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What is a Remote Psychologist?
Working remotely as a psychologist, you will be providing therapy and treatment for clients, monitoring their behavior, and identifying their conditions by use of clinical techniques. Proceeding these steps, you will be able to determine how to treat their particular needs in the most appropriate way for your clients. You will be working with clients on an individual, case-by-case basis.
McKinsey analysis suggests that telehealth use post-COVID has increased 38x from a pre-COVID baseline. Telehealth necessity in the pandemic it seems led to consumer comfort post-pandemic which has resulted in a wealth of remote psychology job opportunities and it seems that remote working and the quality of life improvements associated with it are top of mind for mental health professionals. Our latest survey found remote work to be the top factor for job seekers.
When working as a psychologist remotely, you will mainly be liaising with clients by way of a webcam over the internet. Using a webcam, you can create a virtual office setting where you will be able to talk with your clients. Usually, you will meet with your clients in pre-booked appointments, but you may be called to speak to a client outside of your normal hours in the case of an emergency such as a mental breakdown or some kind of crisis and they require support from you.
What are the requirements to become a Remote Psychologist?
The required qualifications you will need to become a remote psychologist are the same as those required for a traditional offline psychologist position. These qualifications include a doctorate in psychology in addition to thousands of hours of supervised clinical experience. You will also need to pass the EPPP exam to become fully qualified. The requirements you will need vary slightly depending on the state, and you may need to become acquire a license to practice psychology in multiple states if you’re providing remote psychological services outside of your region.
Beyond the qualifications, to work as a remote psychologist there are a few essential characteristics you will require. These include close attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a certain level of empathy, and good interpersonal skills. These aspects are very important for you to be able to fulfill your responsibilities as a practicing psychologist effectively. Also, because you’ll be working online, a good internet connection is essential.
What is the expected salary of a Remote Psychologist?
The salary of a remote psychologist is dependent on a variety of factors. Some psychologists work for large companies that provide online therapy such as Better Help. Other psychologists have run their own private practice and therefore set their own fees. Salaries are also dependant on your location, as this can vary substantially. Additionally, the salaries of psychologists who have their own private practice can vary depending on the number of clients they have per week, therefore their income can fluctuate throughout the year.
What is the career outlook for a Remote Psychologist?
Working as a clinical psychologist or therapist, generally, is a very rewarding and fulfilling career path for those who are temperamentally suited towards this line of work. Working remotely as a psychologist, however, has many advantages as well as disadvantages. Working remotely allows you to reach a broader range of clients all across the country and the rest of the world, regardless of their geographical location. It also allows you to spend less time commuting to an office and it reduces travel costs for both you and your clients. The main disadvantage of working remotely in this field is you may find it difficult to connect on a personal level with your clients over the internet or by telephone, in contrast to working with clients in person. With that being said, whether you’re working as a psychologist in private practice or a larger company, psychologists and psychotherapists are still in demand and the opportunity to work remotely has allowed for more opportunities to work in this field.
Latest Remote Psychologist Jobs Listings
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Sr. Child Welfare and Education Research Analyst - REMOTE | ICF | Remote, | 03/24/2023 |
ICF is currently seeking a Senior Child Welfare and Education Research Analyst with strong quantitative data collection, management, analysis, and visualization skills. In this role, you will contribute to teams conducting evaluation of several child welfare and education projects. You will assist with instrument development, developing logic models, establishing and maintaining data files, creating data dashboards and other data presentations, and analyzing data, along with other related ... More | |||
Psychiatry - Research Specialist (School of Medicine Psychiatry) | Emory University | Atlanta, Georgia | 03/24/2023 |
Discover Your Career at Emory UniversityEmory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTION: Under general supervision, performs a variety of defined research and laboratory tests and experiments according to prescribed ... More | |||
Psychiatry - Research Specialist (School of Medicine Psychiatry) | Emory University | Atlanta, Georgia | 03/24/2023 |
Discover Your Career at Emory UniversityEmory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTION: Under general supervision, performs a variety of defined research and laboratory tests and experiments according to prescribed ... More | |||
Manager of Population Health & Community Development | Undisclosed | Alexandria, Minnesota | 03/24/2023 |
Department: Care & Population Health ManagementReports To: Director of Care & Population Health ManagementStatus: Full Time ExemptHours: Monday - FridaySupervision: Population Health & Community Development Team (5 team members)Summary: The primary role of PrimeWest Health's Manager of Population Health & Community Development (PHCD) is leading the PHCD ... More | |||
NETSPAP PROGRAM MANAGER (PSA OPT. 6)(SPECIAL SKILLS) | Illinois Department of Children & Family Services | Springfield, Illinois | 03/24/2023 |
NETSPAP PROGRAM MANAGER (PSA OPT. 6)(SPECIAL SKILLS)We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome Reasonable Accommodation StatementThe State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations ... More | |||
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Fellow | University of Colorado Boulder | Boulder, Colorado | 03/23/2023 |
Job SummaryCounseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS) at the University of Colorado Boulder encourages applications for Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Fellows! Fellows will continue their professional development and training by completing initial psychiatric evaluations and follow-up medication management appointments with senior staff supervision. Continued educational opportunities will be provided in this program through ... More | |||
Psychiatrist (PART-TIME Clinical Faculty/ Tele-Psychiatry), Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, UTHealth McGovern Medical School | The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston McGovern Medical School | Texas | 03/23/2023 |
UTHealth HoustonLouis A. Faillace, MD Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciencesis currently recruiting for a part-time (50%) clinical faculty position to provide Telepsychiatry services to Inpatient Psychiatric facilities in Texas. This is a 100% remote position which will allow you to work in the comfort of your own home or local office. Position Key Accountabilities: ... More | |||
Converge: The Intersections of Faith, Spirituality, and Mental Health Virtual Conference | The Steve Fund | Rhode Island | 03/23/2023 |
Converge: The Intersections of Faith, Spirituality, and Mental HealthApril 13, 202311:30 to 4:00 PM ET Join The Steve Fund, a nonprofit focused on the mental well-being of students of color, in a dialogue to examine the intersection of spirituality, religion, and mental health among students of color. We will focus on the needs of students of color engaged in campus faith-based ... More |