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State of Indiana
Indianapolis, Indiana

Psychologist

PsychologistFull-Time

Listed compensation

starts at $95K

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Job Description

Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Neurodiagnostic Institute

The Neurodiagnostic Institute and Advanced Treatment Center (NDI) is located on the Community Hospital East campus in Indianapolis, delivering advanced evaluations and treatments for patients with psychiatric illness. Together, the NDI and the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) offer a modern, healing atmosphere for all Hoosiers.

Salary

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $94,718.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our

Compensation

  • Calculator to view the total compensation package. A Day in the Life:
  • Conduct Assessments and Provide Diagnostic Insight
  • Administers initial and annual psychological assessments for all patients to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Performs psychological testing, scoring, interpretation, and written reports to inform clinical decision-making. Engage in Treatment Planning and CollaborationParticipates in clinical treatment meetings to contribute psychological expertise to interdisciplinary care. Provides recommendations for specialized psychological evaluation and treatment according to the goals outlined in the master treatment plan to align care with patient needs. Ensures patient involvement and participation in treatment planning and implementation to promote engagement and recovery. Deliver Therapeutic Interventions and Support
  • Provides evidence-based, recovery-oriented therapeutic interventions to patients in individual and/or group format to address mental health needs. Maintains a therapeutic alliance with the patient and family/caregivers and facilitate family therapy to strengthen support systems. Provides evidence-based therapeutic and psychoeducational interventions for campus-wide active treatment groups to promote shared learning and recovery. Document and Uphold StandardsCompletes documentation of all aspects of patient contact per facility, departmental, and HIPAA guidelines to ensure compliance and continuity of care. The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary. What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following: Ability to utilize various sources of data to determine changing clinical needs of hospital population and the ability to plan and/or alter psychological practice accordingly. Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Knowledge of psychological theory, practice, and applicable laws pertaining to the practice of psychology in Indiana. Knowledge of the State of Indiana rules and statutes and HIPAA regulations pertaining to patient privacy and confidentiality. Knowledge of the professional ethical guidelines delineated by the American Psychological Association. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to administer, interpret, and incorporate psychological assessment materials to address salient diagnostic and treatment issues. Ability to supervise master’s level clinicians and practicum students, if applicable. Possess a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology. Must hold a valid license as a Psychologist by the Indiana State Psychology Board. Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plansWellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewardsHealth savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contributionDeferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer matchTwo (2) fully-funded pension plan optionsA robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothersUp to 15 hours of paid community service leaveCombined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off12 paid holidays, 14 on election yearsEducation Reimbursement ProgramGroup life insuranceReferral Bonus programEmployee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visitsQualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramFree Parking for most positionsFree LinkedIn Learning access Equal Employment Opportunity: The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance.

Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.

If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

Key Responsibilities

The psychologist will conduct psychological assessments, interpret testing data, and develop treatment plans for patients with psychiatric illnesses. They will also provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support patient recovery.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology and hold a valid license as a Psychologist by the Indiana State Psychology Board. Strong knowledge of psychological theory, HIPAA regulations, and clinical assessment practices is required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Diagnostic testingClinical documentationHIPAA complianceSupervisionEvidence-based practiceInterdisciplinary collaborationCrisis interventionRecovery-oriented care

Psychologist Career Context

Of the 50 active Psychology listings this role was benchmarked against, 68% are remote, 14% have no call, 36% require no weekends.

Psychology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Psychology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$95kPsychology median $127k (middle half $104k–$144k)293 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$102k in purchasing powerIndiana index 93.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Psychology listings in Indiana17 active1,779 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 68% remote · 14% no call · 36% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentloan repaymentUS psychologist listings (all specialties): 17% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 5% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Psychology listings614 in the last 30 days299 the 30 days before (+105%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Psychology pay trend+2.0% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Psychologist Jobs

40 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

40 jobs · 13 employers
10
<$140k
18
$140k-160k
4
$160k-180k
8
$180k-200k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

39 jobs · 13 employers
401k / retirement match
95% this job
Sign-on bonus
46%
CME allowance
41%
Loan repayment
13% this job
Relocation assistance
10%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Outpatient Clinical Testing Psychologist ( PhD, PsyD)

LifeStance Health · Katy, Texas, United States

$115k-$185k
#2

Clinical Psychologist / Neuropsychologist/Outpatient Clinic/Full-Time Employment/Lutz

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$150k–$183k
#3

Clinical Psychologist / Neuropsychologist/Outpatient Clinic/Full-Time Employment/Tampa

$150k–$183k
#4

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Psychology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,774 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About State of Indiana

Hospitality
Indianapolis, Indiana
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Three medical plan options (including RX coverage)
Vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program
Health savings account with bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) with employer match
Two fully-funded pension plan options
150 hours paid New Parent Leave
Up to 8 weeks paid Childbirth Recovery Leave

Living in Indianapolis city (balance)

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$226k≈ 2.4× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,375/mo≈ 17% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.