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Overview
Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (WRCH), operated by the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH), is seeking a dedicated
Psychologist II
to provide comprehensive mental health services. Responsibilities include admission assessments, specialized clinical risk assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and psychological testing. You will engage in acute risk assessment and treatment planning on either a continuing care or court evaluation unit. Collaboration with interdisciplinary colleagues is essential, as you will offer consultation and deliver both individual and group therapy. Working under the guidance of Psychologist IVs, your contributions will be integral to the effective delivery of psychology services. As a Psychologist II, you will practice independently, maintain high professional standards, and meet all requirements of the WRCH Professional Staff Organization. The role emphasizes clinical expertise, patient engagement, thorough documentation, and ongoing professional development, with a focus on crisis intervention, relapse prevention, behavior analysis, and therapeutic support to support recovery. WRCH is a newly constructed, state‑of‑the‑art psychiatric hospital located on well‑maintained grounds in the biotech park area of Worcester, adjacent to the UMass medical school and hospital. Role Details/Status
Please Note:
This is an on-site role. Hours are Monday‑Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with Saturdays and Sundays off. Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct admission assessments. Practice individual and group psychotherapy. Facilitate community meetings. Develop treatment planning within a treatment team. Conduct specialized risk assessments for suicide, fire setting, violence, substance abuse, and referrals to IFRA and MI/PSB evaluation teams. Assist treatment teams with understanding and following DMH’s Inpatient Clinical Risk (ICR) policy. Track patients’ forensic statuses and support treatment teams in coordinating assessments to support progression through privilege levels and discharge. Complete crisis and acute risk consultation and psychological testing. Conduct Positive Behavior Support (PBS) patient evaluation and consultation with teams. Supervise upper‑level psychology students (practicum trainees, interns and/or post‑docs). Preferred Qualifications
Proficient in diagnosing and assessing symptoms of mental and emotional disorders, including risk assessments. Skilled in using various assessment techniques, such as interviews, psychological testing, and neuropsychological screening/testing. Able to analyze historical, observational, interview, and test data to draw conclusions and make recommendations. Knowledgeable in the theory, principles, and practices of psychotherapy, including evidence‑based practices. Experienced in applying motivation principles, behavioral analysis, and reinforcement techniques. Adept at general report writing and maintaining accurate, confidential records. Familiar with statistical methods and techniques, including sampling. Effective in communicating, providing consultation, training, and supervision. Capable of making quick, calm decisions in crisis situations involving emotionally or physically stressed individuals. Collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively in group settings and supervise unlicensed staff and trainees. Proficiency with MS Office including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Bilingual or multilingual fluency is preferred given the population served. About Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (WRCH)
Located on over 20 acres in Worcester, Massachusetts, WRCH is part of an integrated network of mental health services providing inpatient care for individuals with serious mental illness and those requiring specialized court‑ordered evaluations. WRCH provides inpatient services to 290 adults and 30 adolescents, including a Deaf Inpatient Mental Health Service program for 10 patients. Learn more about WRCH: Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (WRCH) | Mass.gov DMH Mission Statement
The Department of Mental Health ensures access to services and supports for individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work, and participate in their communities. The department sets standards for effective, culturally competent care to promote recovery, and supports mental health training and research. Pre‑Hire Process
A criminal background check is required prior to hire, as per regulations. For more information, visit mass.gov/hhs/cori. Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified per the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Information provided by the selected candidate may be published on the Commonwealth’s website under the Massachusetts Public Records Law. If you require ADA accommodation, please request the form for reasonable accommodation. Questions and Application
For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Employment & Staffing at 1 (800) 510‑4122, Option 4. First consideration will be given to applicants who apply within the first 14 days. Entrance Requirements
Minimum: Doctorate in Psychology from an APA‑accredited program. See Special Requirements below. Current and valid registration as a Psychologist with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Psychology. Travel may be required based on assignment. A valid Massachusetts driver’s license or equivalent is required for travel. Compensation and Benefits
Salary placement is determined by experience and education in line with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For bargaining unit positions, compensation follows the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Comprehensive benefits are provided as part of the Commonwealth package. Equal Opportunity
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
