Senior Program Development Lead, ARFID

About Equip 

Equip is the leading virtual, evidence-based eating disorder treatment program on a mission to ensure that everyone with an eating disorder can access treatment that works. Created by clinical experts in the field and people with lived experience, Equip builds upon evidence-based treatments to empower individuals to reach lasting recovery. All Equip patients receive a dedicated care team, including a therapist, dietitian, physician, and peer and family mentor. The company operates in all 50 states and is partnered with most major health insurance plans. Learn more about our strong outcomes and treatment approach at www.equip.health.

Founded in 2019, Equip has been a fully virtual company since its inception and is proud of the highly-engaged, passionate, and diverse Equisters that have created Equip’s culture.  Recognized by Time as one of the most influential companies of 2023, along with awards from Linkedin and Lattice, we are grateful to Equipsters for building a sustainable treatment program that has served thousands of patients and families.

About the role 

For this position, we are specifically seeking a candidate with experience in the treatment or study of Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). Candidates must have experience in the provision of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for ARFID. Experience in Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD), Family-Based Treatment for ARFID, or other relevant treatments is also desired.

The Sr Program Development Lead will be a member of the Clinical Programs’ Program Development team. The role will focus on the design, development, evaluation, and implementation of clinical services, protocols, resources, and educational materials at Equip. The Sr Program Development Lead will work under the supervision of a Director of Program Development to lead small, cross functional teams in the development of new clinical protocols and services. This role will also serve as a project manager, contributor, and subject matter expert for other cross-functional teams and program development initiatives. A Sr Program Development Lead has subject matter expertise in areas broadly related to eating disorders and behavioral healthcare, psychology, health technology, and protocol/program development. The ideal candidate has prior experience working as part of a collaborative team, is organized, proactive, and has a strong, demonstrated track record of productivity. 

Responsibilities 

• Design, develop, evaluate, and implement ideas for new clinical interventions, support programs, care guidelines, resources, or education materials.

• Prepare strategic development plans for new program development projects.

• Create/produce content for new clinical interventions, support programs, care guidelines, resources, or education materials.

• Assist with dissemination/training of new clinical interventions, support programs, care guidelines, resources, or education materials to provider teams.

• Lead small, cross-functional project teams as assigned.

• Serve as a subject matter expert and collaborator on larger cross functional teams.

• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate status updates and outcomes of program development projects to larger teams and stakeholders.

• Conduct administrative tasks to support the development or implementation of clinical interventions, services, support programs, or care guidelines.

Qualifications 

• Minimum of a PhD in psychology or a related field. 

• Minimum of 2 years experience in the treatment of ARFID as a clinician or researcher. 

• Demonstrated understanding of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for ARFID and other treatments for ARFID.

• Demonstrated prior experience developing clinical protocols, products, or services.

• Exceptional communication skills.

• Excellent project management skills.

• Proven ability to use Powerpoint or Google Slides. 

• Organized, detail-oriented, and results-driven.

• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment, subject to rapid change and innovation.

At Equip, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) are woven into everything we do. At the heart of Equip’s mission is a relentless dedication to making sure that everyone with an eating disorder has access to care that works regardless of race, gender, sexuality, ability, weight, socio-economic status, and any marginalized identity. We also strive toward our providers and corporate team reflecting that same dedication both in bringing in and retaining talented employees from all backgrounds and identities. We have an Equip DEIB council, Equip For All; also referred to as EFA. EFA at Equip aims to be a space driven by mutual respect, and thoughtful, effective communication strategy - enabling full participation of  members who identify as marginalized or under-represented and allies, amplifying diverse voices, creating opportunities for advocacy and contributing to the advancement of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging at Equip.

As an equal opportunity employer, we provide equal opportunity in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, training and promotion, termination, and any other terms and conditions of employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, familial status, age, disability, weight, and/or any other legally protected classification protected by federal, state, or local law.