Psychologist II - Clinical Psychologist

Career Opportunities:
Psychologist II
- Clinical Psychologist (20070)

Posting 20070
-Posted
08/18/2026

- Health & Human Services Comm

- Adm Acute Care Psych  Psychology

- Healthcare Support

- Terrell Center for Youth

- Not Eligible for Telework
- Other Locations (1) - Additional Shifts available (1) -d. $7000 - $8999 per month

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.

Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage .

Functional

Title:

Psychologist II
- Clinical Psychologist
Job Title:Psychologist II
Agency:Health & Human Services Comm
Department:Adm Acute Care Psych  Psychology
Posting Number:20070
Closing Date:11/16/2026
Posting Audience:Internal and External
Occupational Category:Healthcare Support
Salary Range:$8,060.00-$9,508.25
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group:TEXAS-B-25
Shift:Day
Additional Shift:Days (First)
Telework:Not Eligible for Telework
Travel:Up to 10%
Regular/Temporary:Regular
Full Time/Part Time:Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:Exempt
Facility

Location:

Terrell Center for Youth
Job Location City:TERRELL
Job Location Address:1200 E BRIN
Other Locations:Terrell
MOS Codes: 230X,42PX,71F,73B

Brief

Job Description:

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need.

HSCS is comprised of ten psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers. Psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

The Psychologist II (Clinical Psychologist) performs advanced and/or managerial (senior-level) psychological work under the direction of the State Hospital Director of Psychology. The Clinical Psychologist is responsible for coordinating psychological activities and programs, conducting psychological evaluations, diagnosing, and counseling clients, and conducting psychological research. The Psychologist provides clinical supervision, consultation, and technical assistance to program staff. Provides guidance to graduate psychology trainees as requested.

Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned includes actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Attends work on a regular basis and may be asked to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and…