In-Home Therapist for Eating Disorders & ASD/ID

Monte Nido Walden; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement

Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and

Short-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid time off

Professional development

And many more!

Job summary

Walden Behavioral Care’s DDS Program in Massachusetts seeks a licensed Therapist to provide in-person therapy to individuals served by DDS. The role travels to clients' homes or group homes to support those with ASD, PDD, ID, and other neurodevelopmental conditions who have disordered eating.

Work with a Registered Dietitian and an interdisciplinary team to address mental health and nutritional needs using CBT, DBT, trauma‑informed care, and exposure therapies.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
• Active Massachusetts state license (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, BCBA, or equivalent).
• Experience working with individuals with ASD, PDD, ID, and other developmental disorders.
• Experience or knowledge in treating eating disorders, especially in neurodivergent populations.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly to client locations across Massachusetts.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience with community-based or in-home therapy preferred.
• Training in CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis), or exposure therapy for eating disorders preferred.
• Experience leading family and caregiver education sessions on behavioral and nutritional strategies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Travel to various client locations throughout Massachusetts to provide individualized therapy services.
• Work with individuals diagnosed with ASD, PDD, ID, and other developmental disabilities, all of whom have disordered eating or an eating disorder.
• Conduct assessments and develop behavioral, emotional, and coping strategies to address mental health challenges, eating behaviors, and food-related anxieties.
• Implement evidence-based interventions such as CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, and exposure-based therapies tailored to individuals with developmental disabilities and eating disorders.
• Collaborate closely with a Registered Dietitian to develop treatment plans that integrate both psychological and nutritional support.
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences to align treatment goals with the client's overall care plan.
• Offer training sessions for caregivers and staff to improve understanding of eating disorders and behavioral interventions.
• Maintain detailed medical documentation of clinical sessions and team meetings.
• Stay informed on best practices, new research, and policy updates affecting individuals with developmental disabilities and eating disorders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Travel willingness

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field

Tools

CBT

DBT

ABA

Exposure therapy

Job description

Walden Behavioral Care’s DDS Program in Massachusetts seeks a licensed Therapist to provide in-person therapy to individuals served by DDS. The role travels to clients' homes or group homes to support those with ASD, PDD, ID, and other neurodevelopmental conditions who have disordered eating.

Work with a Registered Dietitian and an interdisciplinary team to address mental health and nutritional needs using CBT, DBT, trauma‑informed care, and exposure therapies.