Licensed Psychologist For Adult Mental Health Services Autism ADHD Ph.D Psy.D

Mental Health America of Los Angeles•Long Beach, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Mental Health America of Los Angeles (MHALA) is a leading nonprofit mental health agency dedicated to helping individuals with mental health needs achieve meaningful, healthy lives. With a comprehensive approach, MHALA provides integrated services in mental and physical healthcare, homelessness and housing, supported employment, and wellness and financial services. The agency also offers training programs for the behavioral health workforce and the community. MHALA emphasizes a healthy work-life balance, communication, collaboration, and transparency, fostering a team-oriented culture with opportunities for growth. They are committed to caring for their employees as much as their members, offering a 35-hour workweek and promoting self-care. MHALA values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer, considering individuals with criminal histories in accordance with relevant laws.

Requirements

Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the State of California.
Clinical experience working with adults with Neurodivergent conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD, as well as experience with other psychiatric disorders including Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, PTSD, and Psychotic Disorders.
Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus.
Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
Understanding of confidentiality, HIPAA, and other legal and ethical guidelines affecting evaluation and compliance.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle highly sensitive information with discretion.
Driving with current class C driver’s license, a vehicle for transportation, proof of valid automobile insurance, the ability to be insured by MHALA’s liability insurance are conditions of employment.
TB clearance and re-testing every year are conditions of continued employment.
Employment verification directly from three (3) past employers within the most recent 7-year period.

Responsibilities

Provide psychological assessment and diagnosis of referred participants, with a particular focus on assessing for Neurodivergent conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD.
Develop a recommended treatment plan and disposition for each participant assessed.
Present at team meetings the findings/outcomes from completed assessments, and provide feedback to the team for how best to meet participant needs.
Report and assist with tracking outcomes to the Director for purposes of reporting to grant funders.
Document all clinical services in the Electronic Health Record as required by LA County Department of Mental Health.
Provide trainings as assigned or as need is identified on topics that will assist MHALA staff better serve the needs of the Neurodivergent population.