of Psychology is one of seven departments in the College of Sciences and includes 29 full-time faculty members, over 1,200 undergraduate majors, and 60 students in our graduate programs. The department offers a terminal Master's degree in Psychology and a Ph.D. with concentrations in Health Psychology, Human Factors, and Clinical Psychology. For more information about the department, visit https://www.odu.edu/psychology.

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