Licensed Staff Psychologist

About the CompanyJoin Children's Health Council as a Licensed Staff Psychologist and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children, teens, and young adults. For over 70 years, CHC has been a trusted leader in providing culturally responsive, evidence-based mental health and learning services to diverse families regardless of language, location, or ability to pay. We're seeking a compassionate, skilled psychologist to join our collaborative team and help transform young lives through exceptional clinical care.Our Mission & ValuesAt Children's Health Council, we believe in the promise and potential of every child, teen, and young adult. We specialize in ADHD, Learning Differences, Anxiety & Depression, and Autism Spectrum Disorders. Our strategic priorities include:Being people first and empowering our workforceCreating systems built on equity, access, and inclusionElevating technology and strengthening community partnershipsWhy Join Our Team?We're building a workplace where clinicians thrive professionally and personally. Here's what sets CHC apart:Excellence in Evidence-Based Therapy - Deliver high-quality care backed by research and best practices, including measurement-based care to track and enhance client progressSpecialized Consultation Groups - Access age and presenting-concern-specific consultation to deepen your clinical expertiseCommitment to Lifelong Learning - Expand your expertise with free continuing education (CE) courses, an annual training stipend, regular consultation groups, and in-house training designed to support your professional growthTrue Interdisciplinary Collaboration - Work alongside psychologists, therapists, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, psychiatrists, educational specialists, neuropsychologists, and nurse practitioners to provide holistic, whole-child care. Being part of a diverse team broadens your clinical perspective, enhances your skill set, and fosters deeper professional growthDiverse Career Pathways - Explore opportunities including clinical supervision, colleague observations, and school-based contractsIntegrated Care Model - Support clients and caregivers through our onsite Intensive Outpatient Program, making it seamless to connect families with quality careProfessional Support - CHC covers all license renewal feesCulture of Diversity & Inclusion - Join a welcoming community that values cultural humility, equity, and ongoing learning, ensuring clinicians of all backgrounds feel supported and empoweredCompetitive Compensation & Meaningful Benefits - Enjoy a fulfilling career in a mission-driven organization that genuinely values and invests in its teamTechnology Support - Benefit from tools designed to reduce administrative burden, including note-writing assistanceAbout the RoleAs a Licensed Staff Psychologist, you'll be at the heart of our clinical mission, providing comprehensive psychological services to children, adolescents, and young adults. You'll work collaboratively with our interdisciplinary team, reporting to the Clinical Program Manager. This position offers the opportunity to develop diverse clinical skills while making a direct impact on young lives and their families.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct comprehensive clinical interviews with parents and clients, develop thoughtful case formulations, and synthesize/disseminate significant information to team membersDevelop and deliver evidence-based psychological treatment plans for children, teens, young adults, and their families, which may include individual, dyadic, family, parent, and collateral therapy and behavior managementCoordinate clinical care with other disciplines including speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, education, and psychiatryConduct in-service training and seminars at CHC or within the community, including continuing education and parent education as requestedAttend clinical staff and team meetings as assigned and serve on committees as needed to ensure program and service qualityAdhere to all mental health legal and ethical mandates and guidelines in the execution of duties, including timely completion of charting, billing, report preparation, and ethical/confidentiality issues as outlined by the Board of Psychology and American Psychological AssociationParticipate in school observations, IEP conferences, and other school meetings to assist school personnel in understanding client issues and the rationale for implementing recommendationsMeet productivity expectations as assigned by the Division Director. Full productivity is expected by the end of the third month of employmentMaintain commitment to child safety, mandated reporting duty, and professional boundariesPerform other related duties as assigned or requested by Program Manager and Division DirectorQualificationsRequired Qualifications & ExperiencePh.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from an accredited graduate schoolMinimum of three (3) years of post-degree experience in either a pediatric clinic and/or school-based settingValid California license to practice psychology (required)Maintenance of valid California license with documentation of continuing education credits submitted to the Board of PsychologyAdherence to all professional, ethical, legal, and confidentiality issues outlined by the California Board of Psychology, The American Psychological Association, and State and Federal laws (e.g., HIPAA)Required SkillsKnowledge and understanding of CHC's four areas of expertise: ADHD, Learning Differences, Anxiety & Depression, and Autism Spectrum DisordersThorough knowledge and skills in evidence-based child and adolescent therapies, case formulations, and treatment planningFamiliarity and comfort with providing therapy via telehealth platformsExcellent time management and organizational skillsAbility to work effectively in a team-oriented environmentExcellent interpersonal and written communication skills with both clients and colleaguesFlexibility to respond to changing circumstances and priorities within the agencyProficiency with computers and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems (essential)Pay range and compensation packageSalary Range: $120,000-$150,000 per year (for 1.0 FTE), plus additional bonuses tied to personal billing activityPosition Details: This position will start at 0.8 FTE. Compensation listed is representative of a 1.0 FTE (40-hour work week). Actual compensation will be adjusted based on applicable FTE.

Created: 2026-05-12