Post-Doctoral Fellow – Behavioral Health

We are currently seeking a Post-Doctoral Fellow in Behavioral Health to join our Arlington site. This fellowship offers a robust clinical training experience within an integrated primary care and behavioral health setting, emphasizing direct patient care, supervision, program development, and quality improvement.

Job Summary

The Post-Doctoral Fellow provides behavioral health services to patients at JPCHC, including individual psychotherapy, group therapy, and psychological assessment. The Fellow works full-time on site and participates in a comprehensive training experience under the supervision of a licensed Health Service Provider in Psychology (HSPP).

In addition to clinical care, the Fellow contributes to supervision of practicum-level trainees, staff education, organizational consultation, and quality improvement initiatives. This role is designed to support professional growth while advancing JPCHC’s mission of integrated, community-based care.

Job Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

Clinical & Professional Services

Provide behavioral health services including individual therapy, group therapy, and assessment.

Maintain full-time, on-site clinical coverage at the assigned practice location.

Participate in integrated care delivery alongside primary care and behavioral health teams.

Respond appropriately to patient needs, care transitions, and referrals.

Supervision & Training

Provide supervision and consultation to behavioral health practicum students under the direction of an HSPP supervisor.

Prepare and present 2–3 didactic trainings annually for trainees or JPCHC staff on topics related to behavioral health, integrated care, and patient services.

Offer consultation to trainees on therapy approaches, assessment, and patient care topics.

Program Development & Organizational Consultation

Design and implement an organizational consultation project with guidance from the HSPP supervisor and Practice Manager.

Assist in educating clinic staff on behavioral health services and integrated care practices.

Support the development and implementation of clinical pathways, quality assurance, utilization review, and quality improvement initiatives.

Administrative & Collaborative Responsibilities

Participate in weekly individual supervision with the assigned HSPP supervisor.

Comply with all licensing, regulatory, accreditation, and JPCHC policies and procedures.

Assist with coordination of behavioral health services and maintain effective collaboration with internal and external referral partners.

Participate in patient satisfaction surveys, quality monitoring activities, and Medical Staff meetings as requested.

Support recruitment and onboarding of future Post-Doctoral Fellows.

Participate in managed care and payer programs designated by JPCHC, including Medicare and Medicaid.

Perform additional administrative and professional duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Required Education & Training

Doctoral degree in Psychology from an APA-accredited or equivalent program.

Eligibility for Post-Doctoral Fellowship hours toward licensure.

Ability to practice under supervision of a licensed HSPP.

Preferred Experience & Skills

Experience providing psychotherapy and assessment services in outpatient or integrated care settings.

Interest in community health, underserved populations, and integrated behavioral health.

Strong communication, organizational, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.

Commitment to quality improvement, ethical practice, and professional development.