Clinical Psychology Postdoc: Testing & Therapy

Positive Change Counseling Center; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Comprehensive medical, dental, and VIS

HSA with employer contribution

Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous paid time off

Case consultation with colleagues

Malpractice insurance and overheads

Billing, credentialing, scheduling, I&

Job summary

The Postdoctoral Fellow at Positive Change Counseling Center will focus on psychological testing and evaluation, plus psychotherapy, with at least 50% of time on administration of evaluations for children and adults.

The role offers supervised clinical experience in assessments and treatment planning, opportunities for research involvement, and ongoing supervision with licensed psychologists in a collaborative, evidence-based practice setting in San Diego.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in clinical psychology or a related mental health field from an APA-accredited program.
• Current or pending licensure as a registered psychological associate in California.
• Strong knowledge of therapeutic techniques, psychological assessment and testing.
• Adherence to ethical guidelines in practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments including diagnostic interviews and testing.
• Assist in treatment plans and recommendations based on evaluations.
• Provide individual and group psychotherapy per evidence-based methods.
• Offer crisis intervention and support for distressed clients.
• Maintain accurate, confidential client records and documentation.
• Complete required documentation in line with ethical and legal standards.
• Participate in research initiatives and program development.
• Stay current with research and best practices in the field.
• Engage in clinical supervision with licensed psychologists.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and continuing education.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Therapeutic techniques

Psychological assessment

Psychological testing

Ethical guidelines

Education

Doctoral degree in psychology (PhD/PsyD)

Job description

The Postdoctoral Fellow at Positive Change Counseling Center will focus on psychological testing and evaluation, plus psychotherapy, with at least 50% of time on administration of evaluations for children and adults.

The role offers supervised clinical experience in assessments and treatment planning, opportunities for research involvement, and ongoing supervision with licensed psychologists in a collaborative, evidence-based practice setting in San Diego.