Licensed Psychologist For Neurodivergent Wellness and Mental Health Services

Description

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 and can enjoy a 35-hour workweek. 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.

About the Role

The Psychologist will join a multi-disciplinary team providing holistic mental health care to MHALA program participants. The Psychologist will provide psychological assessment and diagnosis of referred participants, with a particular focus on assessing for Neurodivergent conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD. The Psychologist will develop a recommended treatment plan and disposition for each participant assessed. This information will be reported to the Wellness Center Team to implement appropriate supports to participants. The Psychologist will present at team meetings the findings/outcomes from completed assessments, and provide feedback to the team for how best to meet participant needs. The Psychologist will report and assist with tracking outcomes to the Director for purposes of reporting to grant funders. The Psychologist will document all clinical services in the Electronic Health Record as required by LA County Department of Mental Health. The Psychologist will provide trainings as assigned or as need is identified on topics that will assist MHALA staff better serve the needs of the Neurodivergent population.

Essential Duties and 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.
• 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.
• Present at team meetings the findings/outcomes from completed assessments, and provide feedback to the team for how best to meet participant needs.
• Provide trainings as assigned or as need is identified on topics that will assist MHALA staff better serve the needs of the Neurodivergent population.

Position 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.

Benefits

We are proud to offer a competitive salary and full benefits package, including an employee assistance program, and generous paid time off.

Pay

The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. Range: $55.00 - $75.00 per hour.

Schedule

This is a Full-Time position with 35 hours per week.