Autism Clinical Psychologist

Do you want to work with a great team to help clients overcome mental health challenges? Do you have impeccable listening skills and compassion for those seeking assistance? Would you like to be associated with the largest, most innovative and comprehensive nonprofit of its kind in the United States serving children with special needs related to autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, ADHD, developmental delays?

The Help Group is widely regarded for its high standards of excellence, unique scope and breadth of services. Through its public awareness, professional training and parent education programs and efforts at the state and national levels, The Help Group touches the lives of children with special needs across the country and in other parts of the world. At the heart of its efforts is the commitment to helping young people fulfill their potential to lead positive, productive and rewarding lives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensed Clinical Psychologist or license- eligible in the state of California. Must have a minimum of 2 years providing direct individual and group psychotherapy to persons on the autism spectrum ranging from toddlers to adults. Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience performing diagnostic evaluations utilizing the Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale (ADOS)- all modules. Familiarity or interest in the neurodivergent LGBTQ+ population preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide individual psychotherapy to children and adults on the autism spectrum and LGBTQ+ clients
• Provide group psychotherapy to children and adults on the autism spectrum and LGBTQ+ clients
• Provide assessments and program development for the PLAN Center, with a primary focus on diagnostics of neurodivergent LGBTQ+ referrals
• Maintain client information in a confidential manner.
• Maintain client charts in a responsible manner. Ensure documentation requirements are met for supervisees in a timely and accurate manner.
• Comply with the Agency guidelines, policies and procedures
• Comply with applicable professional licensing or certification requirements and ethical standards
• Arrange work schedule or required hours to the benefit of the Agency and clients with the approval of the program’s Director of Training
• May supervise interns and/or trainees in individual and/or group supervision in The Help Group’s doctoral, post-doctoral and/or practicum training programs in the following direct service experiences psychodiagnostic and/or diagnostic testing.

Salary Range:$66,415 To $105,000

The Help Group offers wonderful training opportunities, a supportive, professional work environment and great benefits, including:

• 100% Employer-sponsored Health Insurance Plan
• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Qualified Employer - Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) -

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.