Psychologist III - Director of Psychology

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS

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Terrell, Texas$105K - $142KFull TimeClinical Psychology

Practice Authority in Texas

No Prescribing

Therapy and assessment only in this state.

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Job Description

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible

This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.

About the Role

Join Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) as a Director of Psychology – State Pension, No Call in United States. 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.

Key Responsibilities

Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Provides professional supervision and consultation to Psychology staff and others, as needed, to ensure effective staff performance and resident support.

Requirements

25 must be registered with the Selective Service. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state

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Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $105K - $142K

Pension plan offered.

PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Day shift only - no nights.

This position offers day shifts only, student loan benefits. Work with Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) in United States.

Key Skills

Psychological evaluationStaff supervisionApplied behavior analysisBehavior support plan developmentClinical consultationPerformance evaluationPsychotropic medication reviewLeadershipTechnical report writingGrant writingResearch proposal developmentStaff trainingCrisis managementRegulatory complianceProgram implementation

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Position Insights

Clinical Psychology — Physician Career Context

This Clinical Psychology position at TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Clinical Psychology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $95k, with the typical range spanning $70k to $140k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Compensation Analysis

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS lists compensation for this physician position at $106k to $142k annually.

This is approximately 31% above the national median for Clinical Psychology professionals, which is around $95k.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Terrell, Texas.

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Why This Position Stands Out

Transparent compensation ($106k–$142k)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Psychological evaluation, Staff supervision, Applied behavior analysis, Behavior support plan development, Clinical consultation, Performance evaluation, Psychotropic medication review, Leadership. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Clinical Psychology role.

Core responsibilities: The Psychologist III provides advanced psychological services, professional supervision, and consultation for staff and special programs within a psychiatric facility. They are responsible for evaluating behavior support plans, overseeing psychotropic medication reviews, and ensuring compliance with...

Benefits package: 100% Paid Employee Health Insurance, Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Generous Time Off, Career Advancement Opportunities, PSLF Eligible Employer. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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