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Staff Psychologist

McLean Hospital
Arlington, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/27/2026
MGB McLean 3East Partial Hospital Program (PHP) is recruiting for a full-time staff psychologist. The McLean 3East PHP is internationally known as a leader in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for adolescents and young adults. The 3East PHP specializes in the treatment of suicidality, self-harm behavior, and emotional dysregulation. As a DBT program housed within a world-class academic medical center, we have access to consultation from leading experts across specialties, allowing for more comprehensive, effective, and robust treatment for patients with complex comorbid conditions. We are a four-week (20-day) program serving young people of all genders aged 14 through early 20s. 3 East programs offer a full-model DBT treatment woven into all aspects of clinical care.

Education
Doctor of Psychology Clinical Psychology required or Doctor of Psychology Child Psychology required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Psychologist [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred

Experience
Experience in consultation with patients and staff, evidence-based practices (e.g., CBT, ERP, DBT, ACT), and clinical intervention with children and/or adolescents, and presenting to large and small audiences 0-1 year preferred and Experience in supervising psychology trainees 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Excellent clinical interviewing and assessment/therapy skills to work with patients and families.
- Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Strong quantitative analytical abilities.
- Ability to recognize medical conditions and refer for appropriate care.
- Proficient in therapeutic techniques.
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
- Ability to prioritize and respond to multiple demands as well as to manage time effectively.



Physical Requirements

  • Standing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Walking Frequently (34-66%)
  • Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
  • Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
  • Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
  • Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
  • Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
  • Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
  • Talking Constantly (67-100%)
  • Hearing Constantly (67-100%)


The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
It is the policy of McLean Hospital to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants for employment and existing employees without regard to their race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable law or regulation.

 

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