POSITION TITLE: Licensed Psychologist

Location: Watsonville, CA (Onsite)

Collective Bargaining Position

[x ] Regular [ x] Full-Time

Join San Andreas Regional Center – Where Every Role Matters.

San Andreas Regional Center (SARC) is one of 21 regional centers in California, funded by the State and rooted in the values of the Lanterman Act. As a community-based nonprofit, we are dedicated to supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in living full, independent, and inclusive lives.

Join a diverse, mission-driven team that is passionate about making a meaningful difference every day. If you care deeply about equity, advocacy, and social impact— SARC is the place for you.

Job Summary:

• To ensure that behavioral and psychological information is incorporated into a multi-disciplinary report and prescriptive plan, which will enable the persons served to achieve increased self-sufficiency and/or to maintain the fullest levels of potential. To utilize the methods and skills of psychology to insure the provision of comprehensive services to the developmentally disabled individuals of the region. To implement the vision of the Agency.

Essential Job Functions:

• Evaluates and/or provides behavioral information on developmentally disabled individuals and their families as required for evaluation, diagnosis, program planning and consultation.
• Assists in matters related to psychology, specifically to the provision of comprehensive services to people with developmental disabilities.
• Participates as a member of the multi-disciplinary diagnostic and consultation team of the Agency.
• Participates as teacher/consultant to Agency personnel involved in the development and delivery of services to people with developmental disabilities served by San Andreas Regional Center.
• Assists in the development of new programs where need arises and in the ongoing evaluation of programs for the developmentally disabled operated by the Agency or by agencies and professionals within the region.
• Performs other related duties as assigned,( such as conservatorship petitions and competency to stand trial evaluations, and diversion plans. )

Education/Experience: Doctorate in Clinical or Educational Psychology from an accredited educational facility and licensed to practice by the State of California Board of Psychology. A minimum of two years experience in which a significant portion of time has been spent in programs or services for the developmentally disabled is required.

Special Skills and Knowledge: Ability to relate to and convey knowledge in a constructive, supportive and collaborative manner to clients, their families and professionals within the Agency and with other community organizations and programs. Knowledge of the principles, methods, techniques, and materials of psychology in serving the developmentally disabled. Knowledge of the sources, uses, administrations and interpretations of psychological and behavioral tests. Ability to prepare verbal and written reports in a clear, concise and appropriate manner.

Other: Use of an automobile, possession of a valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance for the minimum amount prescribed by law or the ability to provide for independent transportation.

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future.

Employees receive free medical coverage (yes, free for employees!), along with free dental and vision insurance for your dependents.

Our benefits include a CalPERS pension plan, offering rare, long-term financial security through a lifetime pension, excellent health benefits, and overall career stability. Additional benefits include a 403(b) retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

You'll also enjoy:

• Five days of paid education leave per fiscal year
• Vacation time, sick leave, 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays!
• Life insurance, with options for additional coverage
• Access to an employee discounts portal full of great deals
• We offer flexible work schedules and select hybrid positions, promoting a healthy and balanced work-life experience.
• And that’s just the beginning — explore the full list of benefits on our careers website! (**Benefits apply to eligible employees.)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $11,268.00 - $14,774.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

• Are you a Licensed Psychologist credentialed to work in the state of California?
• Do you have experience real world" experience in assessments? (assessment practice done only in a class setting does not count; experience must be from supervised pre-doc and/or post-doc or obtained after graduation).
• Can you use and interpret the following measures: WISC 5, WAIS IV, Woodcock Johnson, C-TONI, ADOS, ADIR, SRS, CARS, GARS, or ABAS
• Do you have experience with interviewing and testing both children and adults?
• Are you comfortable telling families they do not meet eligibility requirements?
• Are you comfortable with court cases and testimony ,DFCS, court-ordered?
• This is not a remote position, and that is not negotiable. Please confirm you are comfortable coming into the office daily?
• Do you live in Watsonville, CA?

Education:

• Doctorate (Required)

Work Location: In person