Sutter Health·Santa Clara, California
Provides mental health services, including assessment and treatment planning, for child, adolescent, and adult outpatient clients. Responsibilities include autonomous decision making, group therapy, and coordination with community resources and clinical staff.
EDUCATION: Doctorate: PhD or PsyD in Psychology from an accredited institution TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: 4 years recent relevant experience
PSY - Psychologist licensed in the state of practice
Knowledge of human development, psychological treatment, and intervention modalities with children, adolescents and adults Knowledge of psychosocial factors relevant to mental health, such as personality, human growth and development; interpersonal relationships; group process; family dynamics; community integration and socioeconomic resource provisions, including the relevance of these factors for personal change in treatment Knowledge of and adherence to American Psychological Association ethical standards Knowledge of the current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, and psychotherapeutic modalities and interventions, including psychotropic medications Ability to effectively work with a wide range of psychiatric treatment problems of children, adolescents, adults and their families Ability to cooperatively work as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team Ability to make sound clinical decisions regarding assessing patient's acuity and appropriate dispositions
Yes Unions: No Position Status: Exempt Weekly Hours: 32 Employee Status: Regular Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $108,043.52 to $162,073.60 / annual salary The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
Requires a PhD or PsyD in Psychology and a valid Psychologist license in the state of practice. Candidates should have 4 years of recent relevant experience and knowledge of APA ethical standards and the DSM.
Market context
In California, behavioral-health roles tied to substance use disorder counseling and case management are typically supported by ongoing community and treatment-program demand. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least 2 years of SUD counseling or case management experience, and current Registered or Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and note that professional development and paid continuing education are listed as benefits.
