Clinician (Salaried)

River Valley Counseling•Easthampton, MA

3d•$52,000 - $60,000

About The Position

The Clinician at River Valley Counseling Center provides trauma-informed mental health assessment and treatment to individuals, families, and couples. This role includes developing and adjusting treatment plans, maintaining accurate clinical documentation, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The clinician promotes culturally responsive, strengths-based care while supporting clients through crisis intervention, community referrals, and ongoing therapeutic support.

Requirements

Master’s degree in human services, counseling, clinical psychology or social work
Ability to provide services to clients across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, and families
Availability to work evenings and Saturdays to meet client needs
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Crisis intervention and de-escalation skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage documentation and maintain accurate records
Proficiency with basic computer systems and electronic health records
Knowledge of legal and ethical standards within the profession
Strong customer service and client engagement skills

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Prior experience providing therapy or clinical services to children, adolescents, and families (3 years of relevant clinical experience)
Licensure: LMHC, LMFT, LCSW or LICSW in the state of MA

Responsibilities

Conduct clinical assessments, diagnose mental health disorders, and develop personalized treatment plans for clients.
Provide on-going therapy to individuals, families and/or couples, adjusting treatment plans as necessary and conducting on-going assessments of progress.
Utilize strength-based, trauma-informed, resilience-building communication strategies in interactions with clients and families. Exercise cultural humility and respect at all times.
Maintain client confidentiality, rights, and records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Document all clinical work accurately and maintain client records according to established RVCC and regulatory standards and procedures.
Develop and maintain working knowledge of community services and resources for clients.
Coordinate any necessary referrals, outreach, advocacy, or case consultation as appropriate to meet client needs.
Report abuse or neglect of a child, elder, or disabled person in accordance with Massachusetts law for mandated reporters.
Participate in client care and multidisciplinary team conferences when indicated.
Facilitate family consults and/or sessions when clinically indicated for minor clients
Other duties assigned

Benefits

A supportive, mission-driven work environment
Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
Collaboration with a compassionate, multidisciplinary team
The chance to make a real difference in our communities
Generous time off benefits for eligible positions
Exclusive employee discounts
Excellent and competitive insurance including health, vision, dental and pet insurance
Mileage reimbursement
403b match
CEU reimbursement
Retention Payments offered to licensed and licensed eligible clinicians!