Remote Psychologist (PSYPACT) Family First Adolescent Services

Licensed Psychologist (PSYPACT) — Virtual Adolescent IOP (Ages 12–18) Family First Adolescent Services | Remote | Part-time to Full-time (W2/1099 options) We’re growing! Family First Adolescent Services is excited to expand our virtual services alongside our established in-person PHP and residential programs . Founded in 2014, we take a sophisticated approach to supporting adolescents through a relational and developmental lens of curiosity and compassion, pairing warmth and attunement with high clinical standards. We’re seeking a PSYPACT-authorized Licensed Psychologist to provide high-quality, evidence-based care to teens and families in our Virtual Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) . __________________________________________________________________ About the Program (Virtual Adolescent IOP) A PSYPACT-licensed psychologist provides virtual adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) services, offering high-quality, evidence-based mental health care for teens (typically ages 12–18) . Sessions are delivered via secure video conferencing and include group therapy, individual therapy, and family therapy . Program key components include: Structure: Typically programming runs a minimum of 6 weeks, up to 12 weeks, 3 hours/day, 3-4 days/week , 3:30 - 6:30 pm (program schedules vary). Target population: Adolescents experiencing acute mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression (and related concerns). Therapeutic approach: Skill-building that may include coping skills, emotional regulation, mindfulness, and distress tolerance through group and individual therapy. Family involvement: Engagement varies, with family sessions 1-2x monthly and ongoing updates. Family is offered support groups from organization. About the Role You will be a core clinician in our Virtual IOP treatment team, delivering groups, individual therapy, and family therapy with a consistent weekly schedule. Required recurring schedule: Group facilitation: 4 days/week, 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM (Eastern time zone) Additional hours for individual sessions , monthly family therapy , treatment planning, and documentation will be scheduled outside of group time. What You’ll Do Facilitate virtual adolescent IOP groups (4 afternoons/week, 3:30–6:30 PM ) using evidence-based, developmentally attuned methods Provide individual therapy sessions for adolescent clients (telehealth) Provide 1 - 2 x monthly family therapy sessions (telehealth), supporting attachment, communication, and systemic change Coordinate with psychiatry and the multidisciplinary team to support integrated care Complete timely clinical documentation and maintain compliance with telehealth and ethical standards Contribute to a culture of compassion, accountability, and clinical excellence Who You Are You’re a psychologist who: Enjoys working with adolescents and understands how development, relationships, and nervous system patterns shape behavior Can hold structure and warmth in group settings Brings a relational stance—curious, non-shaming, and grounded Is confident providing care via telehealth with strong presence and clinical judgment Values teamwork, communication, and consistent follow-through Required Qualifications Doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) from an APA-accredited or equivalent program Active, unrestricted psychologist license in a U.S. state/jurisdiction PSYPACT eligibility required: must hold an active PSYPACT Authorization to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT) or be eligible and willing to obtain it promptly Typically includes licensure in a PSYPACT member state and meeting PSYPACT requirements (e.g., EPPP, no relevant disciplinary actions) Experience providing psychotherapy to adolescents (group and/or individual preferred) Strong telehealth clinical judgment, risk assessment skills, and documentation habits Preferred Qualifications Prior experience in IOP/PHP , group therapy, or higher-acuity adolescent settings Training/exposure to CBT/DBT, ACT, trauma-informed care , attachment-informed approaches, and family systems work Comfort partnering with caregivers and building strong therapeutic alliances What We Offer Mission-driven work in a growing virtual program, backed by established in-person PHP and residential services Supportive leadership and collaborative clinical culture Opportunity to help shape group curriculum and virtual program growth Competitive compensation (commensurate with experience and availability) How to Apply Submit your resume/CV and a brief cover letter answering: What draws you to virtual adolescent IOP work? What is your current PSYPACT status (APIT active vs eligible/in process)? Are you able to commit to group 4 days/week from 3:30–6:30 PM ? Family First Adolescent Services is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome clinicians of diverse identities and backgrounds and are committed to building an inclusive team.