How much does an Entry Level Psychologist make in the United States? The average Entry Level Psychologist salary in the United States is $105,063 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $95,514 and $116,755. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Entry Level Psychologist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level Psychologist Salary $86,820 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Entry Level Psychologist Salary $95,514 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Entry Level Psychologist Salary $105,063 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Entry Level Psychologist Salary $116,755 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Entry Level Psychologist Salary $127,400 US March 26, 2024
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A psychologist studies normal and abnormal mental states, cognitive, emotional, and social processes and behavior by observing, interpreting, and recording how individuals relate to one another and to their environments. To become a psychologist, a person often completes a graduate university degree in psychology, but in most jurisdictions, members of other behavioral professions (such as counselors and psychiatrists) can also evaluate, diagnose, treat, and study mental processes....

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Veterans Health Administration - Clarksburg , WV
Summary Serves as a therapist in the Behavioral Health Service. Primary responsivities will be the provision of care in the general mental health clinic. The clinic is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary outpatient program directed toward assisting Veteran with a variety of mental health diagnosis.. The therapist provides a full range of psychodiagnostics assessments, evidence based therapeutic and psychoeducational intervention as well as consultative services. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/12/2024. Basic Requirements: Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Education: Have a doctoral degree in psychology from a graduate program in psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), the Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System(PCSAS), or the Canadian Psychological Associ
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Department of Veterans Affairs - Jackson , MS
Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Learn more about this agency Help Overview * Job canceled * Open & closing dates 11/01/2023 to 01/18/2024 * Salary $121,746 - $158,268 per year * Pay scale & grade GS 13 * Help Location 1 vacancy in the following location: * Jackson, MS 1 vacancy * Remote job No * Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. * Travel Required Not required * Relocation expenses reimbursed No * Appointment type Permanent - * Work schedule Full-time - * Service Excepted * Promotion potential None * Job family (
- Today
Veterans Health Administration - Clarksburg , WV
Summary Serves as a therapist in the Behavioral Health Service. Primary responsivities will be the provision of care in the general mental health clinic. The clinic is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary outpatient program directed toward assisting Veteran with a variety of mental health diagnosis.. The therapist provides a full range of psychodiagnostics assessments, evidence based therapeutic and psychoeducational intervention as well as consultative services. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/12/2024. Basic Requirements: • Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy • Education: Have a doctoral degree in psychology from a graduate program in psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), the Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System(PCSAS), or the Canadian Psychological As
- Today
Justice, Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System - Montgomery , AL
Summary Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Our highly-skilled, diverse, and innovative workforce creates a strong foundation of safety and security. Through the principles of humanity and normalcy, we develop good neighbors. Responsibilities Participates in the administration, scoring, and interpretation of a wide variety of personality evaluation methods and is responsible for the preparation of comprehensive psychological reports for various purposes. Assists in interdisciplinary classification of inmates by identifying behavioral, emotional, organic, drug/alcohol, or personality problems and the subsequent development of appropriate programs on an individual basis. Completes reports for institutional staff on inmates who may manifest sudden bizarre behavior or thoughts, insomnia, psychosomatic complaints, suicidal preoccupations, depression, somnambulism,
- 1 day ago
Department of Veterans Affairs - Crown Point , IN
Summary This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until February 3, 2025. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be February 15, 2024, with subsequent cut-off dates on the 1st of each month. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled. Learn more about this agency Help Overview * Accepting applications * Open & closing dates 02/01/2024 to 01/31/2025 * Salary $90,664 - $167,992 per year * Pay scale & grade GS 00 * Help Locations 3 vacancies in the following locations: * Chicago, IL * Crown Point, IN * Remote job No * Telework eligible No * Travel Required Not required * Relocation expenses reimbursed No * Appointment type Permanent - This is NOT a Virtual/Remote position. * Work schedule Full-time - * Service Excepted * Promotion potential 13 * Job family (Series) 0180 Psychology * Supervisory status No * Security clea
- 2 days ago
George Washington University - Washington , DC
I. JOB OVERVIEW Job Description Summary: The George Washington University (GWU) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Staff Psychologist to join our Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) team. As Staff Psychologist and under the direction of CAPS leadership, you will provide comprehensive mental health services to our student community, including individual and group counseling; crisis intervention; outreach; and consultation. With a commitment to evidence-based, culturally responsive interventions, you will develop and implement treatment plans that align with our Stepped Care model of service delivery and short-term counseling model, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, individualized care. In addition to your clinical responsibilities, as a Staff Psychologist, you will (1) provide clinical supervision to trainees/unlicensed staff as needed (2) lead a crisis/triage team, and (3) actively collaborate with campus colleagues and student organizations; fostering relationships a
- 3 days ago

Career Path for this job

  1. Down a level:

    Psychologist - M.A.

    7 + years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

  2. This Job:

    Entry Level Psychologist

    10 + years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

  3. Up a level:

    Psychological Services Director


    Bachelor's Degree

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