Part-Time Therapeutic Support Specialist - DMH Flex
Bay State Community Services Inc•Braintree, MA
•$20 - $23•Hybrid
About The Position
The Therapeutic Support Specialist (TSS) provides direct, trauma-informed support to children, adolescents, and families experiencing emotional, behavioral, or mental-health-related challenges. This role focuses on skill-building, stabilization, and helping youth succeed in home, school, and community settings. The TSS works closely with clinicians, caregivers, and community partners to ensure coordinated, compassionate care.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field with 1-year experience with DMH youth OR Associated degree in Human Services or related field with 2 years of experience with DMH youth
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Possess creativity and experience with activity-based services
- Valid MA driver’s license with acceptable driving record and current proof of insurance
- Acceptable CORI and SORI background record check as required by program
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one therapeutic support to youth in home, school, and community environments.
- Implement individualized treatment plans developed by licensed clinicians.
- Teach and model coping skills, emotional regulation strategies, and positive behavior supports.
- Support youth during crises by using de-escalation techniques and trauma-informed approaches.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation of sessions, progress notes, and incident reports.
- Collaborate with families, educators, caseworkers, and mental health providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Participate in team meetings, clinical supervision, and ongoing training.
- Promote a safe, supportive, and strengths-based environment for all youth.
Benefits
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance
- Eye-Med Vision Benefits
- Employer Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
- Employee Assistance Program
- 35 Days Paid Time Off (15 Vacation Days, 12 Holidays and 8 Sick Days)
- Retirement Plan 403(b) (employer match after the first year of employment)
- Opportunities for Reduced Tuition for Clinical Master's Degree
- Opportunities for Student Loan Forgiveness
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Two-Week Orientation, Training, and Shadowing
- Weekly Group Supervision
- Weekly Individual Supervision
- Daily Mentoring and Support
- Immediate Access to Comprehensive Online Self-Paced CEU Trainings
- Opportunities for Certification in Evidence-Based Practices
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
