Clinical Postdoctoral Fellow - PCIT/SM Track

Description

Clinical Postdoctoral Fellow - PCIT/SM Track

Classification: Employee, Full-Time, Hybrid (up to 20% remote), Salary, Non-Exempt

Term/Hours: 24 months, 40 hours per week

Location: MPG Offices (Upper West Side Office and/or Long Island City) & Remote (WFH)

Salary: $65,000 per annum, distributed in bi-weekly payrolls with increases to $67,500 per annum at 12 months and $70,000 per annum at 18 months.

Pay Frequency: Biweekly

Reports To: Clinical Director of Training & Professional Development

Postdoctoral Fellow Summary

Our 24-month PCIT/SM Postdoctoral Fellowship provides advanced, individualized training in either Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy for Selective Mutism (PCIT-SM). The fellowship is designed to support fellows in progressing toward certification through intensive mentorship, supervised clinical experience, didactic instruction, consultation, and competency-based training within a collaborative multidisciplinary practice.

PCIT-Standard Track

Fellows receive specialized training in the theoretical foundations, evidence base, and clinical application of PCIT while developing advanced competencies in Child-Directed Interaction (CDI) and Parent-Directed Interaction (PDI). Training emphasizes mastery of core PCIT and coaching skills, fidelity to the treatment model, protocol adherence, data-informed clinical decision-making, and maintaining treatment integrity.

Fellows participate in the full continuum of PCIT service delivery, including intake assessment, treatment planning, caregiver coaching, progress monitoring, and evaluation of treatment outcomes. Through direct clinical experience and intensive supervision from PCIT-trained clinicians, fellows develop the competencies necessary to progress toward PCIT certification.

PCIT-SM Track

Fellows receive specialized training in the theoretical foundations, evidence base, and clinical application of PCIT-SM while developing advanced competencies in Child-Directed Interaction (CDI) and Verbal-Directed Interaction (VDI). Training emphasizes advanced caregiver coaching, prompting and reinforcement of verbalizations, exposure-based intervention strategies, development of exposure hierarchies, data-informed clinical decision-making, and application of PCIT-SM strategies across clinic and community settings.

Fellows participate in the full continuum of PCIT-SM service delivery, including intake assessment, treatment planning, caregiver and support-person coaching, progress monitoring, and evaluation of treatment outcomes. Through direct clinical experience and intensive supervision from PCIT-SM-trained clinicians, fellows develop the competencies necessary to progress toward PCIT-SM certification.

Additional Training for Fellows in Both Tracks

In addition to their primary PCIT specialization, fellows receive exposure to additional evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent Management Training (PMT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), as well as opportunities for multidisciplinary consultation and collaboration.

Training is individualized and emphasizes progressive independence through direct clinical experience, mentorship, and ongoing professional development. Fellows receive a minimum of two hours of individual and group supervision each week, satisfying New York State licensure requirements. As a dedicated training site, Manhattan Psychology Group is committed to developing highly competent psychologists through intensive supervision, evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a supportive, growth-oriented learning environment.

Postdoctoral Fellow Responsibilities:

