Clinical Psychologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient Facility in Apple Valley, California

Job description

About the facility

This community-based behavioral health organization is dedicated to improving mental wellness through culturally competent care. The facility provides a range of services including psychiatric evaluations, medication management, individual, couples, family, and group therapy, telehealth options, and Community Health Worker support to assist clients with housing, insurance, and other essential resources. The clinical team draws from evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, and Motivational Interviewing to deliver integrative, patient-centered care.

About the facility location

Apple Valley, California is situated in the High Desert region of Southern California and offers residents a close-knit community with a lower cost of living and access to outdoor recreation. The area includes attractions such as the Victor Valley Museum, Mojave Narrows Regional Park, and Deep Creek Hot Springs. Los Angeles and San Bernardino are within driving distance, as are entertainment destinations such as SeaWorld San Diego and Universal Studios Hollywood.

About the clinician's workday

The clinician is expected to work Monday through Friday on a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week, completing psychological assessments and testing. The position may also include individual and couples therapy sessions. Clinicians trained in trauma-informed care, CBT, or family systems therapy are preferred. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and experience with SimplePractice are considered assets for this role.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 8
• Patient population: All Ages
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: No
• Shift hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases treated: General outpatient mental health population, all ages
• Average length of stay: Not applicable
• Census: Not applicable
• Med checks/follow-up per day: Not applicable
• Initial evaluation time: Variable