EDUCATION:
? Master’s Degree or higher in Psychology, Social Work, or directly related field.
? Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university with emphasis in psychology, organizational
business management or behavioral analysis, preferred.
? Licensed Psychologist/Psychiarist in the State of California.
EXPERIENCE:
? 5+ Years of experience in the field of behavioral health.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
? Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
? Clinical expertise in crisis intervention, skill in working with the dual diagnosed (specifically developmental
disability and mental health) population, and with individuals undergoing acute episodes of psychiatric
distress; skill in diagnosis and assessment.
? Demonstrated ability to build effective business relationships and resolve conflicts.
? Demonstrated leadership, change management, team building, and time management skills.
? Ability to effectively develop, lead and manage staff and operational programs that strategically support the
business needs of the ESSC and provide quality services to its consumers.
? Excellent writing and verbal communication skills; well organized and attentive to details. Excellent advocacy
skills and ability to conduct program presentations.
? Excellent initiative and flexibility in handling varying demands of the job and strong interpersonal and
supervisory skills.
? Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
? Computer proficiency, especially Microsoft teams. 6. Demonstrate capacity to work with culturally diverse,
low-income populations.
? Strong interest and commitment to working in multi-cultural settings
? Able to obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and
Federal Bureau of Investigation per Easterseals Southern California and/or program requirements.
? Ability to travel throughout Southern California with reliable transportation, maintain driving record in
compliance with Transportation Safety Standards; must have and maintain proper auto insurance and
vehicle registration.
? Ability to pass post-offer medical examination.
? Must pass all drug testing required by ESS