Licensed Psychologist For Adult Mental Health Services Autism ADHD Ph.D Psy.D
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 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 prioritizes employee well-being, fostering a culture of communication, collaboration, transparency, and work-life balance, including a 35-hour workweek. They are committed to diversity and offer opportunities for growth, competitive salaries, and a full benefits package.
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.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus.
- Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written.
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 findings/outcomes from completed assessments at team meetings 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.
- Provide clinical consultation to a multi-disciplinary team to maximize service accessibility and effectiveness.
- Provide psychological assessment and testing to outpatient mental health program participants.
Benefits
- Employee assistance program
- Generous paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
