Remote Psychologist (PSYPACT) Family First Adolescent Services

Family First Adolescent Services • Palm Beach Gardens, FL

65d • Remote

About The Position

Family First Adolescent Services is seeking a PSYPACT-licensed psychologist to provide virtual adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) services. This role offers high-quality, evidence-based mental health care for teens (typically ages 12–18) through secure video conferencing, including group therapy, individual therapy, and family therapy. The program typically runs for a minimum of 6 weeks, up to 12 weeks, with sessions 3 hours/day, 3-4 days/week, from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM (program schedules may vary). The target population includes adolescents experiencing acute mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression. The therapeutic approach focuses on skill-building, including coping skills, emotional regulation, mindfulness, and distress tolerance. Family involvement includes 1-2 family sessions per month and ongoing updates, with support groups offered to families.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) from an APA-accredited or equivalent program
• Active, unrestricted psychologist license in a U.S. state/jurisdiction
• PSYPACT eligibility required: must hold an active PSYPACT Authorization to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT) or be eligible and willing to obtain it promptly
• Licensure in a PSYPACT member state and meeting PSYPACT requirements (e.g., EPPP, no relevant disciplinary actions)
• Experience providing psychotherapy to adolescents (group and/or individual preferred)
• Strong telehealth clinical judgment, risk assessment skills, and documentation habits

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in IOP/PHP, group therapy, or higher-acuity adolescent settings
• Training/exposure to CBT/DBT, ACT, trauma-informed care, attachment-informed approaches, and family systems work
• Comfort partnering with caregivers and building strong therapeutic alliances

Responsibilities

• Facilitate virtual adolescent IOP groups (4 afternoons/week, 3:30–6:30 PM) using evidence-based, developmentally attuned methods
• Provide individual therapy sessions for adolescent clients (telehealth)
• Provide 1 - 2 x monthly family therapy sessions (telehealth), supporting attachment, communication, and systemic change
• Coordinate with psychiatry and the multidisciplinary team to support integrated care
• Complete timely clinical documentation and maintain compliance with telehealth and ethical standards
• Contribute to a culture of compassion, accountability, and clinical excellence

Benefits

• Mission-driven work in a growing virtual program, backed by established in-person PHP and residential services
• Supportive leadership and collaborative clinical culture
• Opportunity to help shape group curriculum and virtual program growth
• Competitive compensation (commensurate with experience and availability)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees