Psychologist IV

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Tewksbury Junction (MA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Massachusetts seeks an experienced Clinical Psychologist IV for Tewksbury Hospital to lead psychological services in an inpatient adult medical setting.

You will provide direct psychological care, coordinate DBT-informed and trauma-informed groups, supervise interns, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of individual psychotherapy, clinical psychology, and social psychology.
• Expertise in neuropsychology including test selection and interpretation (WAIS-IV, REY-O, CVLT-II).
• Proficient in motivational techniques, behavioral management, and supervision of staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy for adults 18+ in an inpatient setting.
• Lead and coordinate therapy services including DBT-informed skills groups and substance use groups.
• Supervise interns and supervise psychologists; coordinate clinical work across units.

Skills

Neuropsychology

Test interpretation

Trauma-informed care

Leadership/Supervision

HIPAA compliance

Education

Doctorate in Psychology (APA-accredited)

Tools

WAIS-IV

REY-O

CVLT-II

Job description

An Official website of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Job Description

Description

Tewksbury Hospital, part of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), is seeking an experienced Clinical Psychologist IV to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families in an inpatient adult medical setting. In this role, you will provide direct psychological care, including individual and group therapy to adults ages 18+, while leading and coordinating therapy services such as DBT-informed skills groups, substance use treatment, and process-oriented therapy. As the supervising psychologist for interns, you will play a key role in shaping the next generation of clinicians through comprehensive training and mentorship. Your contributions as a consultant to multidisciplinary teams will help enhance patient care and foster a collaborative treatment environment.

This position offers the opportunity to serve as a leader in psychological services, coordinating referrals, behavioral crisis management, and trauma-informed interventions. You will also engage in program development, staff education, and hospital-wide initiatives to promote best practices in rehabilitation psychology. If you are passionate about advancing clinical excellence and committed to holistic, patient-centered care, this role is a dynamic platform to make a difference in a supportive, multidisciplinary setting.

Please Note:

This is a full time 40Hour positions. Schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm with Saturdays and Sundays off

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

Provide individual, couples, family, group expressive, milieu and recreational therapy and staff monitoring and escort for adult patients age 18+.

Provide behavioral management interventions, training, and supervision to the staff of these units and programs in order to implement treatment interventions for adult patients age 18+.

Assign and track the clinical work (e.g., individual and group therapy; psychodiagnostic assessments) to the clinicians in the psychology department.

Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams on individual evaluations, group treatment work and family interventions.

Coordinate various group therapy services including but not limited to DBT informed skills group, substance abuse groups, process-oriented groups, and psychological referral services.

Provide guidance for trauma informed response to critical incidents on units.

Conduct training programs for staff, students, public and professionals.

Participate in interviewing, screening and hiring of psychologists and other clinical professional and clinical direct-care staff.

Participate in staff and hospital-wide meetings.

Participate in the Rapid Response Team, a behavioral crisis intervention designed to de-escalate patient interactions and prevent Help Calls.

Prepare and maintain clinical, programmatic and administrative reports and records.

Participate in multidisciplinary team plans for evaluation, treatment and discharge for patients.

Supervise and evaluate the therapeutic work and research performed by others.

Required Qualifications:

Extensive knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices of individual psychotherapy, clinical psychology, and social psychology.

Expertise in neuropsychology, including brain-behavior relationships and appropriate test selection (e.g., WAIS-IV, REY-O, CVLT-II).

Proficient in motivational and reinforcement techniques and behavioral management/therapy theory.

Understanding of fundamental problems and mental disorders, with the ability to recognize symptoms in patients aged 19+.

Ability to integrate and interpret psychological test results and make appropriate recommendations.

Proficient in supervising and coordinating the activities of professional psychologists and maintaining effective working relationships.

Strong communication skills for providing clear verbal and written instructions.

Ability to make decisions, act quickly, and remain calm in stressful or emergency situations.

• Knowledge of and compliance with HIPAA regulations and other applicable state and federal laws regarding patient privacy and confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience providing individual and/or group therapy in inpatient medical settings.

Proven ability to thrive on a multidisciplinary team.

Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards, and guidelines governing assigned activities.

DPH Mission and Vision:

The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to promote and protect health and wellness and prevent injury and illness for all people, prioritizing racial equity in health by improving equitable access to quality public health and health care services and partnering with communities most impacted by health inequities and structural racism.

We envision a Commonwealth with an equitable and just public health system that supports optimal well-being for all people in Massachusetts, centering those with systemically and culturally oppressed identities and circumstances.

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122 Ext. #4.

Qualifications

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements:

Applicants must have a Doctorate in Psychology from school accredited by the American Psychological Association.

Applicants must also have at least three years of years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience as a Licensed Psychologist in the application of psychological principles and techniques in a recognized agency providing psychological services or treatment, of which (B) at least one year must have included supervision over Post-doctoral Psychologists-in-training and/or Psychological Assistants.

Special Requirements:

Current and valid registration as a Psychologist by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Psychology.

Based on assignment, must meet the eligibility requirements for Designated Forensic Psychologist in 104 CMR 33.04(3)(b).

Based on assignment, travel may be required. Those employees who elect to use a motor vehicle for travel must have a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's license or the equivalent from another state.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Title 101 CMR 23.00 ("Regulation") requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Official Title : Psychologist IV

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Tewksbury-365 East Street

Job

Medical Services

Agency

Department of Public Health

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Aug 24, 2026, 1:37:12 PM

Number of Openings

1

Salary

108,855.76 - 181,646.92 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Sandra Semedo: [e-mail] - 8573197225

Bargaining Unit : 07-MNA - Professional Health Care

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : No