Psychologist (Youth Stress and Mood Program)- Limited Appointment

Posted: 07-Aug-26

About the role

The Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior is seeking to hire a part-time Psychologist to join our Youth Stress and Mood (YSAM) Program, a nationally recognized program dedicated to improving the mental and physical health of youth through the development and evaluation of treatments for depression, self-harm, and suicide prevention. Please note: this is a limited position that may convert to career.

Responsibilities

• Conducting clinical evaluations, treatment, and care coordination for youth participants
• Implementing established research and clinical protocols
• Maintaining accurate documentation and supporting regulatory compliance activities
• Collaborating with program leadership and site teams to support program operations and objectives
• Assisting with program implementation, data review, reports, presentations, and other dissemination activities
• Participating in quality assurance efforts, including treatment adherence review and feedback

Requirements

• PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology or related field from an accredited institution
• Current and valid California Psychologist License
• Training in psychopathology and psychotherapy, with a focus on depression, suicide, prevention, and self-harm intervention (experience is preferred)
• Experience providing assessment and treatment services to children and adolescents
• Experience working with youth experiencing depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and/or suicidal behaviors (preferred)
• Knowledge of clinical research methods, including data collection, data management, and research protocol implementation
• Ability to evaluate emotional, behavioral, and mental health conditions in children and adolescence and develop appropriate treatment recommendations
• Ability to provide evidence-based interventions and collaborate in developing treatment plans for youth and their families
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary clinical and research team
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate clinical and research documentation
• Flexibility to work a varied schedule based on program and patient needs

Pay

$61.47/hr - $81.06/hr

About UCLA

At UCLA Health, you can help heal humankind, one patient at a time by improving health, alleviating suffering and delivering acts of kindness. As you do, you’ll achieve great things in your life and your career. We’re a world-class health organization with four hospitals consistently recognized among the nation’s very best as well as an internationally-renowned medical school, primary and specialty care clinics and much more. Within our dynamic, innovative and growing organization, you’ll find exceptional opportunities to make the most of your abilities in a supportive, empowering and inclusive environment. If you embrace our values of Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence and Discovery we invite you to see all you can accomplish at UCLA Health.