Job Description

Overview

Child & Adolescent Psychologist - Monterey, California | Residential Treatment Program

Hospital position, competitive compensation package, generous benefits - provided by hospital. Salary: $145,000 - $193,000 + Shift Differentials + Outstanding Benefits

Help Young People Heal, Grow, and Thrive

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children, adolescents, and families?

We are seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and clinically skilled Child & Adolescent Psychologist to join our growing behavioral health team in beautiful Monterey, California. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering exceptional, family-centered behavioral healthcare while helping shape innovative programs that serve young people throughout the community.

At Ohana, we believe healing happens through connection. Our culture is built on compassion, teamwork, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to helping children and adolescents reach their full potential. We are looking for a psychologist who brings not only strong clinical expertise, but also curiosity, flexibility, humility, positivity, and a genuine passion for helping young people succeed.

Why Join Us?

✔ Competitive salary of $145k - $193k, based on experience

✔ Evening and night shift differentials

✔ Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

✔ Generous paid time off

✔ Retirement savings opportunities

✔ Supportive interdisciplinary team environment

✔ Opportunities for professional growth and program development

✔ The chance to help build innovative behavioral health services for children and families

✔ Live and work in one of California's most desirable coastal communities

Position Overview

The Child & Adolescent Psychologist provides psychological assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and therapeutic services for children and adolescents within our behavioral health programs.

In addition to direct clinical care, this position collaborates closely with the Ohana Clinical Team on program development initiatives, emerging treatment models, and community prevention efforts. This role is ideal for a psychologist who enjoys both clinical practice and helping shape the future of behavioral healthcare.

What You'll Do

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy services
• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and diagnostic evaluations
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and collaborate with clinical professionals
• Support crisis intervention and behavioral stabilization efforts
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Contribute to program development and prevention initiatives
• Build positive relationships with patients, families, staff, and community partners
• Meet a minimum productivity standard of 25 patient-facing billable hours per week

Preferred Clinical Experience

Experience utilizing evidence-based treatment approaches is strongly preferred, including:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
• Trauma-informed treatment approaches
• Family systems interventions
• Child and adolescent behavioral health treatment

The Ideal Candidate

You are:

• Passionate about serving children, adolescents, and families
• Committed to high-quality, patient-centered care
• A collaborative and supportive team member
• Adaptable, creative, and solution-oriented
• Skilled at building trust and therapeutic relationships
• Excited to contribute to program growth and innovation

Join a Team That Changes Lives

Every day at Ohana brings the opportunity to help young people overcome challenges, build resilience, and create brighter futures. If you are looking for a rewarding career where your expertise, compassion, and ideas can make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to transforming lives through exceptional behavioral healthcare.

Requirements/Qualifications

Qualifications

Experience

• Three (3) years of experience providing psychological services to children and adolescents in inpatient and/or outpatient behavioral health settings required.
• Experience working with complex behavioral health diagnoses, crisis intervention, and family-centered treatment approaches preferred.
• Administrative, leadership, quality improvement, or behavioral health program development experience is highly desirable.

Education

• Doctoral degree required:
• PhD in Clinical Psychology, or
• PhD in Counseling Psychology, or
• PsyD from an accredited program.

Licensure & Certifications

• Current, unrestricted California Psychology License required.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• MOAB (Management of Aggressive Behavior) certification must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.
• Must successfully complete Monterey County 5150 Training and maintain annual authorization as a 5150 Professional Staff member.
• Must maintain all required licenses, certifications, and credentials throughout employment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of child and adolescent development, psychopathology, and evidence-based treatment practices.
• Ability to conduct psychological assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and treatment planning.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with patients, families, community partners, and interdisciplinary treatment teams.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain professional boundaries, exercise sound clinical judgment, and effectively manage crisis situations.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed care.

EOE

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