Clinical Psychologist

About Us & Why We're Hiring

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   

If our mission resonates, keep reading.

• 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 full-time Clinical Psychologist for our Balboa site in Northridge. 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: Full-time (40 hours), Monday – Friday, 2 evenings per week until 8:00pm are required.

Starting Salary:

• Waivered Psychologist: $76,640


• Licensed Psychologist: $77,640 - $83,640


• Additional years of experience will be considered as well


• $3,000 differential available for bilingual Spanish-English proficiency (must pass Spanish Proficiency Assessment to qualify)

Qualifications

• Bilingual English and Spanish preferred.


• 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


• Educational Assistance Reimbursement


• 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


• Committees and workgroups that always strive to make CFGC’s workplace culture the best it can be.


• Premier Benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, identity theft protection, Tickets at Work discount services, and even pet insurance policies!


• Employees in this role may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program


• And much more! Check out our full benefits summary https://www.childguidance.org/portfolio/benefits/

*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.