Staff Psychologist Joint GR and Hill
Apply NowCompany: Mass General Brigham
Location: Cambridge, MA 02139
Description:
Site: The McLean Hospital Corporation
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Staff Psychologist - Gunderson Residence & Trauma Continuum at Hill Center
Location: McLean Hospital
Reports To: Directors of the Gunderson Residence & Trauma Continuum at Hill Center
Qualifications
About McLean Hospital & the Programs
McLean Hospital, the top-ranked psychiatric hospital in the U.S., is seeking a full-time Staff Psychologist to support two specialized programs:
Position Overview
The Staff Psychologist will play a critical role in both programs, managing admissions, providing direct clinical care, and supervising trainees. The psychologist will oversee the inquiry and admissions process, conduct individual and group therapy, facilitate process and dyadic groups, and ensure patients remain on track with their therapeutic goals. Additionally, the psychologist will provide supervision to doctoral candidates and clinical staff, support administrative and program development efforts, and engage in outreach and professional networking to promote visibility for both programs. The role requires close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, social workers, and mental health professionals to ensure integrated, high-quality care.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications & Experience:
Additional Information:
Why Join Us?
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
7 Spruce Avenue
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Staff Psychologist - Gunderson Residence & Trauma Continuum at Hill Center
Location: McLean Hospital
Reports To: Directors of the Gunderson Residence & Trauma Continuum at Hill Center
Qualifications
About McLean Hospital & the Programs
McLean Hospital, the top-ranked psychiatric hospital in the U.S., is seeking a full-time Staff Psychologist to support two specialized programs:
- Trauma Continuum at Hill Center (Belmont Campus) - A Partial Hospital & Outpatient Program serving adults (18+) with trauma-related disorders, including PTSD and dissociative disorders such as Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). The partial hospital service provides structured, group-based treatment, focusing on stabilization, grounding techniques, and trauma-informed interventions. The outpatient service includes individual and group psychotherapy, medication management, and consultation for PTSD and trauma-related dissociative disorders including DID.
- The Gunderson Residence (Cambridge, MA) - A residential treatment program for adult women with personality disorders, offering long-term intensive treatment in a supportive, home-like environment. Utilizing evidence-based approaches, the program helps residents develop emotional regulation, interpersonal skills, and self-awareness, with an emphasis on psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and supportive therapies.
Position Overview
The Staff Psychologist will play a critical role in both programs, managing admissions, providing direct clinical care, and supervising trainees. The psychologist will oversee the inquiry and admissions process, conduct individual and group therapy, facilitate process and dyadic groups, and ensure patients remain on track with their therapeutic goals. Additionally, the psychologist will provide supervision to doctoral candidates and clinical staff, support administrative and program development efforts, and engage in outreach and professional networking to promote visibility for both programs. The role requires close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, social workers, and mental health professionals to ensure integrated, high-quality care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Admissions & Inquiry Management - Oversee the intake process, assess patient suitability, and ensure efficient coordination of admissions.
- Clinical Services - Conduct psychodiagnostic assessments, provide individual and group therapy, and facilitate family therapy sessions at Gunderson.
- Supervision & Training - Provide guidance and oversight to doctoral students and clinical staff, ensuring high-quality training and support.
- Program Development & Marketing - Engage in outreach and networking to strengthen program visibility and referral networks.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration - Work closely with psychiatrists, social workers, and treatment teams to coordinate patient care and treatment plans.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA-accredited program.
- Completion of an APA-accredited internship.
- Licensed or license-eligible as a Psychologist in Massachusetts.
- Experience with trauma-related disorders, personality disorders, and evidence-based treatments (e.g., DBT, CPT, PE, EMDR) is strongly preferred.
- Strong skills in patient assessment, case conceptualization, and group therapy facilitation.
Additional Information:
- Appointment as an Instructor at the Harvard Medical School is commensurate with experience, training, and achievements in addition to teaching activities.
- Position is split between McLean's Belmont Campus & Cambridge site.
- Requires occasional travel for outreach and professional engagement.
- License-eligible staff are expected to obtain their license within one year of hire.
Why Join Us?
- Work at a world-renowned psychiatric hospital with leading clinicians and researchers.
- Gain experience in cutting-edge trauma and personality disorder treatments.
- Engage in teaching, research, and hospital-wide initiatives.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
7 Spruce Avenue
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.