Founded in 1970 as South Philadelphia Health Action and subsequently incorporated as Greater Philadelphia Health Action, GPHA is a non-profit healthcare organization with a commitment to provide compassionate and affordable healthcare services regardless of an individual’s ability to pay. Since 1970, GPHA has expanded to become one of the premier providers of primary and behavioral healthcare in the Greater Philadelphia area.

Because of our success and stability, GPHA has become an employer of choice, offering our employees competitive salaries and a full array of benefits and perks to include medical, dental, and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid-time-off, holiday pay, numerous discounting programs, 401(k) with company match and a collaborative work environment.

We are presently seeking 2 Psychologists in our Behavioral Healthcare Division.

The Psychologist conducts and/or provides psychological evaluations for GPHA, Inc. Al-Assist Behavioral Healthcare Center’s clients comprising but not limited to psychological testing, mental status evaluations, psychosocial evaluations, and establishment of appropriate DSM-V diagnoses. The Consulting Psychologist provides consultation to clinical staff in the development of comprehensive treatment plans, in accordance with GPHA/Al-Assist Behavioral Healthcare Center procedures and in compliance with regulations of Pennsylvania Department of Health and Department of Public Welfare.

Must have a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or Educational Psychology from an accredited university. Two years of clinical experience, preferably one year in the field of Substance Use Disorders. Experience, training and/or interest in Autistic Spectrum Disorders and/or in Behavioral Intervention management are especially desired. Possession of psychologist license issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology or currently meets eligibility requirements for such licensure, PLUS Valid Child Abuse (Act 33), Criminal History, and FBI clearances (when applicable). Participation in and completion of all CBH mandatory in-services (must be completed within three (3) months of hire and annually from the date of the initial training). Maintain active license and certifications in good standing (if applicable). Participation in at least ten (25) hours of documented additional continuing education units per year (“year” is defined as twelve (12) months calendar year). Receive annual influenza vaccination to help protect self and others from acquiring and/or spreading seasonal influenza disease. (Unless employee meets the exclusion guidelines) Receive risk-based screening for Tuberculosis annually (Unless deemed medically unnecessary based on prior medical history)

At Greater Philadelphia Health Action, Inc. (GPHA), we respect diversity and promote equity through action, advocacy, and policy through a dedicated team of representatives committed to listening, learning, and enacting systemic change. We create different channels, outlets, and programs to enhance safe spaces within GPHA, creating a shared understanding and language around justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion. GPHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. GPHA does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices to include hiring, transferring and promotion practices on the basis of race, color, sex, age, handicap, disability, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.