Post-Doctoral Fellow – Behavioral Health

Empowering communities through accessible, inclusive, and compassionate care.

At the Jane Pauley Community Health Center (JPCHC), every role is rooted in purpose. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we’re committed to providing high-quality, integrated care regardless of income or insurance status. Our mission-driven team supports underserved populations in Indiana, and we’re proud to create a welcoming, team-based environment where employees can grow and thrive.

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.

What We Offer: 

• Highly competitive and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, benefit plans
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time
• 401(k) with a 6% contribution 
• Life and Disability insurance plan

Join a mission-driven organization where your work supports community wellness and expands equitable access to care. Apply now and help us continue making a difference one patient, one referral, one connection at a time.