Psychology at Children’s Health of Orange County (CHOC) is pleased to announce the availability of 1, with a possibility of 2 full-time psychologist positions. We are seeking candidates with expertise in the assessment and intervention of a wide range of psychological presenting issues within the general community and pediatric medical population. The primary focus of the position will be program development, education of teachers and counselors & some limited student interventions within school districts. As a consultant with schools, the psychologist will assist in improving universal prevention programs (ex. suicide prevention, social-emotional learning, etc.) and provide acute services consultation and training to school-based mental health professionals. There may be opportunities to see a limited number of outpatients including assessment and evidence-based intervention of children and adolescents, in a psychology clinic and/or telehealth settings (individual, family and group therapy). In the outpatient setting, pediatric psychology at CHOC receives referrals from a wide variety of pediatricians, community partners. Common referral concerns include depression, anxiety, disruptive behavior, attention issues, and learning challenges.
CHOC is a pediatric healthcare system based in Orange County, California. Our system of care includes two state-of-the-art hospitals in Orange and Mission Viejo (388 total beds) and a regional network of primary and specialty care clinics serving over 185,000 children and their families annually. Long Live Childhood, our motto, reflects our commitment to providing excellent family centered care and preserving the magic of childhood. As mental health professionals, we strive to provide comprehensive pediatric mental healthcare. Over the past 8 years, CHOC has significantly expanded its continuum of mental health services and programming. We offer inpatient psychiatric hospitalization, intensive outpatient programs, emergency mental health services, a multi-disciplinary autism center, outpatient therapy, services in schools, integrated primary care, medication management, and wraparound programming for underserved patients with acute and chronic illness. All mental health programs are well integrated within the healthcare system and offer opportunities for collaboration and clinical research across programs and disciplines. Go to: Pediatric Mental Health Services – Children’s Health Orange County (choc.org) for more information.
Candidates at all levels of experience will be considered. Candidates with knowledge and experience in school- or community-based psychology are preferred. CHOC has a well-established training program, and the positions include opportunities to teach and supervise in our APA accredited doctoral internship, postdoctoral fellowship, and pre-doctoral practicum programs. Positions also include opportunities to be involved in clinical research projects.
Completion of an APA-accredited doctoral program (clinical, counseling, or school) and an APA-accredited internship are required. Candidates who have completed a postdoctoral fellowship in pediatric psychology or in a medical setting are strongly preferred. Candidates must be licensed or license eligible in the State of California.
CHOC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We take pride in hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and offer many benefits to support growth and development including, but not limited to: full medical staff membership, mentoring program for new hires (including training/mentoring for those providing services in Spanish), opportunities for advancement via our clinical ladder, support and financial compensation for board certification, tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 annually for completed certifications, a yearly stipend for education/training, and an employer contributed 403B retirement plan. Orange County is rich with multi-cultural communities and provides easy access to beautiful beaches, mountains, cultural attractions, and theme parks, as well as excellent local schools/educational opportunities. Go to: https://www.travelcostamesa.com/visittheoc/ to learn more about the area.
Candidates from minority and diverse cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply; salary and benefits are competitive. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Please send a letter of interest, CV, and three references to: Heather Huszti, Ph.D., Chief Psychologist, Pediatric Psychology, Children’s Health of Orange County at hhuszti@choc.org. Please contact Heather Huszti at hhuszt@choc.org with any questions. Electronic submission of the application is preferred. Join our team and you too can become a CHOC “Defender of Childhood.”