Clinical Psychologist Jobs in Trenton, NJ

A Clinical Psychologist plays a pivotal role in the mental health industry by diagnosing and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders in patients. They conduct psychological assessments, provide psychotherapy, develop treatment plans, and conduct research on mental and behavioral health conditions. They work with diverse patient groups, ranging from children to adults, and may specialize in specific areas such as substance abuse, trauma, or family therapy. The profession requires advanced skills such as effective communication, empathy, problem-solving, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

Most Clinical Psychologists need a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree in psychology, a valid and current license to practice, and certification from the American Board of Professional Psychology. Prior to becoming a Clinical Psychologist, an individual may work in the roles of a Mental Health Counselor or a Social Worker to gain experience in a therapeutic setting. Others may start their careers as a Research Assistant or a School Psychologist, learning about human behavior and developing assessment skills.

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Clinical Psychologist - Up to $86,000 Sign-on Bonus

  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • Fort Dix, NJ (15 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Dix, NJ (15 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Completes reports for institutional staff on inmates who may manifest sudden bizarre behavior or thoughts, insomnia, psychosomatic complaints, suicidal preoccupations, depression, somnambulism, anxiety...

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Clinical Psychologist

  • SENIOR CARE THERAPY
  • Freehold, NJ (23 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (23 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Clinical Psychologist Are you passionate about working with an underserved and rewarding population?...

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Mental Health Clinician II (Multiple positions)

  • Rutgers
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Recruitment/Posting Title: Mental Health Clinician II (Multiple positions) Job Category: Staff & Executive - Healthcare Department: Brandt Center Retreat Overview: Rutgers University Behavioral...

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Licensed Mental Health Clinician (U.S. Navy & Marines Reserve PHOP)

  • Serco
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 13 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 13 days ago

Job Order Number: DF0761597 Job Title: Licensed Mental Health Clinician (U.S. Navy & Marines Reserve PHOP) Company: Serco Location: Trenton, NJ Salary: Education: Information Not Provided...

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Clinical Psychologist Needed for 1099 Coverage at Outpatient Facility in Newark, New Jersey

  • LocumTenens.com
  • Jackson, NJ (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Jackson, NJ (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

This Job at a Glance Job Reference Id: ORD-207142-PhD-NJ Title: PhD Dates Needed: ASAP - Ongoing Shift Type: Day Shift Assignment Type: Outpatient Call Required: No Board Certification Required:...

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Mental Health Clinician III

  • Rutgers
  • Monmouth Junction, NJ (16 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 20 days ago
  • Monmouth Junction, NJ (16 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 20 days ago

Recruitment/Posting Title Mental Health Clinician III Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare Department UBHC - PH Adult Monmouth Junct Overview Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (...

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PER DIEM- Licensed School-Based Mental Health Clinician

  • Effective School Solutions
  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 23 days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 23 days ago

PER DIEM- Licensed School-Based Mental Health Clinician Effective School Solutions - 2.9 Township of Hamilton, NJ Job Details Full-time | Per diem 1 day ago Qualifications Parent and caregiver...

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Screening Clinician - per diem - Multiple Vacancies

  • Rutgers
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 28 days ago

Recruitment/Posting Title: Screening Clinician - per diem - Multiple Vacancies Job Category: Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Medical and Patient Services Department: UBHC - Emergency Screening...

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Mental Health Clinician II UCHC NSP

  • Rutgers
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 28 days ago

offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal and juvenile justice systems in New Jersey....

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Mental Health Clinician II UCHC ADTC

  • Rutgers
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 28 days ago

offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal and juvenile justice systems in New Jersey....

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Forensic Mental Health Clinician UCHC SWSP

  • Rutgers
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal justice systems in New Jersey....

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Clinical Psychologist (Drug Abuse Program Coordinator)

  • Bureau of Prisons\/Federal Prison System
  • Fort Dix, NJ (15 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Dix, NJ (15 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Experience in supervising treatment staff in the provision of individual or group therapy and associated clinical documentation....

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Mental Health Clinician II

  • Rutgers
  • South River, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • South River, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Recruitment/Posting Title Mental Health Clinician II Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Medical and Patient Services Department UBHC - Acute Children Overview Rutgers University...

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Screening Clinician

  • Rutgers
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Recruitment/Posting Title: Screening Clinician Job Category: Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Medical and Patient Services Department: UBHC - Emergency Screening Psy Overview: Rutgers University...

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Salary for Clinical Psychologist Jobs in Trenton, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Clinical Psychologists in Trenton, NJ offer the following education background
Master's Degree
44.6%
Doctorate Degree
37.6%
Bachelor's Degree
13.8%
Associate's Degree
2.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.9%
High School or GED
0.8%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Clinical Psychologists in Trenton, NJ
Less than 1 year
42.8%
None
17.8%
1-2 years
16.1%
2-4 years
15.8%
4-6 years
3.8%
8-10 years
3.8%



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