• Complete all required PCIT/PCIT-SM didactic training to develop a strong foundation in the theoretical principles, protocols, and clinical applications of these evidence-based interventions.
• Participate in ongoing PCIT/PCIT-SM consultation meetings to receive continued guidance, case consultation, and support in maintaining treatment fidelity.
• Provide PCIT/PCIT-SM interventions to families seeking treatment for disruptive behaviors/selective mutism, and related behavioral, emotional, and developmental concerns.
• Work toward meeting the clinical and training competencies required for PCIT/ PCIT-SM certification eligibility.
• Conduct comprehensive diagnostic intake evaluations with children, adolescents, young adults, and families.
• Review medical, educational, developmental, and prior treatment records to inform diagnostic impressions and treatment planning.
• Develop evidence-based case conceptualizations, differential diagnoses, and treatment plans
• Provide individual, family, and parent-focused psychotherapy using evidence-based interventions, including, but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent Management Training (PMT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
• Gain exposure to and potential advanced training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), to strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Monitor treatment progress using clinical observation and standardized outcome measures and modify interventions as clinically indicated.
• Consult and collaborate with multidisciplinary providers, schools, physicians, and other community professionals to coordinate care.
• Participate in consultation and screening calls to assist families in identifying appropriate evaluation and treatment services, support intake and case conceptualization, and facilitate appropriate referrals within the practice.
• Partner with pediatric practices, schools, and community organizations through consultation, outreach, educational programming, and innovative initiatives designed to improve access to psychological, neuropsychological, educational, and behavioral health services.
• Demonstrate exceptional organization, professionalism, written communication, and time management while effectively managing multiple clinical demands, including psychological testing and counseling, within a fast-paced multidisciplinary practice.
• Actively participate in individual and group supervision, multidisciplinary case conferences, didactic training, competency-based learning activities, and ongoing professional development while demonstrating a commitment to evidence-based practice, lifelong learning, and clinical excellence.
• Develop foundational competencies in clinical supervision by participating in advanced supervision and mentorship while providing informal supervision and support to psychology interns and externs. Fellows serve as near-peer mentors by assisting trainees with case conceptualization and clinical decision-making under the guidance of licensed psychologists, fostering the supervisory skills expected of future licensed psychologists and neuropsychologists.
• Uphold Manhattan Psychology Group's mission, vision, and core values by providing compassionate, culturally responsive, family-centered care while contributing to a collaborative, innovative, and supportive training environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $65,000 per annum, distributed in bi-weekly payrolls with increases to $67,500 per annum at 12 months and $70,000 per annum at 18 months.
• Health & Welfare Benefits: as per plan documents including medical, dental, vision, and more!
• Retirement Eligibility: participation in 401(k) per plan documents
• Professional Reimbursements: to include annual professional affiliation, professional development, and/or malpractice insurance costs up to $500 per calendar year* (*Please note: In order to receive this reimbursement, you MUST be in good standing with all HR-related documentation.)
• Paid Time Off: Two weeks PTO + 8 Paid Holidays
• Diverse caseload based on patient populations, interventions, and diagnoses
• Supportive and comprehensive individual and group supervision from licensed psychologists with specialties in neuropsychological assessment, CBT, PCIT, SM, and ABA
• Two welcoming offices (Upper West Side & Long Island City) for assignment
• Varying settings for service delivery including clinic based, in-home, telehealth, and school-based services within the 5 boroughs
• Opportunities for professional development and growth, including community workshops, didactics, case presentations, and special projects
• "Growth Mindset” company culture focused on mission, vision, and core values
• Full administrative support from leadership, supervisors, peers, and administrators with referrals, scheduling, billing, and other related tasks

Weekly Schedule (40 hours/week):

Direct clinical services (20 hours/week)

• PCIT/PCIT-SM Services & Additional Psychotherapy: Hybrid fellows spend a minimum of 50% of their clinical time providing direct psychotherapy services. For most fellows, their psychotherapy caseload includes approximately two PCIT/PCIT-SM cases, along with additional individual and family psychotherapy cases to support the development of broad clinical competencies. The specific distribution of cases may be adjusted based on the fellow’s training goals, developmental needs, and the clinical needs of the practice.
• Independent Assessment Caseload: Fellows develop competency in PCIT/PCIT-SM and evidence-based treatments through a combination of direct clinical service and supervision. Clinical responsibilities typically include: Independently managing a psychotherapy caseload of approximately 30 sessions per week.
• Psychotherapy Responsibilities: Psychotherapy responsibilities include all phases of the psychotherapy process, including intake interviews, record review, differential diagnosis, treatment planning and monitoring, and interdisciplinary consultation and collaboration.

