Psychology and Religion Psychologist

Responsibilities

St. Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute (SLBMI) is seeking licensed psychologists with expertise and passion in integrating religion and spirituality with evidence‑based psychotherapy. The role involves providing psychological evaluations for clergy and clergy candidates, administering group therapy, and presenting psycho‑educational workshops on spirituality and well‑being.

Local candidates in Missouri are preferred.

Monday‑Friday, dayshift. Onsite & remote work available, with some onsite work required for assessment components.

• Clinicians participate in the program's assessment team, providing psychological evaluations for clergy and clergy candidates.
• Clinicians may also offer group therapy and conduct psycho‑educational workshops in the community on topics related to spirituality and well‑being, and clergy/minister wellness.

• Centralized intake office that screens and schedules a steady flow of clients.
• Professional billing service and marketing support.
• Assistance with managed care, credentialing, and practice development.
• Ability to build a diverse caseload around your interests and specialization.
• Schedule flexibility to support lifestyle preferences while maintaining an active patient caseload.
• Compensation based on a percentage of net cash collections, allowing greater independence and potential earnings with a larger caseload.
• Multidisciplinary team of 70+ colleagues offering case consultation, continuing education, and program development.
• Opportunities for clinical presentations, consulting, research, and continuing education seminars.

• Competitive compensation.
• Professional liability insurance.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plans.

• Full‑time base salary guarantee (benefits‑eligible) transitional plan, typically four months, to allow new providers time to build their caseload.

• Transitional training plan of six months for licensed providers who need additional training within their program’s area of specialization before becoming a specialist.
• Includes a reduced minimum caseload, weekly supervision, assigned reading, didactic sessions, increased conceptualization in treatment plans, and open supervision discussions.

• Completed a doctoral degree in a clinical mental health field (e.g., PsyD or Ph.D) and fully licensed by the State of Missouri to practice independently.
• Psychologists not residing in Missouri must have a current Psychology license in a PSYPACT state, hold a current PSYPACT credential, and be willing to maintain that credential.
• Credentialed‑eligible for managed care panels in Missouri; 90‑day wait period for insurance credentialing before starting.
• Strong background in the integration of religion/spirituality and psychotherapy preferred.
• Expertise in psychological evaluation and report writing.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Clinical specialization that complements the Institute’s current offerings (e.g., neuropsychology, addiction specialist, couples and family).

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