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Elmira, New York

Licensed Psychologist

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Listed compensation

$100–$125 /hr

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Posted 4mo ago

Job Description

Join The Arc Chemung-Schuyler as a Contract Licensed Psychologist and embrace the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals within our community. This position would require being onsite to conduct the assessments with some offsite hours dedicated to writing their reports.

The onsite frequency would depend on their availability and/or assessment needs. With a competitive pay range of $100-$125 per hour, you'll be rewarded for your expertise and dedication.

You'll thrive in a professional environment that values problem-solving and empathetic approaches to mental health. Your work will be pivotal as you collaborate with a forward-thinking team in Elmira, dedicated to excellence and integrity.

Apply now to be part of a mission-driven organization that puts client needs at the forefront while supporting your professional growth.

The Arc Chemung-Schuyler: Our Mission

We invest in your success. Join us at The Arc - Invest in a career, not just a job. We believe when we invest in your success, you advance your career, and that helps The Arc continue its leadership role in the disabilities arena in New York state. If you're looking for meaningful work that makes a real difference in people's lives, join us today to unlock your potential for growth and fulfillment in the Human Services field.

Make a Difference as a Licensed Psychologist

As a Contract Licensed Psychologist at The Arc Chemung-Schuyler, you will conduct comprehensive evaluations of individuals' mental health and cognitive abilities.

This involves administering standardized psychological tests, conducting in-depth interviews, and analyzing various data points to identify potential issues and diagnose disorders.

Your expertise will enable you to develop tailored treatment plans that address each individual's unique needs, playing a critical role in their journey towards better mental health.

Your analytical skills and empathetic approach will directly impact the lives of those you serve, making this an enriching opportunity in a supportive work environment.

Would you be a great Licensed Psychologist?

To excel as a Contract Licensed Psychologist at The Arc Chemung-Schuyler, candidates should possess a robust set of skills and experience with various psychological assessments.

Familiarity with tools such as WAIS-IV (Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale, Fourth Edition), WISC-V (Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, Fifth Edition), and ADOS 2 (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition) is essential.

Additionally, proficiency in the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales and experience conducting capacity and guardianship assessments will be vital in diagnosing and developing treatment plans for clients.

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills are necessary to interpret data effectively, while excellent communication abilities will facilitate meaningful interactions with individuals and their families.

An empathetic mindset will further enhance your capacity to connect with clients and address their unique mental health needs.

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Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive mental health and cognitive evaluations using standardized psychological tests and in-depth interviews. Develop tailored treatment plans to address the unique needs of individuals to improve their mental health outcomes.

Requirements

Candidates must be Licensed Psychologists with expertise in specific assessment tools like WAIS-IV, WISC-V, and ADOS 2. Proficiency in Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales and experience with capacity and guardianship assessments are essential.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Psychological AssessmentMental Health DiagnosisCapacity AssessmentsTreatment PlanningAnalytical ThinkingEmpathyClinical InterviewingData Analysis

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Psychologist at Confidential Employer a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the Above average in Psychology — ranked against 1,626 active Psychology listings on WeekdayDoc.

Psychologist Career Context

Of the 50 active Psychology listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% are remote, 32% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

Psychology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$234k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $217k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Benefits & Perks40 jobs · 18 employers

401k / retirement match
100%
CME allowance
55%
Sign-on bonus
35%
Loan repayment
20%
PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.5this job 7.2
Better work-life than 60% of Psychology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,626 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Elmira

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$133k
Typical market rent
$1,131/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
94.4
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Elmira, NY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Confidential Employer

Individual and Family Services
Elmira, New York
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive hourly pay
Contract position