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

Mental Health America of Los Angeles•Long Beach, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Mental Health America of Los Angeles (MHALA) has been a pioneer in mental health service, advocacy, innovation, and training for nearly a century, working to ensure that people with mental health needs achieve meaningful, healthy lives in their communities. MHALA is among the largest and most comprehensive nonprofit mental health agencies in Los Angeles County. The agency supports over 19,000 low-income and no-income individuals annually with integrated services. MHALA achieves impact in the areas of mental and physical healthcare, homelessness and housing, supported employment, and wellness and financial services, with special programs for Veterans and transition-age youth. MHALA also provides training programs for individuals joining the behavioral health workforce and for the larger community around mental health issues. MHALA works to ensure that its employees are just as cared for as its members. Communication, collaboration, transparency and a healthy work/life balance are core components of the agency culture. Employees are encouraged to engage in self-care. MHALA fosters diversity at all levels of the organization. The agency promotes a team-oriented culture that offers opportunities for growth. We are proud to offer a competitive salary and full benefits package, including an employee assistance program, and generous paid time off. The Psychologist would provide psychological assessment and testing to outpatient mental health program participants, as well as clinical consultation to a multi-disciplinary team to maximize service accessibility and effectiveness. The Psychologist may also provide staff training to help service providers better understand how to identify, assess, and serve participants with these conditions. Part-time to full-time options available based on candidate availability and program need.

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

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.