Psychologist

Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services; Glendale (CA); Hybrid; USD 96,477 - 110,949; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services in Glendale, California is seeking a Psychologist (Lead Psychologist) for a hybrid role with two days on-site and three days remote. The position offers a pay range of $96,477–$110,949 annually and a $7,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates, with possible loan repayment programs.

You will conduct comprehensive psychological assessments to aid diagnosis and treatment planning, supervise interns, provide therapy, crisis intervention, intake assessments,

Qualifications

• Must be a California-licensed psychologist.
• 2+ years post-licensure preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of psychological assessment, including test selection, administration, interpretation, and report writing.
• Experience with adults who have a history of mental illness in social/mental health settings.
• Willing to travel between agency sites and work in outpatient, home-based, and field settings.
• Ability to supervise interns and provide clinical supervision is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise psychology interns and practicum students as appropriate.
• Provide professional consultation to multidisciplinary staff on assessments and diagnoses.
• Administer and interpret psychological tests and interviews with established validity for adults.
• Prepare written assessment reports with treatment recommendations.
• Deliver individual, group, and family therapy; participate in crisis intervention and on-call coverage.
• Utilize evidence-based practices in therapy with adults who are seriously mentally ill.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Decision making

Professional collaboration

Education

California-licensed psychologist

Tools

Electronic health records

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Job description

Overview

Psychologist (Glendale Adult Outpatient) – hybrid position with two days on-site and three days remote. A 9/80 flex work schedule option may be available. Pay range: $96,477–$110,949 annually. $7,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates. Ask about loan repayment programs by working at Didi Hirsch.

About Didi Hirsch: Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services is a nonprofit organization providing care to about 270,000 people annually across programs, focusing on whole-person mental health, crisis care, and substance use services. The organization emphasizes culturally responsive, equitable care and hosts over 1,000 employees and volunteers.

Summary

As a Psychologist (internally referred to as a Lead Psychologist) at Didi Hirsch, you will conduct comprehensive psychological assessments to aid diagnosis and treatment planning. At least 50% of the role focuses on conducting and supervising assessments; the remaining time is dedicated to direct therapy services and consultation. Responsibilities include crisis intervention, intake assessments, and individual, group, and family therapy for adults with mental health challenges. The role also includes providing professional consultation to staff regarding assessments and diagnoses.

Primary Duties

• May supervise psychology interns, practicum students, and possible staff on psychological testing and therapy.
• Assist in APA internship program through prospective intern interviews and application reviews.
• Provide professional consultation to multidisciplinary staff regarding complex differential diagnostic conditions, test results, cognitive and learning delays, and outcome measures.
• Provide training to clinical staff on administration and interpretation of clinical symptom assessment instruments (e.g., depression and anxiety inventories) and mental status examinations.
• Achieve proficiency in two or more evidenced-based practices and apply these in therapy with seriously mentally ill clients.
• Interface and collaborate with referring clinicians regarding the referral process and rationale for psychological assessment.
• Consult with staff regarding psychological assessments completed by outside institutions or individuals.
• Administer psychological tests including structured clinical interviews, tests of intelligence, cognitive screens, and tests of cognitive and neuropsychological function (memory and executive functions).
• Focus assessments on referral questions, using instruments appropriate for the client.
• Administer, score, and interpret tests and interviews with established validity and reliability for the client population (including language competence).
• Identify interpretive strengths and limitations, considering factors such as client differences that could affect accuracy.
• Prepare written assessment reports tailored to the client, with concrete recommendations addressing treatment planning and the referral question.
• Provide feedback on referral questions to the referring clinician and client/family, tailored to their level of understanding.
• Make recommendations for the purchase of assessment instruments and stay current on instrument revisions.
• Maintain the security of assessment manuals, instruments, protocols, and test questions.
• Document client services in compliance with agency policies, DMH contracts, and related standards.
• Participate in on-duty therapist coverage and 24-hour on-call coverage.
• Develop and maintain professional assessment skills through seminars, workshops, or other training related to working with adults with a history of mental illness.
• Attend and participate in program and agency staff meetings and related community agency meetings as required or requested.

Position Requirements

• Must be a California-licensed psychologist; 2+ years post-licensure preferred.
• Strong working knowledge/experience in psychological assessment, including test selection, administration, interpretation, and report-writing.
• Working knowledge of psychological assessment in mental health, including diagnostic concepts and assessment correlates of psychopathologies, with understanding of malingering.
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience working with adults with a history of mental illness in a social service/mental health environment.
• Willing to travel between agency sites and work in various settings, including outpatient, home-based, and field-based.
• Experience as a clinical supervisor preferred.
• Knowledge of research and statistics.
• Working knowledge of agency policies and procedures, HIPAA, DMH, Department of Social Services, and other regulations related to mental health services.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer skills including word processing, electronic health records, spreadsheets, and related software.
• Ability to use analysis, experience, and judgment to make effective decisions.
• Commitment to team objectives and Didi Hirsch philosophies.
• Ability to adapt to changing needs by acquiring new skills and knowledge.
• Current California driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Some evening work may be required.
• Know and comply with agency policies and procedures, HIPAA, and other regulations relating to mental health services.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during the application process. For more information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.