Case Worker II - Young Adult Program

The Home for Little Wanderers; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Health, dental and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

403(b) retirement plan

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

The Home for Little Wanderers seeks dedicated mental health professionals to provide counseling and family-based services for at‑risk youths and their families in the Boston area.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and ensure quality documentation and reporting for ongoing care and coordination with partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required in Social Work, Early Childhood Education, Criminal Justice, or Psychology (varies by program).
• Experience with behavior management systems, treatment planning, crisis intervention, case management and providing individual, group and/or family therapy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer literate including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer with the ability to learn new software applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and therapeutic support to clients.
• Provide support to families to address a variety of issues including family communication, parenting skills, substance abuse, domestic violence, trauma.
• Coordinate resources and services for clients and families and advocate for the client.
• Administer assessments, reports, and treatment planning with timely, well‑written documentation.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Case management

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or Psychology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet Explorer

Job description

When you join The Home for Little Wanderers, you join a team of professionals dedicated to creating better, brighter futures for kids. For over 200 years, The Home for Little Wanderers has helped build stable lives and hopeful tomorrows for vulnerable children and their families. Our 25+ community‑based and residential programs serve thousands of at‑risk youths from birth to age 26. Many of these children have experienced abuse, neglect, trauma, or a disrupted family life. As the oldest child welfare agency in America, we provide them with safe surroundings, permanent loving relationships, and a secure path toward a better, brighter future.

How You Will Be Making a Difference

Provide individual and family based therapeutic services, crisis intervention and case management for defined program.

Essential Functions

• Provide counseling and therapeutic support to clients.
• Provide support to families to address a variety of issues which may include family communication, parenting skills, substance abuse, domestic violence, self‑abusive behavior and past trauma.
• Coordinate appropriate resources and services for clients and families. Act as an advocate for the client.
• Administer written assessments, summary reports, documentation, treatment planning, and safety planning to appropriate parties in a timely, well‑written manner.
• Submit reports, documentation and billing in a timely manner. Ensure that documentation meets utilization review and quality assurance standards.
• Continuously communicate with client collaterals and providers of supportive services. This may include extensive telephone contact and scheduling and attending case conference meetings. Facilitate communication between various providers.
• Plan, assess and provide all treatment and clinical interventions in an active co‑therapy partnership with collaterals. Work as part of interdisciplinary team to provide quality services.
• Attend staff meetings. Present client material, consult with supervisor and team members on challenging and difficult client issues. Participate in regular individual and group supervision. Attend clinical training and safety practice training.
• May be required to provide support to families on a rotating schedule utilizing an on‑call system Monday through Friday between 5pm and 9am and anytime on Saturday and Sunday.
• May be required to carry a mobile device.
• Depending on the program, may be required to meet certain billing requirements on a weekly basis.

Education And Experience

• Bachelors Degree required in Social Work, Early Childhood Education, Criminal Justice, or Psychology (varies by program).
• Experience with behavior management systems, treatment planning, crisis intervention, case management and providing individual, group and/or family therapy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of Department Children and Families and other local child and family advocate agencies.
• Computer literate including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer with the ability to learn new software applications.

Valuing Diversity

We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.

What The Home Can Offer You

In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth we serve, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full‑time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days.
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance available.
• Extensive training to new staff.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $3,000 per fiscal year.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match.
• Employer paid Long‑term and Short‑term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.

Pay Range Positioning Summary

The pay range listed represents the company’s good faith estimate of the salary or wage range for this position at the time of posting, as required under applicable law. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s relevant experience, education, skills, and internal equity relative to other employees in similar roles. Candidates with less directly related experience may be placed toward the lower end of the range, while those with extensive or specialized experience may be placed toward the higher end. Market conditions and budget considerations may also influence final pay decisions.