Undergraduate & Post-Baccalaureate Opportunities
Gain valuable clinical experience and professional development through assistant roles that support therapeutic services and provide hands-on exposure to evidence-based practices in child and adolescent mental health.
Are you an undergraduate student interested in gaining hands-on experience working with children and families in a clinical psychology setting?
Clinical Assistant Program at Boston Child Study Center
Clinical assistants at BCSC support various clinical teams with a focus on the Early Childhood/Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) clinic and work closely with a multidisciplinary team of psychologists, postdoctoral fellows, clinical externs, and trainees under the direction of Dr. Joshua Masse, a PCIT International Global Trainer.
Clinical assistants gain exposure to clinical work by:
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- Attending clinical team rounds
- Observing PCIT and other therapy sessions
- Opportunities to attend PCIT trainings
- Learning therapeutic play techniques
- Becoming familiar with behavioral coding systems
- Opportunities to serve as a bravery coach at “Get Heard!” selective mutism group therapy events, held on 3 Saturdays over the course of the academic year
Additional opportunities may include assisting with group therapy, observing neuropsychological testing, and participating in journal clubs or educational seminars.
Responsibilities:
Clinical assistant support clinical operations at BCSC through:
- Preparing therapy session materials
- Administrative tasks and data entry
- Supporting child care during sessions
- Assisting clinicians with session logistics
- Participating in exposure sessions with clients
- Assisting with preparation and curriculum planning for “Get Heard!” selective mutism group therapy events
Time Commitment:
Clinical assistants typically volunteer 10–12 hours per week and are required to attend the weekly PCIT clinic on Tuesdays from 12:00pm-1:00pm.
Positions are available during both the academic year (September–May) and summer (June–August).
Current Opportunities
2026–2027 Academic Year Clinical Assistant
We are currently accepting applications for 2026–2027 Academic Year Clinical Assistant positions as part of the BCSC Clinical Assistant Program described above.
Schedule
The total commitment for this position is 10–12 hours per week.
Applicants must be available:
- Tuesdays 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
- One additional weekday afternoon
Clinical assistants are expected to complete most hours on-site at our Boston or Natick office, in addition to virtual responsibilities (e.g., data entry, assisting with telehealth sessions).
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be undergraduate students, preferably rising juniors or seniors
- Major in Psychology or a related field of study
- Have a minimum GPA of 3.5
- Have some work experience with children (not required but encouraged)
Application Instructions
We are currently accepting applications for 2026–2027 Academic Year Clinical Assistant positions (September 2026 – May 2027). Applications will begin to be reviewed on March 24, 2026, and will be reviewed on a rolling basis until positions are filled.
To apply, please email:
- Resume/CV
- Brief cover letter describing your interests and relevant experiences
to: Nick Morelli ([email protected])
Subject line: Clinical Assistant Application – 2026–2027 Academic Year
Why Become a Clinical Assistant at BCSC?
- Develop practical clinical skills relevant to careers in psychology, mental health, education, and medicine.
- Gain hands-on exposure to evidence-based treatments for children and families, including opportunities to observe clinical sessions and learn behavioral intervention strategies.
- Strengthen your graduate school applications by building meaningful clinical and research-related experience.
- Work alongside a multidisciplinary team of psychologists, postdoctoral fellows, and advanced trainees while learning how a child mental health clinic operates.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How do Clinical Assistants interact with the PCIT Clinic?
Clinical assistants are responsible for data entry, administrative tasks, preparing therapy session materials, and childcare. Clinical assistants also attend weekly PCIT clinical team rounds, observe PCIT sessions, learn and utilize therapeutic play techniques, and become familiar with behavioral coding systems.
Can Clinical Assistants also work with BCSC outside of the PCIT Clinic?
Yes, clinical assistants have the opportunity to assist with group therapy sessions, act as a confederate for exposures, assist with research initiatives, and working on a variety of Executive Functioning/Learning and Organizational Skills projects.
How many hours per week should I have available to be considered for a Clinical Assistant position?
Applicants should have availability on Tuesdays between 10pm-4pm and availability on at least one other weekday afternoon, for a total of 10-12 hours per week.
What do I need to submit to apply?
Please send a resume/CV and brief cover letter detailing your interests and relevant experiences to Nick Morelli at nmorelli@
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