PhD or PsyD in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology from an APA-accredited program
5 years clinical experience with children/adolescents in hospital or acute care settings
Leadership experience in clinical or academic environments
California Psychologist License (or eligibility within 6 months)
Demonstrated ability to manage people, programs, and projects collaboratively
Strong communication and emotional intelligence skills
Commitment to an inclusive working and learning environment
Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction for psychology services across multiple settings
Oversee clinical operations and ensure evidence-based psychological care delivery
Develop programs and implement quality improvement initiatives
Supervise staff and foster professional development
Manage financial performance and ensure regulatory compliance
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery
Represent psychology services in internal and external forums
Benefits
Comprehensive health and wellness programs
Opportunities for professional development and continued education
Supportive environment for diverse backgrounds
Access to cutting-edge psychological resources and tools
Collaborative work culture focused on patient care and outcomes
Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:
The Director of Psychology is responsible for the overall leadership and management of psychology services across inpatient and ambulatory areas including the Medical Behavioral Unit (MBU), Psychiatric Emergency Department (Psych ED), and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Services (CAPS). This position provides strategic direction, clinical oversight, and operational management to ensure delivery of high-quality, evidence-based psychological care for children and adolescents with complex medical and psychiatric needs. Responsibilities include program development, quality improvement, staff supervision, financial performance, and compliance with regulatory standards. The Director collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and represents psychology services in internal and external forums.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
PhD or PsyD in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology from an APA-accredited program
5 years clinical experience with children/adolescents in hospital or acute care settings
Leadership experience in clinical or academic environments
California Psychologist License (or eligibility within 6 months)
Demonstrated ability to manage people, programs, and projects in a collaborative, results-oriented manner
Ability to balance competing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong communication and emotional intelligence skills
Demonstrated commitment to respecting differences and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience supervising licensed and unlicensed staff
Background in program development, quality improvement, or integrated care models
The current salary range for this position is $78.24 to $107.58
Rady Children's Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the "date posted" until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.
About Rady Children’s Hospital
Rady Children's Hospital is a pediatric care facility that provides a wide range of services, including primary care, emergency care, and specialty care. The hospital was founded in 1954 and is located in San Diego, California. Rady Children's Hospital is the largest children's hospital in California and one of the largest pediatric medical centers in the United States. The hospital has over 6000 employees and serves over 250,000 children each year. Rady Children's Hospital is committed to providing high-quality care to children and has been recognized for its excellence in patient care and safety.
