Child and Teen Psychologist

Description UCSD Department of Psychiatry is one of the most innovative and productive academic departments in the country, offering challenging career opportunities in the diverse areas of advanced educational programs, cutting‑edge research, and state‑of‑the‑art clinical services. The department is committed to offering a dynamic learning environment and growing opportunities to its talented and dedicated employees. The Child and Teen Psychologist, under the supervision of the administrative and clinical leadership of the Child and Teen Outpatient Mental Health Program, provides all aspects of psychosocial services including individual and group psychotherapy, crisis management, care coordination, treatment planning, conduct initial diagnostic evaluations and triage to appropriate levels of care. The role includes aiding in the expansion of the child/teen clinic, innovating and creating infrastructure using measurement‑based care. The candidate will collaborate with multiple systems of care including pediatricians, schools, and social services and contribute to care, education and research in a multidisciplinary team with Masters level clinicians as needed. Depending on experience of the selected candidate, this position will be hired at the Psychologist 1 or 2 level. Qualifications Ph.D. or Psy.D. degree in Clinical Psychology. Current valid state of California Psychology License (Ph.D. or Psy.D.). At least two (2) years of experience caring for child and adolescent populations during practicum, internship, or clinical fellowship. Priority given to applicants familiar with ABA, DBT, FBT, and ERP modalities. Proven psycho‑diagnostic interviewing skills, psycho‑diagnostic evaluations, and treatment planning. Strong crisis intervention skills. Ability to deliver care in an ethical, non‑judgmental, and non‑discriminatory manner. Trained in evidence‑based therapies such as CBT, DBT, ABA, HRT, ERP, PMT, PCIT, and FBT. Comfortable with a majority of the listed modalities (expertise not required). Knowledge of and experience in reading and interpreting psychiatric charts. Ability to prepare and lead psycho‑educational groups on general psychosis, mood disorders, sleep disorders, anxiety, depression, dual disorders, anger management, and stress management. Demonstrated skill in problem solving and critical thinking. Able to think creatively and efficiently to assess, analyze, and solve problems. Excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with ethnically and culturally diverse populations and co‑workers, exercising tact, flexibility, and diplomacy. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing. Strong writing ability and experience in writing concise, factual psychosocial notes and program reports. Knowledge and skill in problem‑focused psycho‑therapeutic interventions and a thorough working knowledge of DSM‑V. Experience managing a complex caseload with continual influx of new intakes weekly. Special Conditions Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs. Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre‑employment physical. Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range: $122,837 - $161,778 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%). Hourly Equivalent: $58.83 - $77.48. Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The hiring pay scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The annual full pay range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable). #J-18808-Ljbffr