Job Description
The Clinical Psychologist plays a central role as a clinician and leader within the Child and Family Therapy Services Team. The position is responsible for conducting comprehensive psychological assessments, managing a clinical caseload of therapy services for children and families, and support in the . In addition to clinical work, this position requires strong leadership and managerial skills, with the ability to guide team members, contribute to program development, and approach clinical services with a business-minded perspective. This role is ideal for a psychologist who values both direct client care and the opportunity to shape the growth and direction of a multidisciplinary clinic.
Qualifications & Skills :
- PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology; California licensure as a Clinical Psychologist required.
- Minimum 3–5 years of clinical experience with children, adolescents, and families.
- Demonstrated expertise in psychological testing, evaluation, and report writing.
- Proven leadership and supervisory experience, with the ability to manage and motivate a multidisciplinary team.
- Highly effective verbal communication skills and strong ability and patience in working with children, young people and their families.
- Strong organizational, communication, and business-oriented problem-solving skills.
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality, at all times.
Key Responsibilities :
Conduct psychological testing and evaluations for children and adolescents, including cognitive, behavioral, and emotional assessments.Write high-quality, evidence-based reports with clear recommendations for families, schools, and other providers.Provide individual and family therapy on a limited caseload, addressing a range of behavioral and emotional challenges.Collaborate with caregivers, educators, and multidisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care.Supervise and mentor psychology team members, fostering professional growth and accountability.Lead team meetings, case discussions, and training opportunities to ensure consistency and excellence in service delivery.Support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing development of clinical staff.Contribute to the development and refinement of clinic programs, assessments, and interventions.Collaborate across therapy teams (Behavior Therapy, Child & Family Therapy, Learning & Assessment) to ensure integrated client support.Assist with clinic-wide initiatives, including process improvements, outreach, and community engagement.Other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Expert knowledge of child and family therapy standards and practices, and a strong ability to internalize and translate these guidelines to staff and clients.Strong leadership and communication skills.Keen ability to think outside the box and be flexible in the approach and delivery of child and family therapy services.Ability to effectively express your thoughts, ideas, and messages to diverse people in oral and written form. Public speaking skills and ability to write / edit emails, letters, and technical reports.Strong ability to monitor your emotions and those of others and to use this information to guide your thinking and behavior.Accountability and positive work habits such as punctuality, time management, appropriate dress and appearance, and willingness to go beyond a job description or ask for help when needed.Demonstrated integrity, ethical behavior, and concern for the greater good.Ability to connect with others in a meaningful way, to recognize and understand another person's feelings and thoughts, and to use this information to stimulate positive relationships and beneficial interactions.Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at one time.Excellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, co-workers, supervisors, and community members.Expert knowledge and ability to maintain client confidentiality and to adhere to HIPAA laws.Commitment to ongoing training and development as it relates to clinical skills, professional development, ethics, and technology, and training in order to perform job responsibilities to required standards.Ability to travel locally as needed throughout the work day / weekThe Sutcliffe Clinic, located in Los Altos, is a multidisciplinary pediatric clinic dedicated to supporting children and families facing a range of behavioral, emotional, and learning challenges. Our team of experienced psychologists, educators, and mental health professionals work collaboratively to provide individualized care using evidence-based approaches. We are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children by offering comprehensive services that include therapy, psychological assessments, educational advocacy, and coaching.
The Sutcliffe Clinic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.