Senior Psychotherapist (MSW-LICSW) — Outpatient Care

Tufts Medicine; Malden (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health system in Massachusetts seeks a Psychotherapist III (LICSW) to provide direct clinical services, including evaluations and outpatient therapy. This role focuses on safeguarding patient welfare and requires a Master’s degree and licensure with significant experience in psychotherapy. Candidates will perform assessments, develop treatment plans, and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams to address complex patient needs.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience in outpatient psychotherapy with adult population.
• Experience in brief psychotherapy models (CBT, DBT).
• Skilled in initial diagnostic assessments using DSM-V.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial diagnostic assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Deliver individual, couple/family, and group treatment modalities.
• Manage urgent care requests and crisis interventions.

Skills

Strong mental health generalist skills

Familiarity with psychopharmacology

Good verbal and written communication skills

Excellent critical thinking skills

Ability to handle conflict

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or PhD

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)

Job description

A leading health system in Massachusetts seeks a Psychotherapist III (LICSW) to provide direct clinical services, including evaluations and outpatient therapy. This role focuses on safeguarding patient welfare and requires a Master’s degree and licensure with significant experience in psychotherapy. Candidates will perform assessments, develop treatment plans, and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams to address complex patient needs.