Licensed Psychologist For Wellness and Mental Health Services

Mental Health America of Los Angeles•Long Beach, CA

3d•$55 - $75•Onsite

About The Position

Mental Health America of Los Angeles (MHALA) is a leading nonprofit mental health agency with nearly a century of experience in service, advocacy, innovation, and training. MHALA serves over 19,000 low-income individuals annually with integrated services in mental and physical healthcare, homelessness and housing, supported employment, and wellness and financial services, including specialized programs for Veterans and transition-age youth. 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, encouraging self-care with a 35-hour workweek. The agency promotes diversity and a team-oriented culture with growth opportunities, offering competitive salaries and a 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, 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.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish

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, reporting this information to the Wellness Center Team to implement appropriate supports.
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.