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Center for Human Development Clinician - Masters in Chicopee, Massachusetts
Clinician - Masters Job Category: Clinical Requisition Number: CLINI005453 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 0 - 21 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.