Licensed Psychologist

Job Description

Job Description

Licensed Staff Psychologist

Location: Palo Alto, California

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Employment Type: Full-Time (Starting at 0.8 FTE)

About This Opportunity

Join 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 & Values

At 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 workforce
• Creating systems built on equity, access, and inclusion
• Elevating technology and strengthening community partnerships

Why 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 progress
• Specialized Consultation Groups – Access age and presenting-concern-specific consultation to deepen your clinical expertise
• Commitment 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 growth
• True 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 growth
• Diverse Career Pathways – Explore opportunities including clinical supervision, colleague observations, and school-based contracts
• Integrated Care Model – Support clients and caregivers through our onsite Intensive Outpatient Program, making it seamless to connect families with quality care
• Professional Support – CHC covers all license renewal fees
• Culture of Diversity & Inclusion – Join a welcoming community that values cultural humility, equity, and ongoing learning, ensuring clinicians of all backgrounds feel supported and empowered
• Competitive Compensation & Meaningful Benefits – Enjoy a fulfilling career in a mission-driven organization that genuinely values and invests in its team
• Technology Support – Benefit from tools designed to reduce administrative burden, including note-writing assistance

About the Role

As 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 Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical interviews with parents and clients, develop thoughtful case formulations, and synthesize/disseminate significant information to team members
• Develop 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 management
• Coordinate clinical care with other disciplines including speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, education, and psychiatry
• Conduct in-service training and seminars at CHC or within the community, including continuing education and parent education as requested
• Attend clinical staff and team meetings as assigned and serve on committees as needed to ensure program and service quality
• Adhere 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 Association
• Participate in school observations, IEP conferences, and other school meetings to assist school personnel in understanding client issues and the rationale for implementing recommendations
• Meet productivity expectations as assigned by the Division Director. Full productivity is expected by the end of the third month of employment
• Maintain commitment to child safety, mandated reporting duty, and professional boundaries
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested by Program Manager and Division Director

What We're Looking For Required Qualifications & Experience

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from an accredited graduate school
• Minimum of three (3) years of post-degree experience in either a pediatric clinic and/or school-based setting
• Valid California license to practice psychology (required)
• Maintenance of valid California license with documentation of continuing education credits submitted to the Board of Psychology
• Adherence 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 Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge and understanding of CHC's four areas of expertise: ADHD, Learning Differences, Anxiety & Depression, and Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Thorough knowledge and skills in evidence-based child and adolescent therapies, case formulations, and treatment planning
• Familiarity and comfort with providing therapy via telehealth platforms
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills with both clients and colleagues
• Flexibility to respond to changing circumstances and priorities within the agency
• Proficiency with computers and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems (essential)

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $120,000–$150,000 per year (for 1.0 FTE), plus additional bonuses tied to personal billing activity

Position 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 FTE type.

Pay Type: Salary

Benefits Available to 0.75+ FTE Employees

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Accrual of up to 3 weeks of paid vacation per year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• Free continuing education (CE) classes
• License renewal fees paid by CHC
• Professional organization membership dues (1 organization per year)

Benefits Available to All FTE Employees

• Accrual of up to 2 weeks of paid sick leave per year
• Weekly consultation groups
• Eligibility for loan forgiveness programs, including Public Service Loan Forgiveness and California state loan repayment programs

* The starting base salary for this position is as shown above. The actual base salary is dependent upon a variety of job-related factors such as professional background, training, work experience, location, business needs, and market demand. This pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Children's Health Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're a dedicated psychologist passionate about serving diverse families and committed to evidence-based, culturally responsive care, we'd love to hear from you. Join a team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and shares your commitment to transforming young lives.

Apply today to become part of the Children's Health Council family!