Group Therapist

massgeneralbrigham; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham’s McLean Hospital unit in Middleborough seeks a licensed mental health clinician to provide group and individual psychotherapy across inpatient units, residential, and partial hospital programs at 52 Oak St, Middleborough. The role emphasizes evidence-based approaches and collaboration with the Group Therapy Coordinator.

The incumbent participates in teaching, training, and research activities, with a focus on patient care and multi-disciplinary teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Master's degree in a related field is required.
• 1-2 years of group and individual therapy experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide group and/or individual therapy to clients as assigned.
• Assist in assessment, evaluation, and development of the group therapy program.
• Maintain a non-judgmental environment for client processing and insight.
• Document inpatient group forms within established time parameters.
• Offer consultation to clinical teams based on expertise.
• Notify staff of emergent clinical issues during group sessions.
• Contribute to the program's Group Resources Manual and participate in rounds and meetings.

Skills

Group therapy

CBT/ACT/MI/DBT

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Documentation (EMR)

Microsoft Office

Clinical assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Master's Degree in related field

Tools

Epic EMR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Site: The McLean Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

This is a full time, 40/hr a week position. Day shift. Located at 52 Oak St. in Middleborough.

Summary: The incumbent is responsible for providing group psychotherapy on inpatient units, residential, and/or partial hospital programs, along with providing individual therapy, which focuses on the application and acquisition of skills addressed in groups.

Provided groups will fit within the following frameworks: 1) educational, 2) social interaction, 3) community-making. They will work with the specific unit's Inpatient Group Coordinator to facilitate group experiences and support the needs of the identified client population.

Additionally, they are encouraged to participate in other hospital activities, including, as time allows, committees, teaching, training, and research.

Does this position require Patient Care?

Yes

Essential Functions

• Provides group and/or individual therapy to clients as assigned. Interventions should be structured appropriately for the specific clientele being served. Therapist will be responsible for both set-ups before and clean-up after the group occurs.
• Provides support to the Group Therapy Coordinator in the assessment, evaluation, and development of the group therapy program on the unit.
• The therapist provides a non-judgmental environment in which clients can process and verbalize personal insight and awareness of their issues.
• Documents inpatient hospital group forms within established time parameters and in accordance with hospital procedures.
• Provides consultation and evaluation to clinical teams and other units based on specific areas of expertise/training.
• Alerts appropriate staff (e.g., Nurse Director, Medical and/or Clinical Director, Treatment Teams) of emergent clinical issues that occur during group sessions.
• Reviews and contributes to the specified program's Group Resources Manual, which details group descriptions, goals, methods, and resources.
• Follows all established group therapy protocols.
• Maintains contact with other clinical staff and unit leadership through participation in rounds, staff meetings, multi-disciplinary meetings, treatment planning meetings, and other meetings as necessary.
• Reports to identified program lead as appropriate for supervision and performance review.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
• Master's Degree Related Field of Study required

Licenses and Credentials

• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker [LICSW - State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred
• Occupational Therapist [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred
• Counselor [Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor - LADC - State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor [LMHC - State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred
• Psychologist [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred

Experience

• Group and individual therapy experience 1-2 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Candidates should be organized, timely, and possess good interpersonal skills to communicate effectively within a multi-disciplined team.
• Ability to set and maintain appropriate boundaries.
• Experience with empirically supported/validated group therapy skills (i.e., CBT, ACT, MI, DBT) is preferred.
• Familiarity with hospital/partial-hospital or community-based treatment programs.
• Active interest in clinical care issues related to inpatient psychiatric treatment.
• Successful candidates must possess basic computer skills in order to use a variety of electronic systems (including Microsoft Office) to access/maintain personal employment-related data, satisfy required annual training, use job-specific applications, and complete documentation using the electronic medical record (experience with the Epic platform preferred).
• See the departmental competency list if applicable.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarel