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Newton-Wellesley Eating Disorders and Behavioral Medicine is seeking a Massachusetts licensed psychotherapist (PhD/PsyD/LICSW), for a halftime (fulltime possible) post in their Brookline and Newton offices. The successful
candidate for this position will have expertise in one or more of the
following areas: psychotherapy and case management of eating
disordered patients, CBT, cognitive therapy, DBT, and/or behavioral medicine. Expertise includes some well supervised clinical experience in the treatment modality or clinical area indicated. Ample collegial contact and individual/group supervision are provided to develop new clinical skills.

The clinical team is composed of eight psychologists, three psychiatrists, three social workers, and two registered dieticians. Services include consultation to patients, families and health care professionals; individual, group and family treatment; psychiatric evaluation and psychopharmacologic treatment as well as nutritional counseling, case management and treatment coordination.

Please forward resume and cover letter (hardcopy only), to:

Newton-Wellesley Eating Disorders & Behavioral Medicine
1101 Beacon Street, Suite 8 East, Brookline, MA 02446
10 Langley Road, Newton Centre, MA 02459

For further information see the NWEDBMED website or contact Perry Belfer, Ph.D. (perry_belfer@hms.harvard.edu).

Newton-Wellesley Eating Disorders and Behavioral Medicine is in the process of expanding its clinical staff with the following positions:

PSYCHOTHERAPISTS (Ph.D., Psy.D., Ed.D. or LICSW): NWEDBMED seeks two Massachusetts licensed clinicians, either psychologists or social workers (Ph.D., Psy.D., Ed.D. or LICSW), for one full time and one half-time position in our Newton-Wellesley Hospital and Brookline offices. The successful candidates for these positions will have expertise in one or more of the following areas: psychotherapy and case management of eating disordered patients, CBT, DBT, behavioral medicine. Eating disorders treatment experience is preferred. Ample collegial contact and individual/group supervision are provided to develop new clinical skills. Some evening or weekend hours required.

The Renfrew Center of Philadelphia has an immediate opening for a full-time Director of Research.
Responsibilities for this position include:
• Use research data and tools to interface with and enhance clinical process/procedures
• Collaborate on a recently-funded NIMH grant to study the application of CBT procedures to The Renfrew Center’s Intensive Outpatient Program

Isham House (Northampton, UK) are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic RMN (E Grade, full or part time) to assist in the provision of comprehensive treatment programmes within our Eating Disorders Unit. Salary Range will be £19,395 - £23,312 plus £550 p.a. allowance.

The successful applicant will demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, an ability to work closely with other multidisciplinary team members and to undertake the role of care co-ordinator to individual patients. Experience of working within this clinical area is not essential, but a commitment to professional and personal development is required. There are considerable opportunities for further training and the development of additional skills.

Employee benefits include contributory pension scheme, subsidised staff meals, life assurance cover, and access to excellent sports facilities whilst working within a very pleasant environment.

For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Sue Mellem on 01604 616100.
Application packs are available from Liz Mudge on 01604 616184, or email lizmudge@cygnethealth.co.uk.

Closing date for applications is 7th April 2005.

Two positions are available at facilities within Counseling on Grand in Burnsville, MN. The first involves specific work with eating disordered individuals. Both require a person who is able to function autonomously and as part of a team. Both positions also provide numerous opportunities for case consultation, professional support and program development exist.

Bushman Psychological Services, LLC seeks a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience and interest in working with adolescents and adults presenting with eating disorders. Applicant would be interested in providing individual, family and/or group therapy. Program development opportunities are also available. Applicant may balance his/her caseload with clients
presenting with other issues of interest to him/her. Opportunities to work with a DBT based program also exist. Bushman Psychological Services, LLC is an outpatient mental health private practice facility with a special focus on treating eating disorders.

Patricia Verby Psychological Services seeks a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience and interest in working with adolescents and adults presenting with self-injurious behaviors and other symptoms related to Borderline Personality Disorder. Applicant would be interested in providing individual, group therapy and family support services. Program development opportunities are available. Applicant may balance his or her caseload with clients presenting with other issues of interest to him or her. There is the opportunity to work with individuals presenting with eating disorders.

Patricia Verby Psychological Services INC is an outpatient mental health private practice facility, which has a special focus on treating individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder and related issues. This practice has a DBT focus.

Applicants may mail, email, or fax resumes/vitas to:
Bushman Psychological Services, LLC 14569 Grand Avenue South, Suite 200,
Burnsville, MN 55306; Kimbushman@frontiernet.net; Fax # (952) 898-5858.

Patricia Verby Psychological Services 14569 Grand Avenue South, Suite 200,
Burnsville, MN 55306; pverby_cog@frontiernet.net ; Fax # (952) 898-5858.

The University of Minnesota invite applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Adolescent Psychology to begin Sept 2005. Clinical work focuses on adolescent eating disorders and obesity, as well as other concomitant mental health disorders including anxiety, depression, chronic illnesses, & family problems. The position is 50-60% clinical with the remainder split between seminars & research experiences. Fellowships are one to two years. Stipend is $36,400 + benefits. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or Psy.D. Application deadline is Feb 15, 2005

For further information, contact Dr. Kerri Boutelle on 612-626-2633; boutelle@umn.edu
Division of General Pediatrics & Adolescent Health, 160 McNamara Ctr, 200 Oak St SE, Minneapolis MN 55455.

The University of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educator and specifically encourages the application of women and minorities.

New Dawn Recovery Center seeks Clinical Director for our Residential Eating Disorders Program in the Sacramento, CA area. Licensure as a clinical psychologist and two years of experience working with patients with Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa required. At least one year of experience working in a residential or inpatient eating disorders setting preferred. Responsibilities include: hiring and supervising a multidisciplinary team, developing treatment program, conducting diagnostic evaluations, and providing individual, group, family and couples psychotherapy.

The Department of Psychiatry at Michigan State University is recruiting a faculty member for a tenure track position in eating disorders/obesity. Candidates should hold an MD, DO and/or PhD degree. The Department of Psychiatry is a joint department of the College of Human Medicine and the College of Osteopathic Medicine at Michigan State University. Current research includes fMRI and epidemiology across the life span. The successful candidate will be expected to join other faculty members in the Department of Psychology and around the university in research in eating disorders or obesity. The department are interested in junior and midlevel faculty members who will develop and nurture research skills in a collaborative environment. Michigan State University is the pioneer land-grant institution. It is a Big 10 and AAU university located in East Lansing with a wide variety of cultural, athletic and recreational activities. The school systems are excellent and housing costs are reasonable. Prospective candidates should send letters of interest and a CV to:

Jed Magen DO MS
Associate Professor and Chair
Department of Psychiatry
A222 East Fee Hall
East Lansing, MI 48824-1316

Phone: (517) 53 4363

Fax: (517) 432 9118

Email: magenj@msu.edu