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We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are deeply committed to the goals of health equity and antiracism by teaching and working in an environment characterized by celebrating diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We partner with our community, our patients, and their families to ensure access to outstanding care for everyone while improving health and wellness through teaching, patient and community education, and research. Hennepin Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer: applicants from diverse backgrounds or historically under-resourced communities are especially encouraged to apply.
Hennepin Healthcare seeks a full-time (1.0 FTE) licensed Psychologist with specialty training in pediatric/child and adolescent psychology who is committed to improving health equity for patients and families from diverse backgrounds. The position will be located on our main hospital campus in downtown Minneapolis, as part of the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Service (CAPS) Clinic.
The CAPS Psychology team provides outpatient psychotherapy and assessment services, inpatient consultation/liaison services to our pediatric medical inpatients (PICU, Pediatrics, Burn), and ongoing supervision and training of Psychology trainees, including in our longstanding APA accredited Psychology Internship Program. Exact distribution of clinical activities (outpatient therapy, assessment, consultation) is negotiable based on psychologist interests and CAPS Clinic needs. Development of focused clinical interests in specialty patient populations or treatment modalities is also possible as a compliment to broader clinical duties.
As a Level 1 Trauma Center and urban safety net hospital, Hennepin County Medical Center provides a dynamic multidisciplinary setting for professional practice, in the context of a well-established Psychology Division, within a vibrant Psychiatry Department. Providers identifying as from diverse backgrounds or historically under-resourced communities are especially encouraged to apply. Bilingual/bicultural skills are strongly desirable. Early career applicants are also welcome.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct initial diagnostic assessments of clients to determine client needs (e.g. immediate crisis intervention care, therapy, or a referral to another agency), and develop treatment goals and plans
- Administer, score, and interpret psychological tests, and write comprehensive reports of personality, intelligence, and other test results
- Provide mental health therapy (e.g. individual, group, and/or family therapy) to children, adolescents, families, and hospital patients
- Record patient progress notes and attendance
- Based on records, interviews, behavioral observations, and psychological test results, write comprehensive psychological reports of clients’ diagnosis and treatment recommendations
- Provide consultation on diagnosis, treatment, and other psychological issues to mental health professionals, government agencies, community organization, and/or schools
- Supervise and train Psychology trainees (interns, fellows), entry-level clinical psychologists, graduate students, and/or resident physicians
- Review and sign off on diagnostic evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes compiled by non-licensed psychologists and graduate students
- Assist in maintaining standards for clinic accreditation by health management organizations, internship program accreditation by the American Psychological Association, and state licensure
- Complete necessary documentation to bill health management organizations and other payers for client services
QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctoral Degree in Psychology Obtained from an APA or CPA-accredited program
- Complete at least one full year or the equivalent in part time of internship (2000 hours)
- One year or the equivalent in part time of supervised post-doctoral experience in a healthcare setting (1800 hours)
- Training appropriate to the area of specialization
- If licensed in another jurisdiction, have no unresolved disciplinary action or complaints pending
- Certified (or eligible for certification) as a Licensed Psychologist in the State of Minnesota
TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE - PROVIDERS
- We offer a competitive compensation plan based on your skills and experience/training related to this position, and internal equity.
- We provide an extensive benefits program that includes: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition Reimbursement; Annual Business Expense Account dollars. Professional Liability Coverage is provided at all FTE levels. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Hennepin Healthcare is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
- Our Office of Professional Worklife and other institutional supports are available to help with your sense of wellness; it is our firm belief that we must attend to our own well-being before we can care for others.
Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements. Positions at Hennepin Healthcare are credentialed through the Office of the Medical Staff according to their policies.
Primary Location
: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus
Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 1.00 (80 hours per pay period)
Shift Detail: Day
Job Level
: Staff
Employee Status
: Regular
Eligible for Benefits: Yes
Union/Non Union: Non-Union
Min: $115k (estimate)
Max: $135k (estimate)
Job Posting
: Sep-14-2026
INTRODUCTION
We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are deeply committed to the goals of health equity and antiracism by teaching and working in an environment characterized by celebrating diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We partner with our community, our patients, and their families to ensure access to outstanding care for everyone while improving health and wellness through teaching, patient and community education, and research. Hennepin Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer: applicants from diverse backgrounds or historically under-resourced communities are especially encouraged to apply.
Hennepin Healthcare seeks a full-time (1.0 FTE) licensed Psychologist with specialty training in pediatric/child and adolescent psychology who is committed to improving health equity for patients and families from diverse backgrounds. The position will be located on our main hospital campus in downtown Minneapolis, as part of the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Service (CAPS) Clinic.
The CAPS Psychology team provides outpatient psychotherapy and assessment services, inpatient consultation/liaison services to our pediatric medical inpatients (PICU, Pediatrics, Burn), and ongoing supervision and training of Psychology trainees, including in our longstanding APA accredited Psychology Internship Program. Exact distribution of clinical activities (outpatient therapy, assessment, consultation) is negotiable based on psychologist interests and CAPS Clinic needs. Development of focused clinical interests in specialty patient populations or treatment modalities is also possible as a compliment to broader clinical duties.
