Behavioral Health Psych Assistant - Clinician Support

Kaiser Permanente; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente seeks a Psychologist to provide mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and crisis intervention services in Cupertino, California. Responsibilities include developing clinical programs, conducting psychological assessments, and collaborating with healthcare providers.

The role mandates a PhD in Psychology, completion of a doctoral internship, and licensing within 24 months of hire. Applicants should have a strong grasp of DSM-V, and evidence-based practices, as well as excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Completion of a psychology doctoral internship - minimum of 1 year (1500 hours).
• Must be familiar with DSM‑V for diagnosis.
• Knowledge of Evidence‑Based Practice and psychotherapy research methods.

Responsibilities

• Provides mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and crisis intervention services.
• Develops, implements, coordinates, and evaluates clinical treatment programs.
• Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating patients for psychotropic medications.

Skills

Psychological testing

Crisis intervention

Individual psychotherapy

Family therapy

Group psychotherapy

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of DSM-V

Education

PhD/PsyD/EdD in Clinical, Counseling, Health or School Psychology

Job description

Kaiser Permanente seeks a Psychologist to provide mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and crisis intervention services in Cupertino, California. Responsibilities include developing clinical programs, conducting psychological assessments, and collaborating with healthcare providers.

The role mandates a PhD in Psychology, completion of a doctoral internship, and licensing within 24 months of hire. Applicants should have a strong grasp of DSM-V, and evidence-based practices, as well as excellent communication skills.