Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapist

About Cambridge Biotherapies

Cambridge Biotherapies, founded in 2016 by Daniel A. Brenner, M.D., was born out of a desire to help people who have tried traditional psychiatric treatments, such as medication and psychotherapy, with limited success.

We are a private treatment center committed to providing a uniquely warm, compassionate, welcoming, and comfortable environment. We are careful and thorough, and honor the dignity of every human being we work with, regardless of their background, circumstances, or identity. We maintain exemplary medical standards and incorporate developments from the most current research in a never-ending quest to improve our outcomes. All of our clinicians are highly skilled, carefully selected, have specialized training, and bring years of dedicated experience to their practice.

Job Title: Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapist (Per Diem)

We are looking for a compassionate, collaborative KAP therapist for our Amherst location.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct individual and group psychotherapy sessions using evidence-based ketamine-assisted therapy techniques that are tailored to each patient's unique needs and conditions.
• Collaborate with the treatment team, including the infusion nurse, to develop comprehensive treatment plans that integrate ketamine-assisted psychotherapy with other clinical approaches.
• Document patient progress and treatment goals in accordance with clinic policies and procedures, and communicate with patients' referring providers as needed.
• Adhere to ethical and legal standards of professional practice, including HIPAA regulations.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and clinical expertise, and stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
• Attend team meetings and participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to further your clinical expertise.

Requirements

Requirements:

• Must be an opt out provider with Medicare and Medicaid.

• Master's degree or higher in counseling, social work, psychology or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Current Massachusetts state licensure or certification as a mental health professional.
• Understanding of ethical and legal standards of professional practice, including HIPAA regulations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to work per diem, with flexibility in scheduling to meet patient needs. (Note: As patient demand increases over time, there is the possibility to explore regular part time or full time hours).

Preferred:

• Knowledge of and experience with evidence-based ketamine-assisted therapy techniques, including psychedelic integration therapy
• At least 2 years of experience conducting psychotherapy sessions, including patients with complex or treatment-resistant mental health conditions.
• Familiarity with the risks and benefits of ketamine administration, as well as the clinical guidelines for the use of ketamine in mental health treatment.