Clinical Psychologist for Solomon Fuller Hospital
About The Position
Tufts Medicine is seeking a dedicated Staff Psychologist to join our team at a 60-bed inpatient DMH hospital. You will play a pivotal role in a multidisciplinary team, providing expert psychological services to a diverse patient population with complex needs, including major mental illness, substance use, neurological factors, and forensic involvement. As a member of the clinical team, you will bridge the gap between assessment and recovery, ensuring that every patient receives high-quality, person-centered care through diagnostic testing, risk assessments, therapy, and clinical consultation.
Requirements
- Current and valid registration as a Psychologist by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Psychology. Note: We will consider Post-Doctoral candidates provided licensure is obtained within one year of hire.
- Deep knowledge of psychological theories, social psychology, and the principles of individual psychotherapy.
- Exceptional verbal and written skills for reporting diagnostic findings and coordinating care.
- Strict adherence to HIPAA and state/federal confidentiality laws.
Nice To Haves
- Background in recovery-oriented, person-centered care within an inpatient setting.
- Experience with court-committed forensic evaluation processes.
- Skill in crisis intervention and treating dual-diagnosis (mental illness and substance abuse) populations.
- Bilingual or multilingual fluency is highly valued.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the Staff Psychologist for assigned units, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team (Psychiatry, Social Work, Nursing, and OT) to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Conduct comprehensive psycho-diagnostic and neuropsychological evaluations. This includes risk screenings, cognitive assessments, and interpreting objective/projective testing to guide treatment.
- Provide evidence-based individual, group, and family therapy focused on recovery skills, insight-building, and behavioral change.
- Utilize Behavior Chain Analysis and Positive Behavior Support (PBS) techniques rooted in Cognitive-Behavioral Theory , as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
- Provide high-quality supervision to post-doctoral fellows, doctoral interns, and practicum students. Lead in-service training for staff on psychotherapeutic techniques.
- Act decisively and maintain a calm therapeutic presence during stressful or emergency clinical situations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
