Therapist- eating disorders and developmental disabilities program
Location
field, Westborough, MA, United States
Salary
$67k – $110k/yr
Commitment
Full Time
Level
Junior (<2 years)
Required skills
Job Description
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Therapist - Eating Disorders and Developmental Disabilities Program
Walden Behavioral Care is one of the only rapidly-growing, leading national specialty healthcare systems dedicated to serving all genders and offering the full continuum of care for people with all types of eating disorders. We currently have 14-locations on the East Coast in Connecticut, Massachusetts and Georgia. Over the past 15 years, utilizing our state-of-the art evidence based, personalized approach to care, we have helped over 20000 people on their road to recovery. Headquartered in Massachusetts we have over 450 employees who are dedicated to helping people with eating disorders get the help they need and deserve. Learn more at www.waldenbehavioralcare.com or www.waldeneatingdisorders.com.
Monte Nido Walden’s DDS Program in Massachusetts is seeking a licensed Therapist to provide in-person therapy services to individuals under the Department of Developmental Services (DDS). This role involves traveling to clients' homes or group homes to provide therapeutic support for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD), Intellectual Disabilities (ID), and other neurodevelopmental conditions.
All clients in this program will have disordered eating or a diagnosed eating disorder, including but not limited to:
- Binge Eating Disorder (BED)
- Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
- Anorexia Nervosa (AN)
- Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder (OSFED)
The therapist will work closely with a Registered Dietitian and an interdisciplinary team to address both the mental health and nutritional needs of clients, ensuring comprehensive and effective treatment.
This is a FT 30h/week position with benefits.
Pay: $67000.00-$110000.00 depending on license and experience
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Discover a rewarding career with us and enjoy an array of comprehensive benefits! We prioritize your success and well-being, providing:
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage (Benefits At a Glance)
- Retirement
- Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and short-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid time off
- Professional development
- And many more!
At Walden we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, where we celebrate our employees, our patients and the communities we work with. In recruiting for our team we welcome the unique contributions only you can bring in terms of your education, culture, opinions, experience and background. Join us and find out how you can make a difference today.
Responsibilities Include:
- Travel to various client locations throughout Massachusetts to provide individualized therapy services.
- Work with individuals diagnosed with ASD, PDD, ID, and other developmental disabilities, all of whom have disordered eating or an eating disorder.
- Conduct assessments and develop behavioral, emotional, and coping strategies to address mental health challenges, eating behaviors, and food-related anxieties.
- Implement evidence-based interventions such as CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, and exposure-based therapies tailored to individuals with developmental disabilities and eating disorders.
- Collaborate closely with a Registered Dietitian to develop treatment plans that integrate both psychological and nutritional support.
- Participate in team meetings, case conferences to align treatment goals with the client's overall care plan.
- Offer training sessions for caregivers and staff to improve understanding of eating disorders and behavioral interventions.
- Maintain detailed medical documentation of clinical sessions and team meetings.
- Stay informed on best practices, new research, and policy updates affecting individuals with developmental disabilities and eating disorders.
Qualifications:
- Master’s in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
- Active Massachusetts state license (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, BCBA, or equivalent)- independent license preferred.
- Experience working with individuals with ASD, PDD, ID, and other developmental disorders.
- Experience or knowledge in treating eating disorders, especially in neurodivergent populations.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work with clients, families, and professional teams.
- Willingness and ability to travel regularly to client locations across Massachusetts.
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience with community-based or in-home therapy preferred.
- Training in CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis), or exposure therapy for eating disorders preferred.
- Experience leading family and caregiver education sessions on behavioral and nutritional strategies preferred.
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