And the job listing Expires on May 2, 2025
We empower children, youth and families to flourish in vibrant communities.
* Child and Family Guidance Center (CFGC), established in 1962, is a leading provider of community mental health and social services in the San Fernando and Antelope Valleys
* Our mission is to empower children and families to achieve health and well-being through innovative mental health services.
* We serve thousands of children and families annually
* We are inspired by our staff of caring and committed professionals
* We are seeking passionate people to join our team
* As part of our team, you will join us in providing a continuum of prevention, early intervention, and intensive treatment services to children and families.
* We offer services in our offices, at schools, and in homes.
* Together, we seek to create stronger, more resilient communities
* Your role will center around changing lives, extending our reach, deepening our impact, and building meaningful outcomes for those seeking help.
The Position:
We are seeking a part-time Bilingual Clinical Psychologist for our Palmdale site. This position is primarily responsible for delivering mental health treatment services to children and adolescents within designated programs. As a key member of a multidisciplinary team – including psychiatrists, case managers, and other professionals -this role collaborates to provide holistic, person-centered care.
What You’ll Do
* Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and testing as assigned, providing feedback to the multidisciplinary team to inform treatment decisions.
* Deliver individual, family, and group therapy sessions to an assigned caseload.
* Provide a broad spectrum of treatment services, including intakes, assessments, ongoing treatment planning, and discharge planning.
* Offer field-based services as needed, which may involve meeting clients at their homes or other community locations.
* Develop individualized treatment plans, regularly monitoring and evaluating client progress.
* Be available to manage client crises and symptoms, including during non-business hours, and participate in agency-wide on-call rotations.
* Engage caregivers in the treatment process through collateral sessions, family therapy, parent education programs, and family support groups.
* Meet performance expectations for billable hours as assigned by the Supervisor.
* Complete all required documentation in compliance with Agency policies, HIPAA guidelines, and funder standards within established timelines.
* Participate in supervision, meetings, and training sessions related to position responsibilities, including evidence-based practices, booster sessions, and consultations as assigned.
* Hours: Part-time (20 hours), at least one evening per week until 8:00pm required
* This position is fully onsite for the first four months. Potential for hybrid work options based on performance.
* Waivered Psychologist: $37.50
* Licensed Psychologist: $38.46 – $40.86
* Additional years of experience will be considered as well
* Additional differential available for bilingual Spanish-English proficiency (must pass Spanish Proficiency Assessment to qualify)
Qualifications
* Bilingual English and Spanish required.
* Must have experience conducting psychological testing
* Relevant experience in providing direct mental health services to children and adolescents, including work or internship experience.
* Proven ability to work effectively with highly traumatized children and families, managing high-risk situations and volatile family dynamics.
* Strong knowledge and experience in delivering culturally competent services, with a commitment to inclusivity and sensitivity.
* Demonstrates excellent collaboration skills, working professionally with a multidisciplinary treatment team, and ability to work independently while seeking supervision when needed.
* Strong organizational skills, dependability, and a proactive approach to work, with effective time management, flexibility, and punctuality in meeting deadlines, appointments, and meetings.
* Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology. Must be eligible to register as a waivered or licensed psychologist with the Board of Psychology.
We’re building a diverse, inclusive team
* You’re welcome here. We want CFGC to reflect the diversity of our community and flourish together.
* CFGC is committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and strives to create a diverse, welcoming and supportive workplace
CFGC promotes professional development and a healthy work-life balance
* Free supervision for licensure
* 100% License/Registration Fee Reimbursement
* Great training/learning opportunities with a focus on clinical services
* Supportive, friendly work environment that prioritizes YOU
* Work-life balance – flexible time off policies
* Hybrid Work Schedule
* Committees and workgroups that always strive to make CFGC’s workplace culture the best it can be.
* Employees in this role may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
*This job posting includes a summary of duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this position. It is not a complete job description and is subject to change based on the needs of the center.
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