Clinician - Masters Job Category: Clinical Requisition Number:
CLINI005626 Full-Time Caring Together Residential Program Chicopee, MA
01013, USA Description The Clinician/Clinical Care Manager provides
clinical services within their assigned group home working with youth
ranging in age from 5-13 years old that are referred by the Department
of Children and Families (DCF). The Clinician works within the agency\'s
team model, establishing open communication and support within the
program. They may coordinate and complete intakes and coordinate
clinical treatment within the program. The clinician will provide
individual therapy and group work to the youth in the program
Responsibilities: They support and implement the philosophical,
clinical, and programmatic goals of the agency. Provide comprehensive
services including substance assessment, placement planning, and care
coordination. Ensures that there is a supportive and professional
environment around assessment, communication, treatment planning,
relationship formation, and casework intervention. Assist at the
direction of their supervisor in the development/training of staff in
the program around clinical philosophies, interventions and overall
treatment modalities and ensuring the clinical infrastructure is strong
and effective. Complete CANS and bio-psychosocial assessments. Write
effective treatment plans while ensuring that all service notes are
properly filled out and completed on a regular basis. In conjunction
with the clinical director, is available during extended evening,
weekend, and holiday hours to respond to shifts in milieu dynamics and
the need for immediate youth or family support. Develop a discharge plan
with youth and their family that includes recommendations for further
services. Qualifications: Master\'s degree in Social Work, Psychology,
Mental Health Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy is required, as
is a valid driver\'s license and reliable vehicle. Qualifications
Behaviors Preferred Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details
necessary to get the task done well Innovative: Consistently introduces
new ideas and demonstrates original thinking Education Required Masters
or better in Social Work or related field. Preferred Masters of Science
or better. Experience Preferred 1-5 years: The ideal candidate will have
experience working with youth ages 0-22 within a residential setting.