Psychology Postdoctoral Fellow

Position: Psychology Postdoctoral Fellow

Department: Research - Psychiatry

Schedule: Full Time

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

• The Fellow will be expected to maintain accurate records and to document case formulations, assessment results, treatment plans, and progress notes in a timely, concise, and clear manner.

• Provide treatment services and clinical assessment (20 hours / week), including individual and group psychotherapy, affidavit writing, and psychological assessment.

• Attend multidisciplinary team meetings in assigned clinics.

• Actively participate in clinical case consultation meetings.

• Gain clinical expertise in evidence-based practices and culturally responsive care.

• Develop clinical expertise in specialty populations served in assigned clinics.

• Participate in mentored scholarly or research activities, such as serving as a study therapist or assessor, conducting data analysis, co-authoring manuscripts, or submitting for external funding.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• A PhD or PsyD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology by start date.

• Completion of a full-time APA/CPA accredited clinical internship by start date.

• Completion and defense of doctoral dissertation by start date.

EDUCATION:

• Requires Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) by start date.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Extensive knowledge of clinical assessment and psychotherapy 

• Knowledge and skills in trauma-informed care.

• Ability to apply past clinical training in case conceptualization to the needs of individual clients

• Strong track record for commitment to culturally responsive care

• Skills in clinical documentation and timely completion of administrative tasks related to clinical care (e.g., notes, billing).

• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with personnel from various specialties.

• Must demonstrate motivation to contribute strongly to clinical programs as well as to develop personal skills relevant to independent work in a clinical setting.

Compensation Range:

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being. 

NOTE : This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.

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