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$5,000 Signing Bonus PMHNP Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Fort Oglethorpe, GA · On-site

Experience in prescribing psych required. Option 2- Not a PMHNP, but an NP(FNP, etc) with experience in prescribing psych for this psych only job *****$5,000 Signing Bonus***** *****All In Person ...

The GEO Group

PSYCHOLOGIST

Folkston, GA

$120K/yr

The Psychologist makes appropriate referrals as necessary to a psychiatrist or other licensed professional who specializes in prescribing psychotropic medication. * Demonstrates an awareness of the ...

The GEO Group

PSYCHOLOGIST

Folkston, GA

$120K/yr

The Psychologist makes appropriate referrals as necessary to a psychiatrist or other licensed professional who specializes in prescribing psychotropic medication. * Demonstrates an awareness of the ...

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How much do prescribing psychologist jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for prescribing psychologist in the United States is $154,056.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,500.00 and $223,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Prescribing Psychologist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Prescribing Psychologist, you need a doctoral degree in psychology, advanced training in clinical psychopharmacology, and state licensure or certification for prescriptive authority. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and prescribing software is essential, along with knowledge of medication management protocols. Outstanding interpersonal skills, empathy, and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams set top performers apart. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring safe, effective patient care and successful integration of psychological and medical treatment.

What is a Prescribing Psychologist?

A Prescribing Psychologist is a licensed psychologist with specialized training in clinical psychopharmacology who can prescribe medications for mental health conditions. They assess, diagnose, and treat patients using both therapy and medication management. Prescribing psychologists typically work in collaboration with other healthcare providers, such as primary care physicians and psychiatrists. Their prescribing authority varies by state and is often granted in areas with limited access to psychiatric care.

What does a typical day look like for a Prescribing Psychologist?

A typical day for a Prescribing Psychologist involves evaluating patients’ mental health, determining the need for medication, prescribing and monitoring treatment plans, and collaborating closely with physicians and other mental health professionals. You will meet with patients for assessments and follow-ups, manage medication regimens, and document all interactions and prescriptions in an EHR system. Team meetings and interdisciplinary case consultations are common, as Prescribing Psychologists often work in hospitals, integrated care clinics, or private practices. This diverse role blends clinical assessment and psychotherapy expertise with medical knowledge to optimize patient outcomes.

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Infographic showing various Prescribing Psychologist job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 62% Full Time, and 38% Part Time. Highlights an 87% In-person, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $154,056 per year, or $74.1 per hour.
Mobile Therapist/Behavioral Specialist Consultant

Mobile Therapist/Behavioral Specialist Consultant

Alternative Community Resource Program

Altoona, PA

$40K - $45K/yr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

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Job description

Under the general direction of the Director of IBHS Programs and Executive Director in collaboration with other members of the treatment team, designs and directs the implementation of a behavior modification intervention plan suitable to each individual client and family; identifies behavioral goals and intervention techniques and instructs the treatment team in non-adversarial service delivery methods, data generation and collection, and client tracking. The Mobile Therapist / Behavior Consultant is responsible for clinically supervising the BHT's assigned to his/her caseload as outlined in 5240.72.

The BC Services are intended to provide intensive, therapeutic services to a child and family, preferably in the family's home. Other accepted settings are in the child's school, church, community center, or neighbor or extended family member's home. Services are not to be provided in an office setting. Services provided by the BC are intended to be strengths-based, child-centered, family-focused, and eco-systemic in nature. The BC will provide individual and family psychotherapy, with a strong emphasis on goals agreed upon by the family and treatment team. The BC will use a myriad of therapy techniques and will have consistent sessions with the child individually, the entire nuclear family, the family and other community resources, and any subsystem of the family, as clinically indicated by the prescribing psychologist.

Requirements:

Licensed psychologist, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist or clinical social worker or;

Licensed as a social worker or a behavior specialist and have a graduate degree that required clinical or mental health direct service practicum or;

Have a certification as a BCBA or other graduate-level certification in behavioral analysis, or;

Have a graduate degree in ABA, or;

Have a minimum of 1 year of full-time experience in providing mental health direct services to children, youth or young adults and a graduate degree in psychology, social work, education, or counseling, with at least nine credits specific to clinical practice in psychology, social work or counseling or;

Completed a clinical or mental health direct service practicum and have a graduate degree with at least nine credits specific to clinical practice in psychology, social work, education, counseling or a related field

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

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