New

Behavioral Health Professional- YSAM Program (Limited Appointment)

University of California - Los Angeles Health
United States, California, Los Angeles
Aug 11, 2026
Description The Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior is seeking to hire a part-time Behavioral Health Professional to join our Youth Stress and Mood (YSAM) Program, a nationally recognized program dedicated to improving the mental and physical health of youth through the development and evaluation of treatments for depression, self-harm, and suicide prevention. Key responsibilities include: Conduct clinical assessments, evaluations, and interventions for children, adolescents, and young adults participating in YSAM research and clinical programs Implement established program protocols for evaluation, intervention, care coordination, and linkage to community and clinical resources Provide support, psychoeducation, and recommendations to parents, caregivers, and other significant support persons Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide evaluation and treatment planning for youth presenting with depression, self harm, suicidal ideation, and other complex mental health concerns Participate in evolution and treatment services for youth seen in the UCLA Health Emergency Department Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with programs, institutional, and regulatory standards Salary range: $50.21/hr - $73.15/hr Please note: this is a limited appointment that may convert to career Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related mental health field (Advanced degree preferred) Training, coursework, or experience in mental health, behavioral health, or related human services settings Experience working with youth experiencing suicidality, self-harm, mood disorders, or other behavioral health concerns (preferred) Ability to assess and support children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing elevated suicide risk, self-harm behaviors, depression, or other complex emotional and behavioral challenges Ability to effectively support and communicate with families, caregivers, and support systems regarding treatment recommendations and care planning Experience in a research, academic medical center, or hospital based setting (preferred) Familiarity with evidence-based interventions for adolescents and young adults (Preferred) Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Ability to work collaboratively and professionally with multidisciplinary clinical and research teams Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed to meet department and participant needs