Psychologist - M.A. jobs in Lowell, MA

Tewksbury Hospital, part of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), is seeking a dynamic and experienced Psychologist V to provide direct clinical psychology services to patients and their families. You will play an essential role in providing direct clinical psychology services to patients and their families, contributing to Treatment Teams and community agencies. You will serve as the Director of the Psychology Department, overseeing assessments and interventions while directing an APA-Accredited Doctoral Psychology Training Program. Your responsibilities include conducting psychological assessments, guardianship evaluations, and developing behavioral treatment plans. Additionally, you will coordinate the supervision and workload of psychology staff and interns, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards and program requirements.

In this dynamic role, you will lead the Rapid Response Team, contributing to behavioral crisis intervention strategies, and participate actively in multidisciplinary treatment teams. As a crucial member of our healthcare community, you will also serve on the hospital's Ethics Committee, providing consultation, clinical supervision, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, including HIPAA. Your expertise in individual and group therapy will help shape our patient care initiatives, reflecting our commitment to holistic wellness and compassionate service delivery. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals facing complex medical and psychological challenges.

Please note that this position works 40 hours per week, Mondy through Friday, days.

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

· Direct the Psychology Department, overseeing staff assessments and interventions.

· Assign clinical activities including neurocognitive assessments, guardianship evaluations, individual and group therapy, and crisis management.

· Review and present credentialing recommendations for psychologists.

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

· Head the Training Committee for the APA-Accredited Doctoral Psychology Internship Program.

· Coordinate intern supervision, workload, and recruitment.

· Conduct assessments for patient decisional capacity and guardianship.

· Supervise staff and interns on guardianship assessments and complete necessary certificates.

· Ensure timely completion of clinical evaluations under supervision.

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

· Provide expertise in individual and group therapy.

· Attend and contribute to staff meetings, clinical committees, and Ethics Committee.

· Provide consultation, clinical supervision, and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Knowledge of general individual and group psychotherapy theory, principles, and practices.

· Familiarity with tests and measurement principles for intelligence, aptitudes, and personality traits.

· Understanding of neuropsychology theories, practices, and techniques.

· Knowledge of mental/emotional disorder types and symptoms.

· Proficiency in psychotherapy principles, practices, and techniques.

· Understanding of motivation and reinforcement techniques.

· Familiarity with interviewing and statistical methods.

· Knowledge of brain and behavior relationships and the appropriate test selection in determining a patient's current level of cognitive functioning (i.e., WAIS-IV, REY, CVLT, Clock Drawing, Trail Making, RBANS, etc).

· Ability to recognize mental/emotional disorder symptoms and assess cognitive functioning in patients with medical illnesses.

· Competence in analyzing neuropsychological data and making recommendations.

· Strong discretion in handling confidential information and preparing statistical reports.

· Proficiency in planning training, working in group situations, and communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

· Ability to interact with distressed individuals, work in multidisciplinary teams, make quick decisions under stress, maintain records accurately, explain laws and regulations, administer and interpret neuropsychological evaluations, supervise staff and interns, and document billable services effectively.

DPH Mission Statement:

The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to prevent illness, injury, and premature death, to assure access to high-quality public health and health care services, and to promote wellness and health equity for all people in the Commonwealth. We envision a Commonwealth in which all people enjoy optimal health. According to comparative analyses, Massachusetts ranks among the healthiest of states, but we still face numerous challenges, including chronic and infectious diseases, substance abuse, violence, preventable hospitalizations, and health disparities.

More information can be found at: www.mass.gov/DPH

About Tewksbury Hospital:

Tewksbury Hospital offers a broad range of services including a physician on site at all times, around-the-clock nursing care, rehabilitation services including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, psychology services, social services, nutritional services, and an on-site dialysis clinic.

Learn more about our important work: https://www.mass.gov/locations/tewksbury-hospital

Pre-Hire Process:

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 about this requisition, please contact Employment and Staffing Customer Service at 1-800510-4122, option 4.

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Qualifications - External

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

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

Applicants must also have at least four years of years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional post-doctoral 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 two years must have included supervision over Post-doctoral Psychologists-in-training and /or Psychological Associates.

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.

Comprehensive Benefits

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.

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Title 101 CMR 23.00 / Vaccination Requirement / Posting Language
*Applies to congregate care and 24/7 facilities

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $97,069.96 - $158,029.30 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Inpatient
• In-person

Experience:

• Psychologist: 4 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• registration as a Psychologist (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Tewksbury, MA 01876: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person