Psychological Associate

Sankofa Behavioral Health is hiring a Psychological Associate to support our growing team.

About Sankofa Behavioral Health

We invest in the whole family's right to self-determination by providing meaningful, individualized, and culturally relevant behavioral services. We affirm children, teens, and young adults who exhibit social, emotional, learning, and behavioral concerns using the science of Applied Behavior Analysis(ABA) with a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach. We not only uplift the children and teens we service through ABA, but empower parents and siblings of our disabled and/or neurodivergent clients with the common goal of enhancing the quality of life for the entire household through the provision of mental health services, parent guidance, advocacy tools, and group sessions.Our Guiding Values:Sustainability- We strive to ensure every person learns strategies they can continue long after our extensive work togetherIntegrity- We strive to exhibit high-quality ethical services, adhering to the standards set forth by our governing body and the population we serviceGrowth- We strive to increase meaningful skills for our clients to thrive within their own environmentsNurturance- We strive to provide a learning environment in which our clients feel cared for, heard, and prioritizedAutonomy- We strive to support our client's freedom of choice and independenceTrust- We strive to create a trusting relationship with our clients while overseeing their advancementsUnity- We strive to maintain a collaborative working relationship, placing emphasis on the team effort that is necessary to accomplish meaningful change Responsiveness- We strive to produce culturally responsive care that respects and acknowledges the identities and values that are important to our clientsEmpowerment- We strive to encourage clients to become the #1 advocate for their own progress


Description

Sankofa Behavioral Health is hiring a Psychological Associate to support our growing team.

This role is a strong fit for clinicians interested in:

• autism evaluations
• developmental assessment
• psychological testing
• therapy services
• culturally responsive clinical care

The Psych Associate will work under the direction of a licensed psychologist to assist with:

• autism testing
• assessment administration and scoring
• clinical interviews
• report support
• therapy services (optional based on interest/experience)

We are looking for someone who is:

• collaborative
• organized
• affirming in their clinical approach
• passionate about supporting children and families

What Makes Sankofa Different

We are a mission-focused organization that centers:

• relationships
• dignity
• culturally grounded care
• interdisciplinary collaboration

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related mental health field
• Experience conducting psychological assessments with children or neurodivergent populations

Compensation

Competitive pay based on experience and licensure:

• $39-$49/hour

Salary


$38 - $49 per hour