As a Level 1 Trauma Center and urban safety net hospital, Hennepin County Medical Center provides a dynamic multidisciplinary setting for professional practice, in the context of a well-established Psychology Division, within a vibrant Psychiatry Department. Providers identifying as from diverse backgrounds or historically under-resourced communities are especially encouraged to apply. Bilingual/bicultural skills are strongly desirable. Early career applicants are also welcome.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct initial diagnostic assessments of clients to determine client needs (e.g. immediate crisis intervention care, therapy, or a referral to another agency), and develop treatment goals and plans
- Administer, score, and interpret psychological tests, and write comprehensive reports of personality, intelligence, and other test results
- Provide mental health therapy (e.g. individual, group, and/or family therapy) to children, adolescents, families, and hospital patients
- Record patient progress notes and attendance
- Based on records, interviews, behavioral observations, and psychological test results, write comprehensive psychological reports of clients’ diagnosis and treatment recommendations
- Provide consultation on diagnosis, treatment, and other psychological issues to mental health professionals, government agencies, community organization, and/or schools
- Supervise and train Psychology trainees (interns, fellows), entry-level clinical psychologists, graduate students, and/or resident physicians
- Review and sign off on diagnostic evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes compiled by non-licensed psychologists and graduate students
- Assist in maintaining standards for clinic accreditation by health management organizations, internship program accreditation by the American Psychological Association, and state licensure
- Complete necessary documentation to bill health management organizations and other payers for client services
QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctoral Degree in Psychology Obtained from an APA or CPA-accredited program
- Complete at least one full year or the equivalent in part time of internship (2000 hours)
- One year or the equivalent in part time of supervised post-doctoral experience in a healthcare setting (1800 hours)
- Training appropriate to the area of specialization
- If licensed in another jurisdiction, have no unresolved disciplinary action or complaints pending
- Certified (or eligible for certification) as a Licensed Psychologist in the State of Minnesota
TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE - PROVIDERS
- We offer a competitive compensation plan based on your skills and experience/training related to this position, and internal equity.
- We provide an extensive benefits program that includes: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition Reimbursement; Annual Business Expense Account dollars. Professional Liability Coverage is provided at all FTE levels. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Hennepin Healthcare is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
- Our Office of Professional Worklife and other institutional supports are available to help with your sense of wellness; it is our firm belief that we must attend to our own well-being before we can care for others.
Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements. Positions at Hennepin Healthcare are credentialed through the Office of the Medical Staff according to their policies.
Primary Location
: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus
Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 1.00 (80 hours per pay period)
Shift Detail: Day
Job Level
: Staff
Employee Status
: Regular
Eligible for Benefits: Yes
Union/Non Union: Non-Union
Min: $115k (estimate)
Max: $135k (estimate)
Job Posting
: Sep-14-2026
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Align your credentials with PERM requirements
PERM requires your foreign degree to match the employer's minimum stated requirements. A three-year bachelor's equivalent may not satisfy a posting requiring a U.S.-style four-year degree in psychology, so request a credential evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator before applying.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Large hospital networks, VA facilities, and university psychology departments file PERM applications far more often than private practices. Use Migrate Mate to filter Psychologist roles by employers with documented green card sponsorship activity rather than guessing at sponsorship willingness.
Distinguish EB-2 from EB-3 before accepting an offer
If your role requires a doctoral degree, push your employer to classify it under EB-2 rather than EB-3. EB-2 priority dates move faster for many nationalities, and the National Interest Waiver pathway remains open if you want to self-petition later.
Verify your DOL prevailing wage category matches your duties
PERM requires the employer to pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific job zone. Cross-check the offered wage against the Psychologist SOC code using the OFLC Wage Search tool so you catch misclassification issues before the labor certification is filed.
Check state licensure timing against PERM recruitment windows
PERM job ads must accurately reflect the employer's actual minimum requirements. If your employer lists state licensure as required but you haven't obtained it yet, USCIS can challenge the petition during I-140 adjudication. Confirm your licensure timeline aligns with the filing schedule.
Clarify who controls the green card process at offer stage
Ask the hiring manager which immigration law firm the organization uses and whether they sponsor all Psychologist hires or only certain roles. Getting this in writing before you resign another position protects you if internal priorities shift after your start date.
Green Card Psychologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Psychologist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Psychologist positions qualify for EB-2 because they require a doctoral degree, placing them in the advanced-degree professional category. Roles that accept a master's degree as the minimum may fall under EB-3. Your employer's PERM job description controls the classification, so the duties and stated degree requirement in that document determine which preference category applies to your petition.
How does the PERM green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for Psychologists?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status subject to an annual lottery, capped at 65,000 slots plus 20,000 for advanced-degree holders. PERM-based EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no lottery and no cap at the EB-3 level for many countries. The PERM process typically takes 12 to 24 months from labor certification through I-140 approval, but the outcome is a green card rather than a two- or three-year work authorization cycle.
Can a community mental health center or nonprofit sponsor a Psychologist for a green card?
Yes. Nonprofit and government-funded mental health organizations can file PERM labor certifications and I-140 petitions just like for-profit hospital systems. Some nonprofits also qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers if they are affiliated with a university or research institution, but the PERM process itself is open to all employer types regardless of tax status.
Where can I find Psychologist jobs that already offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Psychologist roles at employers with documented green card sponsorship history, so you're not applying blind and then discovering the employer doesn't sponsor after the interview process. Filtering by sponsorship type before you apply saves significant time and avoids the awkward conversation about immigration support late in the hiring process.
What happens to my green card case if my sponsoring employer terminates my position before the I-485 is approved?
If your I-140 has been approved and your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, portability rules under AC21 allow you to transfer your priority date to a new employer in the same or a similar occupational classification. Psychologist roles generally port well to other clinical or research psychology positions. You'll need a new employer willing to continue the sponsorship and a letter confirming the new job offer.