Clinical Psychologist

Leidos

. Conduct psychological assessments and clinical interviews, including documenting clinical findings .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeMcLean • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $154,050 - $278,475 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting psychological assessments, diagnosing disorders, and providing evidence-based psychotherapy. Maintains accurate clinical documentation and collaborates effectively with medical staff and management.

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Doctoral Degree In Clinical PsychologyState Licensure As A PsychologistEvidence-Based PsychotherapyClinical Assessments And InterviewsPostdoctoral Supervised Experience

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Hard Skills

Psychological AssessmentsClinical InterviewsDiagnosis Of Psychological DisordersEvidence-Based PsychotherapyDocumentation Of Clinical FindingsGroup Therapy FacilitationMental Health BriefingsPre/Post Deployment ConsultationsOrganizational ConsultationTherapeutic Models

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal Communication SkillsDetail-OrientedCollaborative Approach To Treatment

Certifications & Qualifications

Unrestricted Counseling License/Certification

Industry Keywords

APA-Accredited ProgramPost-Licensure ExperienceMental Health Care Referral NetworkHigh-Threat OperationsExpeditionary Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct psychological assessments and clinical interviews, including documenting clinical findings
Diagnose psychological disorders and provide evidence-based psychotherapy and consultations
Conduct diagnostic interviews and therapy sessions using evidence-based and brief therapeutic models and consultation to management and other medical staff
Provide current national mental health care referral capability/network information and resources, as applicable
Develop and implement mental health related workshops and briefings, and facilitate group therapy, as requested
Conduct pre/post deployment consultations, mental health briefings, and organizational consultation to components involved in high-threat and expeditionary operations
Maintain complete, accurate, and current records of all clinical services rendered, including initial evaluations, progress notes, summary notes, and all other necessary documentation
Consult with management and other medical staff as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy. D.) in Clinical Psychology
Completion of an APA-accredited program
Postdoctoral supervised experience, ranging from 1,500 to 2,000 hours, often in a clinical setting
5 years of post-licensure/certification experience
Must have state licensure as a Psychologist to work at an independent level
A current valid unrestricted counseling license/certification from one of the 50 U.S. states or D.C. that grants the authority to provide counseling services as an independent practitioner in their respective fields is required
Experience conducting assessments and clinical interviews to include documenting clinical findings
Ability to diagnose psychological disorders and provide evidence-based psychotherapy
Strong clinical abilities, and enthusiasm for a collaborative approach to treatment
Excellent verbal and communication skills
Detail-Oriented