Staff Psychologist

New England Child Life; Arlington (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's McLean Hospital seeks a full-time staff psychologist for the 3East Partial Hospital Program, focusing on DBT for youths aged 14–20. The role emphasizes assessment, therapy, supervision, and collaboration within a world-class academic medical center.

The candidate must hold a Doctor of Psychology in Clinical and in Child psychology, with experience in evidence-based practices and multidisciplinary teamwork. Onsite work location in Boston area.

Qualifications

• Doctoral level psychology degree(s) required.
• Experience in evidence-based practices with children/adolescents (DBT/CBT/ERP/ACT).
• Experience supervising psychology trainees is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessment and evidence-based therapy to youth and families.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a hospital setting.
• Supervise psychology trainees and contribute to program development.

Skills

DBT for adolescents

CBT

ERP

ACT

Clinical interviewing

Education

Doctor of Psychology (Clinical)

Doctor of Psychology (Child)

Job description

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Job Summary

MGB McLean 3East Partial Hospital Program (PHP) is recruiting for a full-time staff psychologist. The McLean 3East PHP is internationally known as a leader in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for adolescents and young adults. The 3East PHP specializes in the treatment of suicidality, self-harm behavior, and emotional dysregulation. As a DBT program housed within a world-class academic medical center, we have access to consultation from leading experts across specialties, allowing for more comprehensive, effective, and robust treatment for patients with complex comorbid conditions. We are a four-week (20-day) program serving young people of all genders aged 14 through early 20s. 3 East programs offer a full-model DBT treatment woven into all aspects of clinical care.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Psychology Clinical Psychology required
• Doctor of Psychology Child Psychology required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

• Psychologist [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred

Experience

• Experience in consultation with patients and staff, evidence-based practices (e.g., CBT, ERP, DBT, ACT), and clinical intervention with children and/or adolescents, and presenting to large and small audiences 0-1 year preferred
• Experience in supervising psychology trainees 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent clinical interviewing and assessment/therapy skills to work with patients and families.
• Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Strong quantitative analytical abilities.
• Ability to recognize medical conditions and refer for appropriate care.
• Proficient in therapeutic techniques.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to prioritize and respond to multiple demands as well as to manage time effectively.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• 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 Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

The salary range for this position is $2,080 to $3,120,000 annually.

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Remote Type Onsite Work Location 6 Claremont Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40

Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America)

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