Therapist - Eating Disorders & Developmental Disabilities

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Therapist – DDS Program (Eating Disorders & Developmental Disabilities)
Walden Behavioral Care – Westborough, MA
Full-Time | 30 Hours/Week | Benefits Eligible | #LI-HYBRID

 

Are you passionate about providing therapeutic care to individuals with complex needs—including eating disorders and developmental disabilities? Join Walden Behavioral Care, a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment for eating disorders, as a Therapist in our DDS Program.

About Walden

Monte Nido Walden is a leading national healthcare system specializing in eating disorder treatment across the full continuum of care. With 14 locations across New England, we’ve helped more than 20,000 individuals on their path to recovery. Learn more at waldenbehavioralcare.com and waldeneatingdisorders.com.

About the DDS Program

Monte Nido Walden’s DDS Program provides specialized, in-person therapy services to individuals supported by the Department of Developmental Services (DDS). Our clients are neurodivergent individuals—often with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD), Intellectual Disabilities (ID)—who are also living with disordered eating or diagnosed eating disorders such as:

• Anorexia Nervosa (AN)

• Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)

• Binge Eating Disorder (BED)

• Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder (OSFED)

Total Rewards::

Discover a rewarding career with us and enjoy an array of comprehensive benefits! We prioritize your success and well-being, providing:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage (Benefits At a Glance)
• Retirement
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and short-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid time off
• Professional development
• And many more!

 

At Walden we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, where we celebrate our employees, our patients and the communities we work with. In recruiting for our team we welcome the unique contributions only you can bring in terms of your education, culture, opinions, experience and background. Join us and find out how you can make a difference today.

Responsibilities Include::

What You’ll Do

• • Provide individual therapy 

  • Collaborate closely with a Registered Dietitian and interdisciplinary team.

  • Deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based care that supports both mental health and nutritional recovery.

  • Document sessions and maintain clinical records in compliance with regulatory and agency standards.

Qualifications::

• Master’s in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
• Active Massachusetts state license (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, BCBA, or equivalent)- independent license required.
• Experience working with individuals with ASD, PDD, ID, and other developmental disorders.
• Experience or knowledge in treating eating disorders, especially in neurodivergent populations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work with clients, families, and professional teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly to client locations across Massachusetts.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience with community-based or in-home therapy preferred.
• Training in CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis), or exposure therapy for eating disorders preferred.
• Experience leading family and caregiver education sessions on behavioral and nutritional strategies preferred.

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