Clinical Psychologist

 Institutional Overview

William James College is in an exciting growth phase at a time when its work is more essential than ever. For 50 years, the College’s talented faculty and staff have been educating professionals to bring mental health treatment skills to businesses and organizations, health care systems, correctional facilities, community mental health centers, schools, and consulting rooms. William James College is committed to educational excellence in applied psychology and developing the next generation of skilled professionals to increase access to behavioral healthcare for all people.  

Position Summary:

William James College is currently seeking a licensed Clinical Psychologist to join our Forensic Services/Juvenile Court Clinic team in Norfolk & Suffolk Counties. The Juvenile Court Clinics (JCCs) are operated as a collaboration between the Administrative Office of the Juvenile Court (AOJC) and the Department of Mental Health (DMH)

The primary location for this position for this position will be the juvenile court clinic in Norfolk County (Dedham and Quincy). The JCCs provide court ordered evaluations of youth and families from diverse racial, ethnic and linguistic backgrounds who often have complex needs and system involvement. This position has less client contact hours than most clinical positions and includes extensive assessment report writing, record review and collateral contact as major duties.

Essential Functions

• Perform court-ordered psychological and diagnostic evaluations for the MA Juvenile Courts in status matters (Child Requiring Assistance), child abuse and neglect cases (Care and Protection), juvenile delinquency and youthful offender cases, and emergency civil commitment evaluations for psychiatric hospitalization or substance use treatment
• Provide testimony on assigned cases to the Juvenile Court
• Consult with judges, probation officers, and attorneys
• Provide consultation and training as may be requested by the Juvenile Court to clinical staff, judges, probation officers, other court personnel and others (e.g. community behavioral health providers, attorneys) 
• Provide supervision to work-study students, trainees, and interns when appropriate
• Provide referrals to court-involved youth and their families for behavioral health services in their communities, and other supports or services as needed. 
• Other duties as assigned by Program Director

Education and Experience

• Doctorate in Psychology (PhD, PsyD, EdD)
• Licensed or license-eligible to practice psychology in MA
• Knowledge and experience working with children, adolescents, and families.
• Strong writing, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Credentialed as a Certified Juvenile Court Clinician (CJCC II) per 104 CMR 33.00 OR eligible to be certified (which is typically met if other job requirements are met). Supervision and training for CJCC certification will be provided at no cost.

Applicants MUST be eligible for employment in the United States without requiring work visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in forensic mental health, forensic and/or psychological assessment
• Bilingual fluency (Spanish/English)

Total Rewards: 

We are excited to present an exceptional compensation and benefits package that prioritizes your well-being! Embrace comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance, complemented by flexible spending accounts. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with company-paid life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and the opportunity to contribute to your retirement. Relish our generous paid time off and seize the exciting professional development opportunities that empower your growth. Join us and experience a rewarding workplace that passionately invests in your future! 

William James College is a not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer 

Application Procedure

To apply, please visit our career center (click here).

Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.

Interested applicants should submit:

• A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
• A curriculum vitae.
• A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)

William James College is an institution and community dedicated to the principles of excellence, fairness, and respect for all individuals. We are committed to strengthening our communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of competencies essential for change agents in an increasingly complex society.