Indirect clinical services (20 hours/week)

• Supervision: Individual and group supervision that satisfies New York State licensure requirements.
• PCIT/PCIT-SM Consultation: Ongoing PCIT/PCIT-SM consultation with a certified trainer to receive continued guidance, case consultation, and competency-based feedback to support development of clinical skills and progress toward meeting all certification requirements.
• Clinical Meetings: Department, testing team, multidisciplinary, and case consultation meetings.
• Professional Development: Participation in didactic seminars, journal clubs, case conferences, and other educational programming as both learners and presenters.
• Consultation & Outreach: Consultation calls with families, schools, physicians, attorneys, and community providers, and outreach initiatives with pediatric practices, schools, and community partners.
• Training & Mentorship: Providing informal supervision, mentorship, and clinical support to psychology interns and externs, including informal supervision and guidance across aspects of psychotherapy, assessment, and clinical decision-making while working under the supervision and oversight of licensed psychologists.
• Clinical Coordination: Clinical coordination activities, including consultation and screening calls, triaging referrals, matching families with appropriate services, and supporting multidisciplinary care planning.
• Program Development & Administrative Activities: Participation in quality improvement initiatives, program development, research and educational projects, outreach activities, and other administrative or professional responsibilities assigned by supervisors.

Typical Schedules:

Examples include:

• Three in-person clinical blocks (approx. 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.) dedicated to the delivery of evidence-based psychotherapy and mental health services.
  • In-person clinical blocks are scheduled across two weekdays (approx. 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.) and one weekend day (approx. 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.).
• One hybrid clinical block (approx. 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.) integrating direct mental health service delivery (both in-person and remote counseling cases) with testing intakes and feedback sessions.
• One remote day focused on independent professional activities, including report writing, treatment planning, session preparation, and supervision readiness across all clinical service lines.

Mandatory Orientation:

• Orientation to occur May 11-13, 2027; Participation in all three orientation days is required for trainees with start dates between May and September

Requirements

Postdoctoral Fellow Required Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (Psy.D. or Ph.D.) in Clinical Psychology, School Psychology, or Applied Psychology from an APA- or CPA-accredited program (or equivalent), with eligibility for a New York State Limited Permit.
• Completion of an APA-accredited (or equivalent) doctoral internship with graduate-level coursework and supervised clinical training in psychological and/or neuropsychological assessment, including cognitive assessment, differential diagnosis, and intervention.
• Experience providing evidence-based interventions (e.g., CBT, PCIT, PMT, ERP, or ABA-informed interventions) preferred to support comprehensive case conceptualization, interdisciplinary collaboration, and assessment-informed treatment planning.
• Previous training and exposure to PCIT/PCIT-SM is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated strengths in clinical interviewing, diagnostic formulation, report writing, communicating assessment findings to families, schools, and interdisciplinary providers, and developing evidence-based recommendations.
• Strong organizational, written communication, interpersonal, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple clinical demands, collaborate effectively within a fast-paced multidisciplinary practice, and demonstrate a commitment to evidence-based practice, professional development, culturally responsive care, and family-centered service delivery.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including operating standard office and testing equipment and sitting, standing, walking, and traveling to schools and other clinical settings as needed to conduct evaluations, school observations, meetings, and related clinical activities.

Placement Process:

• Complete the application by:
  • Filling out the online application
  • Submitting a CV
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Cover Letter that explains why you are pursuing a career in the mental health field, how your previous experience and education have prepared you for this postdoctoral fellowship, and what you hope to learn during your fellowship
• Complete a phone screen with our Recruitment & Engagement Specialist
• Virtual Interview with a service line clinician or supervisor
• In-person Interview with Training Director at our Upper West Side Office
• Fellowship placement offer
• Complete onboarding process
• Orientation

This description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the post doctoral fellow occupying this role. Fellows will be required to follow any other role-related instructions and to perform any other role-related duties required by their supervisor. This document provides an overview of the fellowship currently available. It is not an employment contract. MPG reserves the right to modify the fellowship responsibilities or descriptions at any time. Fellowships with MPG is at-will and either party can terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without notice.

About Manhattan Psychology Group:

Manhattan Psychology Group is a multidisciplinary practice committed to providing compassionate, high-quality, wrap-around care to individuals, families, and communities. Our services range from ABA, mental health, psychological testing, and educational support, delivered across clinic, home, school, and telehealth settings. We value collaboration, professional growth, and evidence-based practice, fostering an environment where clinicians are supported and empowered to make meaningful, lasting impact.

Manhattan Psychology Group is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported. We believe diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives strengthens our teams and enhances the care we provide to the communities we serve.

Manhattan Psychology Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Manhattan Psychology Group is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Accommodation requests may be submitted to careers@archealthpartners.com.