Part-Time Therapeutic Support Specialist - DMH Flex

Bay State Community Services Inc • Braintree, MA

18h • 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees