Child & Adolescent / Pediatric Psychology Positions

Child and Adolescent and Pediatric Psychology Positions

Children’s Specialty Group | Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters

Old Dominion University

 

The Mental Health Program at Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters (CHKD) is committed to being the regional leader in delivering high-quality, evidence-based psychological services to children, adolescents, and their families. To support the continued growth and expansion of the mental health services, the Psychiatry and Psychology Division of Children’s Specialty Group (CSG) is recruiting highly qualified psychologists passionate about improving the lives of youth to join our team at CHKD.

 

Staff psychologists at CHKD provide comprehensive, evidence-based psychotherapeutic services across a continuum of care, including outpatient, inpatient (psychiatric and medical), and intensive services. In coordination and partnership with psychiatrists and other interdisciplinary team members, psychologists play a vital role in assessment, treatment planning, and delivery of care tailored to the developmental and clinical needs of patients and families. Psychologists are integral to clinical program development and may have opportunities to be involved in training of various types and levels of learners. Faculty appointments at Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences Eastern Virginia Medical School at Old Dominion University are available for qualified individuals.

 

Current Open Positions

• Pediatric Psychologist, outpatient
• Child and Adolescent Psychologist, outpatient
• Child and Adolescent Psychologist, acute inpatient

 

Qualifications:

• A doctoral degree from an APA/CPA accredited program in clinical, school, or counseling psychology with specialized, child-focused training;
• Completion of an APA/CPA accredited pre-doctoral internship that included training with child/adolescent populations;
• Completion of a postdoctoral fellowship in pediatric or child clinical psychology is preferred;
• Licensure or license-eligibility in Virginia

 

About Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters

Located in Norfolk, Virginia, CHKD is a 206-bed freestanding children’s hospital and Level l pediatric trauma center that is located in the center of a thriving medical campus. The wider CHKD health system offers a network of comprehensive pediatric services in more than 40 locations across southeastern Virginia and northeastern North Carolina.

About Children’s Specialty Group

Children’s Specialty Group, PLLC (CSG) is a physician-owned group whose mission is to provide high-quality healthcare to children and adolescents, train future clinicians, and conduct research to improve children’s health. We are the sole providers of medical specialty care at CHKD and are responsible for hiring pediatric subspecialists, including psychologists. 

 

About Old Dominion University

Old Dominion University (ODU), located in Norfolk, is a forwardfocused public doctoral research university serving nearly 24,000 students. A Carnegiedesignated R1 institution, ODU is recognized for rigorous academics, worldclass faculty, and strong economic impact across Virginia. Through strategic partnerships, interdisciplinary research, and a commitment to equity and inclusion, ODU advances solutions in health, the environment, the economy, and social justice while preparing leaders for global impact. 

Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS) is dedicated to advancing health through education, research, and patient care. Founded in 1973 by the Hampton Roads community, EVMS is now a nationally recognized academic medical institution and a core partner in one of Virginia’s largest academic health sciences centers. Through its integration with Old Dominion University, EVMS strengthens interdisciplinary education, translational research, and the healthcare workforce serving Virginia and beyond.

 

About the Area

Norfolk, Virginia is the vibrant urban center of the Hampton Roads region, offering coastal living, a strong and stable healthcare and defense economy, and a rich cultural scene. Home to major medical centers, universities, and the world’s largest naval base, Norfolk combines professional opportunity with an exceptional quality of life. The surrounding Hampton Roads area—home to approximately 1.8 million residents—includes nearby cities such as Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Newport News, offering diverse neighborhoods, excellent schools, a moderate cost of living, and easy access to beaches, waterways, historic communities, and outdoor recreation, all within a short commute.

 

Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $100,000 - $135,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: No