Therapist (Cousins Center)

University of California - Los Angeles Health
United States, California, Los Angeles
Apr 11, 2025
Description The Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior is seeking to hire a part-time Therapist to join the Cousins Center for Psychoneuroimmunology. The Center investigates the interactions between the brain and the body and the importance of psychological well-being for both health and recovery from illness. You will support our study on sleep disruption, depression symptoms, and suicide risk. Primary duties include: Assessing eligibility for participation in therapy groups Conducting group based interventions to patients Working with interdisciplinary team to devise and implement group/individual therapy sessions and treatment plans Administering interviews and rating scales Providing treatment plan to pediatric patients Complete required paperwork for assessments and treatment sessions Please note, this is a limited position that may convert to career. Salary range: $34.24/hr - $74.19/hr Qualifications Advanced degree in mental health related field (MSW, MFT, PhD, PsyD) Valid CA License in a behavioral health discipline Knowledge of relevant psychological, medical, and psychiatric terminology Knowledge of administering rating scales and other study related tools Skill in interacting with person of various social and educational backgrounds and age levels Ability to learn and consistently follow program protocols and procedures and monitory quality assurance with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail Skill in working with large research team Skill in working with word processing, excel spreadsheets, and data management programs