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Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (WRCH), operated by the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH), is seeking a dedicated
Psychologist II
to provide comprehensive mental health services. Responsibilities include admission assessments, specialized clinical risk assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and psychological testing. You will engage in acute risk assessment and treatment planning on either a continuing care or court evaluation unit. Collaboration with interdisciplinary colleagues is essential, as you will offer consultation and deliver both individual and group therapy. Working under the guidance of Psychologist IVs, your contributions will be integral to the effective delivery of psychology services. As a Psychologist II, you will practice independently, maintain high professional standards, and meet all requirements of the WRCH Professional Staff Organization. The role emphasizes clinical expertise, patient engagement, thorough documentation, and ongoing professional development, with a focus on crisis intervention, relapse prevention, behavior analysis, and therapeutic support to support recovery. WRCH is a newly constructed, state‑of‑the‑art psychiatric hospital located on well‑maintained grounds in the biotech park area of Worcester, adjacent to the UMass medical school and hospital. Role Details/Status
Please Note:
This is an on-site role. Hours are Monday‑Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with Saturdays and Sundays off. Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct admission assessments. Practice individual and group psychotherapy. Facilitate community meetings. Develop treatment planning within a treatment team. Conduct specialized risk assessments for suicide, fire setting, violence, substance abuse, and referrals to IFRA and MI/PSB evaluation teams. Assist treatment teams with understanding and following DMH’s Inpatient Clinical Risk (ICR) policy. Track patients’ forensic statuses and support treatment teams in coordinating assessments to support progression through privilege levels and discharge. Complete crisis and acute risk consultation and psychological testing. Conduct Positive Behavior Support (PBS) patient evaluation and consultation with teams. Supervise upper‑level psychology students (practicum trainees, interns and/or post‑docs). Preferred Qualifications
Proficient in diagnosing and assessing symptoms of mental and emotional disorders, including risk assessments. Skilled in using various assessment techniques, such as interviews, psychological testing, and neuropsychological screening/testing. Able to analyze historical, observational, interview, and test data to draw conclusions and make recommendations. Knowledgeable in the theory, principles, and practices of psychotherapy, including evidence‑based practices. Experienced in applying motivation principles, behavioral analysis, and reinforcement techniques. Adept at general report writing and maintaining accurate, confidential records. Familiar with statistical methods and techniques, including sampling. Effective in communicating, providing consultation, training, and supervision. Capable of making quick, calm decisions in crisis situations involving emotionally or physically stressed individuals. Collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively in group settings and supervise unlicensed staff and trainees. Proficiency with MS Office including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Bilingual or multilingual fluency is preferred given the population served. About Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (WRCH)
Located on over 20 acres in Worcester, Massachusetts, WRCH is part of an integrated network of mental health services providing inpatient care for individuals with serious mental illness and those requiring specialized court‑ordered evaluations. WRCH provides inpatient services to 290 adults and 30 adolescents, including a Deaf Inpatient Mental Health Service program for 10 patients. Learn more about WRCH: Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (WRCH) | Mass.gov DMH Mission Statement
The Department of Mental Health ensures access to services and supports for individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work, and participate in their communities. The department sets standards for effective, culturally competent care to promote recovery, and supports mental health training and research. Pre‑Hire Process
A criminal background check is required prior to hire, as per regulations. For more information, visit mass.gov/hhs/cori. Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified per the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Information provided by the selected candidate may be published on the Commonwealth’s website under the Massachusetts Public Records Law. If you require ADA accommodation, please request the form for reasonable accommodation. Questions and Application
For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Employment & Staffing at 1 (800) 510‑4122, Option 4. First consideration will be given to applicants who apply within the first 14 days. Entrance Requirements
Minimum: Doctorate in Psychology from an APA‑accredited program. See Special Requirements below. Current and valid registration as a Psychologist with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Psychology. Travel may be required based on assignment. A valid Massachusetts driver’s license or equivalent is required for travel. Compensation and Benefits
Salary placement is determined by experience and education in line with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For bargaining unit positions, compensation follows the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Comprehensive benefits are provided as part of the Commonwealth package. Equal Opportunity
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
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