Psychologist

PsychologistPart-Time

Listed compensation

$60-$65/hr

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.

Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

*This is a Part-Time Role, Once a week, In-Office***

Reporting to the Behavioral Health Director, the Psychologist will provide individual, group, and family psychotherapy to patients across the lifespan, tailoring interventions to meet the developmental and cultural needs of each client.

This role involves conducting comprehensive psychological assessments and diagnostic evaluations, focusing on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), utilizing standardized tools such as the ADOS-2, WISC-V, and BASC-3.

The Psychologist will prepare thorough, timely psychological reports that include diagnostic impressions and evidence-based treatment recommendations. This position requires close collaboration with primary care providers, psychiatrists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.

The following statements for this position reflect only some specific responsibilities and are considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all duties required that may be inherent in the position:

Provide individual, group, and family psychotherapy, focusing on evidence-based interventions appropriate for a range of behavioral health concerns.

Conduct psychological assessments and diagnostic evaluations, particularly for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), using standardized assessment tools (e. g., ADOS-2, WISC-V, BASC-3).

Prepare thorough and timely psychological reports, including diagnostic impressions and clear, actionable treatment recommendations.

Collaborate closely with primary care providers, psychiatrists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic, patient-centered care.

Participate in interdisciplinary case consultations and treatment planning meetings, sharing insights and contributing to collaborative decision-making.

Provide psychoeducation and community-based outreach to enhance public understanding of mental health issues, particularly ASD and ADHD.

Ensure accurate, timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) system to support billing, data collection, and regulatory compliance.

Adhere to all clinical and regulatory standards, including HIPAA regulations, ensuring patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.

Engage in culturally competent practices, offering services in both English and Spanish to meet the needs of a diverse patient population.

Offer crisis intervention when needed and ensure that appropriate referrals are made for patients requiring higher levels of care.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current trends, research, and best practices in psychology and behavioral health.

Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with clinical skills and licensure requirements.

Consult with Behavioral Health Director and other leaders in the organization to provide input into program development, policy implementation, and service delivery improvements.

Follow all relevant federal and state regulations, as well as organizational policies, to ensure compliance in all aspects of patient care.

Assist with the training of new staff and the ongoing development of existing team members as part of a supportive, collaborative work environment.

Perform other duties as assigned by the executive leadership and administration.

Requirements

  • Education, Certification, and Experience Requirements
  • Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical Psychology or a related field from a regionally accredited program (APA-accredited program preferred).
  • Current and valid license as a Psychologist in the state of California.

Experience in psychological testing and diagnosis for Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD, including the use of standardized instruments.

Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience working with diverse populations in a community-based or healthcare setting preferred.

Comfort and competence working with patients across the lifespan—including children, adolescents, adults, and older adults.

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Experience working in an FQHC or underserved community setting a plus.
  • Language Requirements
  • Spanish speaking required.

Key Responsibilities

The Psychologist will provide individual, group, and family psychotherapy while conducting comprehensive diagnostic assessments for ASD and ADHD. They will also collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure patient-centered care and maintain accurate clinical documentation.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Psychological AssessmentDiagnostic EvaluationInterdisciplinary CollaborationHIPAA ComplianceCulturally Competent Practice

Psychologist Career Context

In California, the Psychology weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$141k (165 salary observations; 522 listings), vs ~$125k nationally (1,351 salary observations; 5,787 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-12-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 40 active Psychology listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% are remote, 10% have no call, 55% require no weekends.

Psychology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$125k–$135kPsychology median $177k (middle half $132k–$198k)11 comparable listings, Nov 2026
California vs national$141k median in California$125k nationally (+13%)165 state / 1,351 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$117k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Psychology listings in California185 active1,779 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 48% remote · 10% no call · 55% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia psychologist listings (all specialties): 20% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment219 active listings, Nov 2026
New Psychology listings614 in the last 30 days299 the 30 days before (+105%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Psychology pay trend+2.0% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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<$160k
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
100%
Sign-on bonus
50%
CME allowance
45%
Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Psychology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,774 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Serve the People Community Health Center

Health and Human Services
Santa Ana, California
51-200 employees

Living in Santa Ana

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$873k
Typical market rent
$2,820/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
113.6
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.