Clinical Psychologist

Location: Purchase, Harrison, NY Position Summary The Clinical Psychologist provides psychological services to clients across Release Recovery's Westchester programs. This role provides individual clinical services, psychological assessment and testing, diagnostic evaluation, and consultation based on client needs. The Clinical Psychologist works closely with the medical and clinical teams to support treatment planning, evaluate more complex or higher-risk presentations when needed, and provide specialized psychological expertise across the program. Essential Functions Clinical Assessment & Treatment Evaluate clients with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring conditions and diagnose clinical conditions when appropriateMeet individually with clients to provide therapy and other clinical interventions based on their needsConduct risk assessments for clients presenting with significant psychiatric, behavioral, suicide, self-harm, or other safety concernsDevelop clear clinical recommendations and communicate findings to the treatment teamMeet with families or other supports when clinically appropriate Psychological Testing & Diagnostic Services Conduct psychological and diagnostic assessments when additional evaluation is neededAdminister and interpret psychological testing as appropriateUse testing, clinical interviews, history, and other available information to support diagnosis and treatment planningPrepare written assessment reports and recommendations when formal testing or evaluation is completed Treatment Team & Clinical Consultation Participate in treatment team meetings and provide consultation on client needs, diagnosis, risk, and treatment planningCollaborate closely with medical, clinical, and leadership teams to support client careProvide consultation to clinicians when questions arise regarding diagnosis, assessment, risk, or treatment approachCoordinate with outside providers and other professionals when needed to support continuity of care Clinical Quality & Support Provide education and training to clinical staff on psychological assessment, diagnosis, complex presentations, and other areas of expertiseSupport the development and improvement of clinical assessment practices and protocols as neededReview and support policies and procedures related to suicide risk, self-harm, and other high-risk clinical concernsComplete clinical documentation, assessments, reports, and other required records accurately and within required timelinesMaintain current knowledge of psychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health and co-occurring conditionsPerform other duties as assigned based on organizational need Competencies Clinical Judgment: Identifies client needs, recognizes changes in risk or acuity, and makes appropriate clinical recommendations in a timely mannerAssessment & Diagnosis: Completes thorough evaluations, reaches well-supported diagnoses, and documents findings clearlyPsychological Testing: Selects, administers, and interprets appropriate psychological assessments and communicates results in a way that supports treatment planningRisk Assessment: Recognizes and evaluates suicide, self-harm, psychiatric, and behavioral risk and follows appropriate escalation and safety proceduresClinical Documentation: Completes notes, assessments, reports, and recommendations accurately and within required timelinesCollaboration: Participates consistently in treatment team meetings and provides clear, useful consultation to medical and clinical staffCommunication: Explains clinical findings and recommendations clearly to clients, families, and treatment team members Requirements Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology (PhD or PsyD) from an accredited programActive license as a psychologist in New York StateExperience assessing, diagnosing, and treating adults with mental health conditionsExperience administering and interpreting psychological assessments and testingExperience evaluating and supporting clients with higher-acuity or complex clinical presentationsExperience working with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions preferred Other Requirements Ability to work onsite in WestchesterAbility to maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundariesAbility to respond appropriately to urgent or high-risk clinical situations Benefits Joining our team means being part of a mission-driven organization redefining how the world views and treats substance use and mental health. At Release, recovery is about growth, connection, and long-term transformation. When you join our team, you will: Work alongside respected thought leaders in the recovery spaceMake a direct, meaningful impact on individuals and familiesReceive compensation commensurate with experience (salary range: $130,000 - 160,000)Be eligible for health, dental, and vision benefits (full-time employees) We believe recovery is a journey, not a destination, and we're committed to shaping that journey with intention, care, and innovation.