Job Description

Job Location: Springfield, MO 65807,

Salary Range: $109,000.00 - $145,000.00 Salary/year, Springfield, Missouri | Full-Time | On-Site | Monday–Friday

Salary: $109,000–$145,000 annually, based on experience

$10,000 sign-on bonus available for eligible full-time new hires. Relocation assistance is also available.

Quick Snapshot

• Full-time clinical psychologist position
• On-site at our Autism and Neurodevelopmental Clinic in Springfield, Missouri
• Monday–Friday schedule
• $109,000–$145,000 annual salary
• $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires
• Relocation assistance
• Multidisciplinary clinical environment
• Opportunities for research, professional development, training, and supervision

Why This Role Matters

As a Clinical Psychologist with The Arc of the Ozarks, your evaluations, recommendations, and clinical services will help individuals with neurodevelopmental and behavioral health needs access meaningful support.

You will work alongside behavior analysts, therapists, educators, medical providers, families, and caregivers to develop a clearer understanding of each person’s needs and create recommendations that can make a practical difference in their daily life.

This is an opportunity to use your clinical expertise in a mission-driven environment where collaboration, compassionate communication, and individualized care are central to the work.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct comprehensive psychological and diagnostic assessments
• Develop individualized, evidence-based recommendations and interventions
• Communicate evaluation results clearly and compassionately to individuals, families, and caregivers
• Collaborate with behavior analysts, therapists, educators, medical providers, and other members of the multidisciplinary team
• Provide individual, family, or group therapeutic services based on program and client needs
• Participate in early-intervention and neurodevelopmental services
• Provide clinical consultation, training, and supervision to staff as assigned
• Support the development of pre-doctoral interns and postdoctoral psychologists
• Maintain professional, ethical, and confidentiality standards in all clinical services

Schedule, Location, and Pay

Employment type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday–Friday

Location: On-site in Springfield, Missouri

Salary: $109,000–$145,000 annually, based on relevant experience and qualifications

Sign-on bonus: $10,000 for eligible full-time new hires

Relocation: Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates. Eligibility and terms will be discussed during the hiring process.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in psychology from an APA-accredited program
• Current Missouri psychologist license or eligibility to obtain Missouri licensure
• At least one year of experience in child clinical or pediatric psychology
• Ability to communicate clinical findings clearly and compassionately
• Strong collaboration and interdisciplinary teamwork skills
• Commitment to ethical, individualized, and inclusive care

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with autism, developmental disabilities, or other neurodevelopmental conditions
• Experience administering or interpreting the ADOS-2, CARS-2, or ADI-R
• Experience with psychological assessment and diagnostic feedback
• Previous clinical supervision, teaching, research, or training experience

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance effective on your first day
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 4% employer match after one year of service
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee wellness program
• Annual wage increases
• Professional-development opportunities
• Opportunities to participate in research and clinical supervision
• $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible full-time new hires
• Relocation assistance

Why Join The Arc of the Ozarks?

The Arc of the Ozarks supports individuals with disabilities in directing their own lives as valued members of the community.

Our Autism and Neurodevelopmental Clinic brings professionals from multiple disciplines together to provide coordinated, individualized services. You will have the opportunity to contribute your expertise while learning from colleagues who share a commitment to thoughtful, respectful, and effective care.

Apply Today

Apply with your current CV or resume to begin a conversation with our recruiting team about the position, clinic, compensation, relocation assistance, and sign-on bonus.

The Arc of the Ozarks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The sign-on bonus is not available to rehired employees or individuals hired in a part-time or PRN capacity. Additional eligibility requirements, payment terms, and repayment conditions may apply and will be provided during the hiring process.