Psychologist - M.I.N.D. Institute

The Psychologist 1 position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to clinical care and cutting-edge research at the MIND Institute.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist with clinical triage of referrals
• Complete diagnostic intakes
• Conduct clinical psychological assessments for individuals with suspected neurodevelopmental disabilities (NDD)
• Provide empirically-based treatments (e.g., Social Skills Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or Parent Behavior Management Training) for youth with NDD diagnoses and caregivers
• Support research efforts
• Administer research assessments either through the MIND Institute Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Research Center (IDDRC) Clinical Translational Core or through a faculty member’s research program

Apply By Date: April 13th, 2025 at 11:59 PM

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload a license and/or certification if required for the position

• Must possess a State of California Psychologist License, OR be license eligible and in the process of applying for California licensure
• Must have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology
• Must have one year of post-doctoral experience in Clinical Psychology
• Knowledge of Psychological assessment instruments, ability to evaluate and interpret results, ability to determine case disposition and treatment recommendations/plans
• Knowledge of Psychiatric diagnoses, as described in the Diagnosis and Statistical Manual – 5th Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5: TR)
• Ability to apply cultural humility standards to clinical care
• Knowledge and understanding of individual, child, and family development, human behavior and communication, and the influence of culture and values in clinical practice, case management, and research
• Ability to conceptualize clinical situations and demonstrate application of theory in case management and psychotherapeutic responsibilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills: verbal, written, and listening
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with children and their caregivers
• Ability to convey instructions, directions, and information appropriately and accurately
• Ability to write clear and concise reports
• Good planning and organizational skills
• Ability to organize a variety of concurrent activities, set realistic goals and objectives, and plan and meet deadlines without compromising quality
• Ability to work as a team member and work diplomatically with a wide variety of people and successfully manage conflict
• Ability to direct the actions of others effectively to accomplish tasks and functions
• Ability to work under direct supervision and use clinical supervision to enhance professional growth and examine clinical work
• Ability to make appropriate interventions based on law and policy
• Knowledge of child, elder abuse, and domestic violence reporting requirements, and other significant legislation and laws regulating mental health work practice (e.g., Tarasoff, patient confidentiality, etc.)
• Knowledge of suicidal behavior, the ability to assess lethality, and to develop appropriate treatment plans
• Collaboration on clinical research projects requires the ability to assist in conceptualizing the development and planning of the tasks necessary for the implementation of clinical research
• Awareness of clinical research methodology, design, statistical testing, computer software, and clinical interpretation of data results
• Ability to support the learning and professional development of others, including colleagues, junior staff and trainees

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and clinical experience of empirically-based treatment (e.g., Social Skills Group Therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Parent Management Training)
• Knowledge of community resources and service agencies in the Northern California area

Key Responsibilities

• 40% - Clinical Services/Patient Care
• 50% - Research Assessment
• 5% - Clinic Triage
• 5% - Other Duties

Department Overview

The MIND Institute is a research and clinical center whose mission involves awareness, understanding, prevention, and treatment of the challenges associated with neurodevelopmental disabilities. It is a matrix organization and encompasses over 250 faculty and staff from 14 academic departments with an annual operating budget of approximately $4 million, contract awards totaling approximately $16 million, and gifts and endowments valued at approximately $14 million. The MIND Institute also houses 2 sponsored center grants: the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Research Center (NIH), University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (AUCD), 3 federally sponsored training grants: Autism Research Training Program (NIH), Developmental-Behavioral Pediatric Fellowship Program (HRSA), and the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (HRSA), and two programmatic infrastructure grants: the Research Network for Creating Partnerships with Diverse and Underrepresented Communities (PCORI) and Redwood SEED Scholars (DoEd).

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $9,454.06- $12,474.43
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: 159
• UC Job Title: PSYCHOLOGIST 1
• UC Job Code: 009384
• Appointment Type: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% Full-time
• Shift (Work Schedule): 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (08 hours)
• Location: M.I.N.D. Institute Clinic, Sacramento, CA
• Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco-free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis-owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position.

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

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