Assessment Psychologist - Methodist Home for Children

Salary Range:$90,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually

Location: Winston-Salem, NC
Type: Full-Time

About Us:

At Methodist Home for Children, we transform lives. Our Juvenile Assessment & Crisis Centers provide critical care and intervention for boys and girls with histories of mental illness, neglect, trauma, or substance abuse. Referred by juvenile court counselors, these youth stay with us for 14 to 30 days, receiving comprehensive testing, observation, and support. Supervised by licensed psychologists and clinical case managers, each child leaves with a personalized care plan that equips them for future success.

Join our passionate team and be part of something bigger—help us inspire hope, ignite potential, and change lives for good.

Job Description:

Are you ready to make a lasting impact? We are seeking an experienced, licensed Psychologist to provide clinical oversight at our Winston-Salem Juvenile Assessment & Crisis Center. This is your chance to work hands-on with youth in need, guiding them through a pivotal time in their lives. You will lead with compassion, empower with expertise, and drive progress for each young person we serve.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the Assessment Center program, ensuring services align with our mission and deliver measurable, meaningful outcomes.

  • Develop and refine assessment protocols that guide individualized, evidence-based care.

  • Conduct psychological testing, ensuring thorough evaluations for each youth.

  • Communicate with Court Services and other stakeholders, ensuring seamless coordination of care.

  • Stay at the forefront of best practices, driving innovations in care.

  • Partner with fellow psychologists on research, consultation, and potential publications.

  • Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of behavioral health services at our Center.

Qualifications:

  • Doctorate Degree in Psychology.

  • Active NC Psychology Board license.

  • Proven experience in diagnosis, treatment, and outcome evaluation for youth.

  • Strong writing, communication, and presentation skills.

  • Passion for research, growth, and leading clinical teams.

  • Leadership ability in overseeing master's level clinicians.

Benefits:

At Methodist Home for Children, we don’t just invest in our youth—we invest in our people. As a full-time employee, you’ll enjoy:

  • Generous Paid Time Off: Paid holidays, 10 vacation days, and 12 sick days per year.

  • Health Insurance Options: Choose between BCBS Medical Base HSA Plan or Medical Buy-Up HSA Plan, plus dental and vision coverage.

  • Life Insurance: Agency-paid $75,000 term life insurance, with options to increase coverage.

  • 403B Plan: Tax-deferred annuity plan with employer match.

  • Additional Perks: Coastal Credit Union membership, Employee Assistance Program, Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, and Workers' Compensation benefits.

Join Us:

Be part of something truly life-changing! At Methodist Home for Children, we believe every child deserves the chance to succeed—and we’re looking for passionate professionals like you to help make that happen. Join us and help rewrite the future for North Carolina’s youth.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Methodist Home for Children is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Veronica Penn, Director of Staff Recruitment

Phone: 919-754-3633

Fax: 919-534-1712

Email: vpenn@mhfc.org

Michele Boguslofski