Psychological Assistant - Adult Outpatient

About the Role

Provides mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and crisis intervention services for adult and/or child members under supervision. Collaborates with healthcare teams to develop and evaluate personalized treatment plans, including outpatient psychotherapy, psychoeducational groups, and specialized therapeutic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans and programs
• Administer and interpret psychological assessments and test results
• Collaborate with healthcare providers for treatment evaluation and psychotropic medication management
• Provide outpatient psychotherapy and psychoeducational groups
• Offer support and education to members' families
• Utilize community resources for comprehensive care
• Supervise trainees and consult with team members on treatment progress
• Maintain confidential records in compliance with regulations
• Ensure safety and report concerns to mandated agencies
• Participate in program development and evaluation

Qualifications

• Completion of a psychology doctoral internship (minimum 1 year/1500 hours)
• PhD, PsyD, or EdD in Clinical, Counseling, Health, or School Psychology from an accredited institution
• Psychologist license (California) within 24 months of hire and psychological assistant registration at hire
• Knowledge of DSM-V, evidence-based practices, and psychological testing techniques
• Experience in diagnosing and treating psychiatric conditions, crisis intervention, and psychotherapy (individual, family, and group)

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
• Familiarity with social service agencies, regulations, and confidentiality standards
• Ethical practice and professional conduct