Behavioral Health Professional (Limited Appointment)

The Department of Psychiatry is seeking to hire a part-time Behavioral Health Professional to join the UCLA Program for the Educational and Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS) Clinic. The PEERS Clinic provides manualized, evidence-based, manualized social skills interventions for youth and adults with ASD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other socio-emotional challenges. Primary duties include:

• Assess youth eligibility for participation in outpatient therapy groups
• Conduct group based interventions
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement treatment plans
• Administer structured interviews and rating scales
• Provide treatment planning and support
• Other duties as assigned

Please note this is a limited position that may convert to career

Salary range: $31.03/hr - $65.90/hr

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field (Advanced degree preferred)

Knowledge of psychology protocols, medical/psychiatric terminology, and psychiatric disorders

Familiarity with treatment manuals and protocols for childhood disorders

Ability to administer rating scales and other assessment tools

Experience working with individuals from diverse social, cultural, and educational backgrounds

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow program protocols accurately

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and data management programs

Flexibility to manage changing priorities, deadlines, and workload

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team