Outpatient Therapist Jobs

McLean Hospital is seeking to fill a full-time position for a therapist in Massachusetts outpatient clinics dedicated to the
assessment and treatment of young adults in the early stages of psychosis. The position is for 40 hours per week.
As part of a comprehensive outpatient program, the therapist will perform clinical assessments, individual and group
therapy with patients, family support in both individual and group settings, and case management services. The clinician
will participate in a multidisciplinary team with a flexible, creative approach to addressing the needs of this particular
population. The position includes a reliable and reasonable caseload, regular clinical supervision, and educational and
training opportunities. Additionally, the clinician will interface with a team conducting a research study on clinical service
delivery in early psychosis through regular meetings, but no research background is necessary.
Candidates must be Masters level clinicians in the state of Massachusetts (MSW or higher). Clinical experience working
with young adults and familiarity with treating patients experiencing psychosis is preferred.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain contact with family members as appropriate.
• Collaboratively work within multidisciplinary care team.
• Provide clinical services including psychotherapy, case management, and crisis evaluation.
• Complete documentation and other required paperwork such as treatment plans, progress notes, clinical summaries, and

others in a timely manner in accordance with clinic policies.

• Serve as liaison to other health care professionals both within and outside of the hospital including mental health

practitioners and others (e.g., PCP)

• Collaboratively work with payers and managed care organizations.
• Maintain awareness of medicolegal/risk management issues.
• Participate in program and clinic administrative activities as requested (e.g., staff meetings, hospital committees, etc.).

All McLean team members are expected to consistently demonstrate our values of integrity, compassion, respect,
diversity, teamwork, excellence and innovation in their work activities and interactions.

EDUCATION: Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling (M.A.)
LICENSE: Not required
EXPERIENCE: Some post-degree clinical experience preferred but not required. Clinical experience working with young
adults and familiarity treating patients experiencing psychosis are preferred.
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Clinical skills including psychiatric assessment and treatment planning
• Basic computer skills to use a variety of electronic or online systems for communication and clinical and administrative
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well with young people and their families

purposes

• Active interest in the treatment of psychosis

Technology Statement:
All employees must possess basic computer skills to use a variety of electronic or online systems for communication,
clinical and administrative purposes.