Clinical Postdoctoral Fellow - Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Track (2026-2028)

Description:

We are currently accepting applications for postdoctoral fellows for January 2026 and July 2026 start dates.

Job Title: Clinical Postdoctoral Fellow - Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Track

Classification: Employee, Full-Time, Hybrid (up to 20% remote, Saturday or Sundays in-person), Salary, Exempt

Term/Hours: 24 months, 40 hours per week
Location: MPG Office & Remote (WFH)

Salary: $65,000 per annum, distributed in bi-weekly payrolls with increases to $67,500 per annum at 12 months and $70,000 per annum at 18 months.

Pay Frequency: Biweekly

Reports To: Lead Psychologist

Job Summary

A Clinical Postdoctoral Fellow pursuing an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) track will receive comprehensive ABA training including didactics, ongoing consultation, co-therapy/supervision, video review, and observational learning opportunities over the course of an 24 month fellowship provided by dual licensed Psychologists and Licensed Behavior Analysts (LBAs) and/or Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs). Additionally any ABA Fellows will be eligible for BCBA certification upon completion of required fieldwork hours.

We also offer subspecialties of Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and Selective Mutism (SM) with possibilities of certification, click here to learn more! Fellows would receive the necessary individual and group supervision (minimum of 2 hours per week) for NYS licensure and Behavior Analyst Certification Board requirements. We are an excellent training site that prioritizes direct care learning opportunities, 1:1 supervision and growth and have clinicians that specialize in evidence-based treatments, such as CBT, PCIT, PCIT-SM, PMT and ERP to assess and treat children, adolescents and families struggling with anxiety, OCD, mood disorders, disruptive behavior, ASD and ADHD.

What we offer:

• Certificate of Completion following the successful conclusion of Applied Behavior Analysis fellowship
• Eligibility for BCBA certification upon completion of required fieldwork hours
• ADOS-2 Training and Supervision Available
• Diverse caseload based on patient populations, interventions, and diagnoses
• Supportive and comprehensive individual and group supervision from licensed psychologists with specialties in CBT, PCIT, SM, and ABA
• Two welcoming offices (Upper West Side & Long Island City) for assignment
• Varying settings for service delivery including clinic based, in-home, telehealth, and school-based services within the 5 boroughs
• Opportunities for professional development and growth, including community workshops, didactics, case presentations, and special projects
• "Growth Mindset” company culture focused on mission, vision, and core values
• Training in supervision practices with opportunities to provide case-specific supervision to trainees
• Full administrative support from leadership, supervisors, peers, and administrators with referrals, scheduling, billing, and other related tasks
• Competitive compensation package (see below)

Position Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $65,000 per annum, distributed in bi-weekly payrolls with increases to $67,500 per annum at 12 months and $70,000 per annum at 18 months
• Health & Welfare Benefits: as per plan documents
• Retirement Eligibility: participation in 401(k) per plan documents
• Professional Reimbursements: to include annual professional affiliation, professional development, and/or malpractice insurance costs up to $500 per calendar year* (*Please note: In order to receive this reimbursement, you MUST be in good standing with all HR-related documentation.)
• PTO/Paid Sick Leave: as per plan documents
• Paid Holidays: 8 Paid Holidays
• Schedule: 24 months, 40 hours per work, hybrid (up to 20% remote and Saturday or Sundays in person)
  • Four in-person days (Saturday or Sundays between 9am-2pm required with at least three in person days based on trainee availability preferences and practice needs)
  • 20 hours of direct services:
    • Postdoc Hybrid - approximately 15 counseling sessions/week and 2 testing cases/month
    • Postdoc Testing only - approximately 4 testing cases/month
  • 20 hours of indirect services
    • Including but not limited to individual and group supervision, department and team meetings, and other activities outlined by the supervisor.

Position Responsibilities:

• Use evidence-based methods to assess and/or treat children, adolescents, and adults utilizing evidence-based/CBT-oriented modalities
• Participate in special projects such as working alongside pediatric practices to provide virtual office hours (screening and psychoeducation) to support their patients and families
• Assist with clinical coordination by conducting clinical screening/consultation calls and assisting with recruitment and enrollment for group and individuals services
• Actively seek parent and/or patient feedback regarding programming, testing, and therapy goals
• Collaborate with supervisors, colleagues, collateral providers, and specialists from a “Growth Mindset”
• Display solid time management, writing, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Alignment with the company mission, vision, and core values

Requirements:

Required:

• Doctorate in clinical/school/applied psychology and NY permit eligibility
• Enrollment in or completion of a degree or certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis
• Minimum of 3 years of experience using evidence-based CBT interventions (CBT, PMT, ERP, PCIT) to treat children and adolescents with anxiety, mood disorders, ODD and ADHD
• Experience with ASD population

Preferred

• PCIT experience and/or neuropsychological assessment experience

Physical Requirements:

• Manual dexterity to operate office equipment.
• May require periods of sitting, standing and the ability to walk to various locations throughout the health system to attend meetings.

Interview Process

1. Submit application along with two letters of recommendation (please email directly to careers@manhattanpsychologygroup.com)
2. Phone screen with our Director of Recruiting
3. Submit Work Sample (two of any of the following redacted documents: assessment report, intake summary, session note, and/or a discharge summary. Please note: These are not due and/or requested until moving to this step in the interview process.)
4. Virtual Interview with one of our Clinical Director of Training & Professional Development
5. In-person Interview with our Senior Director of Mental Health and Testing Services

Position Disclaimer

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties required by their supervisor. This document provides an overview of the position currently available. It is not an employment contract. MPG reserves the right to modify job responsibilities or job descriptions at any time. Employment with MPG is at-will and either party can terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without notice.

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