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Psychologist
Anaheim
Part-Time (20 hours)
The Lead Psychologist
simultaneously supervises pre-doctoral psychology
interns and practicum trainees and is responsible for
developing, carrying out, and modeling an empirically
supported psychotherapeutic program for emotionally
disturbed clients; including administration and
interpretation of a variety of psycho-diagnostic tests;
and preparation of psychological reports.
Responsibilities:
Develops and updates empirically supported patient
treatment plans for own and supervisees’ clients based
on mental health literature, or APA and California
Evidence Based Clearinghouse guidelines. Provides
evidenced-based treatment to children and their
families. Maintains working knowledge of recent
psychological test updates and testing protocols.
Administers, interprets, and supervises appropriately
chosen psychometric instruments (including
psycho-educational, objective and projective measures),
writes reports, provides recommendations and feedback to
client, family, and other clinicians. Maintains
consistent individual, group and collateral sessions
with patients as needed. Consults with schools, other
involved agencies and support systems as clinically
indicated. Documents patient treatment and progress for
proper maintenance of patient’s record and ensures such
documentation for supervisees. Develops and
directs interns’ and practicum students’ training.
Facilitates referrals to other WYS program as
appropriate. Abides by the ethical standards of the
American Psychological Association and ensures WYS
training program meets these standards. In training and
supervision, abides by the Guidelines and Principles of
the APA Committee on Accreditation. Acts as the training
program representative. Provides individual and group
clinical supervision, and per Agency and APA
requirements. Participates in staff training programs,
may provide mentoring for other clinicians. Develops one
to two areas of clinical expertise and trains intern
class in these areas. Provides formal
presentations/seminars on evidence based practices and
research. Provides or oversees direct service for 50
hours/month per .5 FTE. Participates in monthly
Psychology Training Committee meetings. Supports
development of supervisees’ knowledge of Empirically
Supported Treatments Provides informal oral feedback to
interns and students in a timely fashion. Provides
written feedback consistent with Internship program
requirements and as needed for performance management.
Collaborates with the regional Program Coordinator to
ensure compliance with Medi-Cal standards.
Collaborates with Director of Training to ensure
training, supervision, and management of interns is
consistent with the Internship Training Manual and APA
requirements. . Provides leadership through a 3-6 month
planning cycle. Maintains working knowledge of Agency
policies and procedures, operational and clinical
guidelines, HIPAA standards, documentation manual, and
Medi-Cal standards. Participates in key meetings and
decisions as appropriate including, but not limited to
all mandatory Agency meetings.
Minimum qualifications:
Doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA accredited graduate program, completion of formal organized pre-doctoral internship program, one to two years experience post doctoral degree, one year clinical supervision experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Current California Licensure in Psychology required. Working knowledge of CA Board of Psychology laws and regulations required. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret pertinent mental health reports and all applicable regulations. Ability to write clear and concise reports, business correspondence, and procedures with conformance to the prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information orally and in writing in one-on-one, small group, and large groups situations, including the ability to effectively respond to questions from small and large groups of employees, and managers. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
Please e-mail your resume to hr@westernyouthservices.org,
include the position title in the subject line. No phone
calls, please. If you are unable to submit your resume
online, you can also Fax or mail it to the contact
information below.
EOE
Thank you for your interest in career
opportunities with Western Youth
Services.
Fax
(949) 951-2871
Mail
Western Youth Services
Attn: Human Resources Department
23461 South Pointe Drive, Suite 220
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
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