Master's Level Clinician/Therapist

Justice Resource Institute•Westborough, MA

11h•$63,000 - $68,000

About The Position

At the Butler Center, males ages 12–21 committed to the Department of Youth Services (DYS), who have emotional and mental health diagnoses, develop and practice strategies to manage their behavior. Treatment is delivered by a multidisciplinary team of licensed clinicians, educators certified in Special Education, and specially trained Youth Counselors, with the goal of helping young men return safely to the community. The Clinician works in a hardware-secure treatment setting and provides individual, group, and family therapy to a caseload of five to eight residents. As an integral member of each resident’s interdisciplinary treatment team, the Clinician develops individualized treatment plans and completes case documentation using the DYS electronic medical record system. The position also facilitates groups on topics including substance abuse treatment and prevention, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and violent offending. The Clinician works professionally with colleagues, DYS personnel, and other agencies as needed. Clinical supervision is provided, and licensure is supported. This is a full-time position scheduled Sunday through Thursday, with one evening required. The annual pay range is $63,000–$68,000. Compensation may vary based on experience, education, licensure, certifications, and qualifications. Upon attaining independent licensure, Clinicians receive a $5,000 raise.

Requirements

Must be 21 years or older.
Master’s degree in a clinical discipline such as Social Work and/or Psychology, or a PhD/PsyD from an APA-approved psychology program.
Master’s-level candidates must currently have, or be eligible for, an LMHC or LCSW/LICSW in Massachusetts.
Acceptable driving record.
Must pass state and federal background checks.

Nice To Haves

Licensed candidates are preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide individual, group, and family therapy to a caseload of five to eight residents.
Participate as an integral member of residents’ interdisciplinary treatment teams.
Develop individually tailored treatment plans.
Complete case documentation using the DYS electronic medical record system.
Facilitate groups on topics including substance abuse treatment and prevention, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and violent offending.
Work professionally with other professionals, within DYS, and with other agencies as needed.