Licensed Psychologist For Wellness and Mental Health Services

Mental Health America of Los Angeles•Long Beach, CA

3d•Onsite

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 and 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, with specialized programs for Veterans and transition-age youth. The agency also offers training for the behavioral health workforce and the community. MHALA values its employees, fostering a culture of communication, collaboration, transparency, and work-life balance, including a 35-hour workweek and encouraging self-care. The agency is committed to diversity and offers opportunities for growth within a team-oriented environment. MHALA provides a competitive salary and a full benefits package, including an employee assistance program and generous paid time off. This position is for a Licensed Psychologist, available part-time or full-time (15-35 hours per week), focusing on MHALA’s Neuroinclusive Project within the Wellness Center. This project serves individuals with Neurodivergent conditions like Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD. The Psychologist will conduct psychological assessments and testing, provide clinical consultation to a multidisciplinary team, and potentially offer staff training on identifying, assessing, and supporting participants with these conditions.

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.
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.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus.

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 on 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.