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

Mental Health America of Los Angeles•Long Beach, CA

About The Position

Mental Health America of Los Angeles (MHALA) is hiring a part-time Licensed Psychologist for its Wellness Center’s Neuroinclusive Project, which identifies, assesses, and supports people experiencing neurodivergent conditions, particularly Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD. The Psychologist will provide psychological assessments and testing to outpatient mental health program participants and consult with a multidisciplinary team to improve the accessibility and effectiveness of services. The position may also provide staff training on identifying, assessing, and serving neurodivergent participants. Part-time to full-time options are available depending on candidate availability and program needs; the listed schedule is 15 or more hours per week. The Psychologist will assess and diagnose referred participants, develop recommended treatment plans and dispositions, and share findings and recommendations with the Wellness Center Team. The role also includes tracking and reporting outcomes to the Director for grant reporting, documenting clinical services in the Electronic Health Record in accordance with LA County Department of Mental Health requirements, and providing staff trainings as assigned or needed. MHALA is a nonprofit mental health agency serving people in Los Angeles County. It describes its culture as team-oriented, supportive of communication, collaboration, transparency, self-care, and work/life balance, and fostering diversity and opportunities for growth. MHALA states that it offers a competitive salary and full benefits package, including an employee assistance program and generous paid time off.

Requirements

Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the State of California.
Clinical experience working with adults with neurodivergent conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD.
Experience with other psychiatric disorders, including Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, PTSD, and Psychotic Disorders.
Ability to present information effectively, verbally and in writing.
Proficiency 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.
Current Class C driver’s license, a vehicle for transportation, proof of valid automobile insurance, and ability to be insured by MHALA’s liability insurance; these are conditions of employment.
TB clearance and annual retesting; these are conditions of continued employment.
Employment verification directly from three past employers within the most recent seven-year period.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Provide psychological assessment and diagnosis of referred participants, with a focus on Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD.
Develop a recommended treatment plan and disposition for each participant assessed.
Report assessment information to the Wellness Center Team to support appropriate participant services.
Present assessment findings and outcomes at team meetings and advise the team on how best to meet participant needs.
Assist with tracking and reporting outcomes to the Director for grant-funder reporting.
Document clinical services in the Electronic Health Record as required by the LA County Department of Mental Health.
Provide staff trainings, as assigned or needed, to help MHALA staff serve neurodivergent participants.