Eating Disorders Therapist

Req#: R9563
Category(s): Behavioral Health, Social Worker
Full Time / Part Time: Full-Time
Shift: First

Baystate Health is seeking a Full-time Eating Disorders Therapist

• Licensed or Eligible to apply: LICSW, LMHC, or LMFT active in the State of Massachusetts (LCSW also considered)

This specialist position in the Child Behavioral Health department will emphasize collaboration with the multi-disciplinary Adolescent Medicine Eating Disorders Clinic. The primary responsibility will be outpatient assessment and treatment of eating disorders. The primary treatment modality in the clinic is Family Based Treatment, but a range of therapeutic approaches may be used. Training and certification in the FBT approach will be provided. We take pride in our multidisciplinary team approach to clinical care, which encourages the sharing of perspectives and input both within our clinic, across departments, and with our community partners while working together on challenging cases. In this position, experience providing evidence-based treatment to children and adolescents is required.

In addition, this position offers the opportunity for a voluntary academic appointment with UMass Medical School-Baystate. Our department is strongly rooted in a creative, academic environment that emphasizes evidence-based practice and is highly engaging for clinicians.

Additional responsibilities will include:

• Possess master’s or doctoral level knowledge of eating disorders and their treatment, developmental stages, child and adolescent mental health diagnoses, current treatment modalities, ethical guidelines, and therapeutic processes.
• Participate in teaching opportunities, including potential supervision of graduate practicum students, as well as teaching medical students, psychiatry residents, and child psychiatry fellows.
• Provide culturally sensitive treatment to clients.
• Provide a safe environment.
• Demonstrate accountability for personal and professional growth.

What You Will Need:

• Masters Degree
• Licensed or Eligible to apply: LICSW, LMHC, or LMFT active in the State of Massachusetts. (LCSW also considered)

Required Work Experience: 

Minimum one-year clinical experience in a healthcare or social services setting.  Equivalent experience in a Master’s level internship setting may be considered.

What You Need To Know:

Full-time / 40 hours

Location: Springfield, MA

Organization and Area Information

Baystate Health is a not-for-profit integrated health system headquartered in Springfield, MA and serving Western Massachusetts and the greater Hartford-Springfield region. The system is one of Massachusetts’ largest employers, with four hospitals, over 80 medical practices, and more than 12,000 employees. Baystate Medical Center is located in the Pioneer Valley, a geographically and culturally diverse area of Western Massachusetts, spanning three counties that range in character from highly urbanized (Hampden), to primarily rural (Franklin), to a vibrant college town atmosphere (Hampshire). The area includes easy access to nature, including small mountain ranges and the Connecticut River that flows through the region; multiple museums and historical sites; a variety of arts & cultural events; and abundant recreational opportunities. In addition, the Pioneer Valley area is only a short distance to nearby big city attractions, including Boston (less than two hours by car) and New York City (three hours by car).

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

To apply: https://baystatehealthjobs.com/job/eating-disorders-therapist-r9563/

For additional information, please contact: Peter Thunfors, Ph.D. at 413-794-7366 or at Peter.Thunfors@baystatehealth.org OR Recruiter at (413) 237-8070, melanie.bischoff@baystatehealth.org

You Belong At Baystate

At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. It makes us not just an organization, but also a community where you belong. It is how we advance the care and enhance the lives of all people.

DIVERSE TEAMS. DIVERSE PATIENTS. DIVERSE LOCATIONS.

Education:

Master of Science: Social Work (Required)

Certifications:

Independent licensure: LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker); In some work settings, LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) and LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) may be permissible – Independent licensure: LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker); In some work settings, LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) and LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) may be permissible

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