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Psychological Assistant for Assessment/Testing Cases

Apply by November 16th

Job Description

We are seeking to add a pre-licensed psychological assistant or psychologist to our Assessment Team to work collaboratively with our full-time staff. The testing assistant or psychologist will be expected to be available for 15-20 hours per week, with additional hours to meet supervision requirements as outlined by state licensing boards.

The testing assistant or psychologist will provide much-needed trauma-informed, relational assessment and testing for incoming referrals to Grey Matter Psychological Assessment. Personality is a major part of this position- you must be warm, compassionate, and proficient in assessing, diagnosing, and writing forensic and testing reports for this position. A kind and helpful presence to potential clients is also a must. This position will manage forensic and neuropsychological evaluations.

We have referrals ready and waiting for this applicant.

Organizational Culture

We are seeking a supportive team player to work collaboratively with a fast-growing forensic and neuropsychological practice. We are adamant about providing anti-racist, LGBTQI-affirming competent care for our patients. We provide excellent training to staff members and resources for them to read research, theory, and challenging texts to support our ongoing growth and betterment as professionals. Each of our staff members is provided with monthly training via a staff portal on trauma theory, current research, helpful interventions, and community resources we have collected over the years in practice.

Perks

  • Clients and referrals are provided to you by Grey Matter, so you can focus on providing excellent assessment work, rather than schlepping for new clients.

  • We work hard to avoid burnout, which means we are a staff that contemplates helpful boundaries and creates robust support systems for each other. Our supervisors have an innovative spirit to help make our workplace environment healthy.

  • You can accrue Paid Time Off throughout the year.

  • Competitive 401k plan for all staff members.

  • Health/dental/vision plans are available for full-time employees.

Reports to: CEO/Supervising Psychologist

Minimum requirements

Doctoral-level training in assessments (completed or currently completing clerkship training)

Strong clinical references from previous supervisors

Experience in working with trauma & forensic populations through an attachment and relational lens

Collaborative presence and skillful approach in managing difficult cases

Excellent social skills and organizational skills

Competent in writing assessment reports

Comfort with providing virtual evaluations/assessments. Some office hours are available but most care is provided on a HIPAA-compliant video platform

There might be some in-person testing required in our Santa Monica office (usually one day per week for a half day)

Registration as a Psychological Assistant in California is a requirement.

Competencies

Strong clinical presence and self-motivated to complete necessary administrative tasks.

Interpersonal Skills: a team player with a positive attitude who works effectively with clients, co-workers, and supervisors.

Organization & Time Management Skills: complete chart notes in a timely manner, return referral correspondence quickly, and eager to grow practice.

Communication Skills: Strong computer skills, as well as oral and written communication.

Flexibility & Growth Mindset: holds the belief that skills can be developed through hard work, effective strategies, and input from others. Must be receptive to feedback, collaboration, and innovation.

Pay Scale

Estimated income will be 30k-50k for part-time position with opportunities for growth

  • Expected to perform 3-6 assessments per week

  • Paid vacation available after tenure

  • This position is partially in-person in our Santa Monica office, specifically on Monday mornings. Please make sure you are available for that day before you apply.