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Department of State Hospitals

Psychologist

Patton, CA · On-site

$9.1K - $13K/mo

The Psychologist works under the administrative direction and clinical direction of the Chief Psychologist and the local Senior Psychologist Supervisor. Psychologists are critical members of an ...

State of Washington

Psychologist 4- CRCC

Olympia, WA

$147K - $197K/yr

... Department's Chief Psychologist. This position works collaboratively with custody and clinical ... staff at CRCC and other DOC facilities to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Coyote Ridge ...

Ohio State University

$84K - $116K/yr

Questions can be directed to Nick Breitborde, PhD (nicholas.breitborde@osumc.edu), EPICENTER Director, or Kristen Carpenter, PhD (kristen.carpenter@osumc.edu), Chief Psychologist and Director of ...

Ohio State University

$84K - $116K/yr

Questions can be directed toKristen Carpenter, PhD (kristen.carpenter@osumc.edu), Chief Psychologist and Director of Ambulatory Services. Three letters of reference can be sent directly to Dr.

Ohio State University

$84K - $116K/yr

Questions can be directed to Kristen Carpenter, PhD (kristen.carpenter@osumc.edu), Chief Psychologist and Director of Ambulatory Services. Three letters of reference can be sent directly to Dr.

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief psychologist in the United States is $143,481.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $123,000.00 and $172,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Chief Psychologist is a senior professional responsible for overseeing psychological services within an organization. They manage teams of psychologists, develop policies, and ensure the quality and effectiveness of mental health programs. Their role often includes supervising clinical work, conducting research, and advising on best practices for psychological care. They may also collaborate with leadership to integrate psychological insights into organizational strategies.

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As a Chief Psychologist, you are responsible for overseeing the clinical direction and quality of psychological services, managing and mentoring a team of psychologists and mental health professionals, and setting departmental policies. You may also coordinate interdisciplinary efforts, develop and implement training programs, and ensure compliance with ethical and regulatory standards. Daily tasks often involve a mix of administrative duties, case consultations, and strategic planning. This leadership-focused role is essential for maintaining service excellence and guiding the professional growth of your team.

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To thrive as a Chief Psychologist, you typically need a doctoral degree in psychology, state licensure, and extensive clinical and leadership experience. Familiarity with psychological assessment tools, electronic health records, supervision systems, and evidence-based practice guidelines is vital. Outstanding communication, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills help you excel in managing diverse teams and collaborating with stakeholders. These competencies enable the Chief Psychologist to ensure high standards of care, effective clinical programs, and a supportive workplace environment.

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Infographic showing various Chief Psychologist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 92% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $143,481 per year, or $69 per hour.

Psychologist

Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas, Inc.

Pittsburg, KS • On-site

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Community Health Center Of Southeast Kansas rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

CORE VALUES
The core values of Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas (CHC/SEK) are dignity and stewardship. Each staff member is expected to perform their job duties in a way that preserves dignity for our patients and maintains good stewardship of the Center's resources.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
This position is part of the behavioral health clinical team. This position diagnoses or evaluates mental and emotional disorders of individuals, and administers programs of treatment. This position participates in performance improvement activities.
Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
  1. Provides positive impression, through words and tone, to patients, visitors, and employees presenting to the clinic areas.
  2. Treats psychological disorders to effect improved adjustments.
  3. Performs psychological testing and evaluations.
  4. Selects approach to use in individual therapy, plan frequency, intensity, and duration of therapy.
  5. Observes patient in play or other situations, and selects, administrators, and interprets intelligence, achievement, interest, personality, and other psychological tests to diagnose disorders, and formulate plan of treatment.
  6. Collaborates, as needed, with Chief Psychologist, Psychiatrist and other specialists in developing treatment plans for patients.
  7. Responsible to make appropriate referrals to internal disciplines of CHC/SEK and/or external resources/agencies for additional services required.
  8. Provides clinical consultation to other providers within CHC/SEK as needed.
  9. Responsible for accurate, timely, and clear medical record documentation.
  10. Provides clear written and oral communication to patients/guardians, and employees
  11. Available for postdoctoral fellow supervision two hours per week as requested.

The essential functions listed are not an exhaustive list of every task the employee is required to complete. Employees are expected to perform all other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
  1. Unencumbered Kansas Psychologist License. If working in Oklahoma- unencumbered Oklahoma Psychologist License.
  2. Graduate of accredited college/university with PhD or PsyD.
  3. Completion of one-year experience in clinic setting, preferred.
  4. Not be sanctioned by the Kansas Behavioral Science Regulatory Board (BSRB).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  1. Social and cultural sensitivity appropriate to ethnically and economically diverse patient-and employee-base
  2. Demonstrate knowledge of the rationale of appropriate patient care.
  3. Communicates through appropriate channels. Use proper chain of command for patient complaints.
  4. Ability to handle emergency situations calmly and effectively.
  5. Must be computer literate and able to navigate the Electronic Health Record.
  6. Must be able to maintain good inter-personal relationship with co-workers and other members of the health care team and the organization.
  7. Ability to communicate effective with others to convey information clearly and accurately.
  8. Provide customer service in accordance to the organization's mission.
  9. Be courteous and respectful when interacting with patients and family members.
  10. Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance to organization's policy and procedure and HIPAA requirements.

WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

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