Clinician

Old Colony YMCA; Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Colony YMCA in Brockton, MA is seeking a dedicated Clinician to provide direct services and develop comprehensive assessments for adolescents. This role involves collaborating with families and DCF while ensuring effective therapy and crisis management.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field and possesses 1-5 years of experience. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft programs are essential. The position offers a structured schedule from Tuesday to Saturday.

Qualifications

• 1 – 5 years of related experience required.
• Excellent reading and writing skills for contract and incident reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to adolescents on caseload.
• Develop comprehensive assessments and individual treatment plans.
• Maintain communication with families and agencies.
• Conduct suicide screenings and maintain case records.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft programs

Crisis management

Therapeutic techniques

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field

LCSW preferred

Job description

Job Description

The Clinician is responsible for the provision of direct services to each adolescent on their caseload, including the development of a comprehensive assessment for each client. In addition, the Clinician acts as a liaison with the client’s family, Department of Children & Families (DCF) Social Worker and outside agencies.

Program / Department Responsibility

• Review referrals to determine appropriateness for placement within the program and respond to DCF within contracted timeframes.
• Ensure a thorough intake of youth into the program has occurred, including a suicide screening/safety assessment, completion of MAYSI screening, and creation of a safety plan.
• Complete CRAAFT, LITE, and CANS assessment within 7 days of placement with each youth and their identified family.
• Develop an individual treatment plan for each youth and their identified family that includes the six domains and identifies all necessary therapeutic, medical, and dental care.
• Provide intensive individual, group, and family therapy and review each youth’s progress toward identified goals at treatment reviews that meet licensing timelines.
• Ensure referrals/appointments are made for youth in need of psychological evaluation, psychiatric services, therapy, dental, and/or medical appointments; oversee additional assessments as requested.
• Assess and monitor all youths on suicide watch on an ongoing basis.
• Maintain communication with parent/guardian/LAR and collateral agencies.
• Attend and participate in program meetings (weekly clinical reviews, weekly house meetings, monthly staff meetings, and administrators meetings).
• Track data and statistics in line with permanency and standards, as well as service referrals.
• Provide rotating on-call clinical coverage and be available for after‑hours emergencies or intake.
• Ensure proper accounting of youth belongings and valuables.
• Follow behavior management practices on all shifts.
• Work with caseworker to ensure all medical and dental needs are met in a timely fashion.
• Support program staff with skill development and coaching needs.
• Contribute to a positive work environment by displaying pride in job performance, enthusiasm, and cooperation with co‑workers.
• Interface with, and provide support for, all clinical interns, community partnerships, staff, and volunteers regarding the programming of the DCF congregate care sites.

Facility / Housekeeping Responsibility

• Maintain upkeep, cleanliness, and security of the Old Colony Y Program assigned site.
• Maintain daily upkeep, cleanliness, and organization of office use and program equipment.

Interdivisional / Community / Volunteer Responsibility

• Actively participate and provide leadership for the Y’s Annual Campaign by completing all required tasks.
• Represent the Old Colony Y in a community‑based service club or other community organization.
• Offer support in crisis situations to all Old Colony Y Programs.

Leadership Competencies – Team Leader

Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Y’s values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to improving lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fundraising.

Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance, and support.

Operational Effectiveness: Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through team engagement. Effectively creates and manages budgets. Holds staff accountable for high‑quality results using a formal process to measure progress.

Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Facilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non‑threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance.

Additional Considerations

There will be occasions that the use of your personal vehicle will be expected and required. You will be reimbursed for the mileage completed during an Old Colony Y assignment.

Closing Statement

To ensure the overall operation of the Y by supporting teamwork, the Clinician will accept additional responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Schedule is Tuesday through Saturday.

Education / Experience Requirements (Minimum Required)

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Human Services field required; LCSW preferred.
• 1 – 5 years of related experience required.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft programs required.
• Excellent reading and writing skills for contract and incident reporting.

Essential Job Functions

• Communicate with clients, families, and collateral resources in person and by phone; daily attendance and scheduling flexibility.
• Assist with restraining residents up to approximately 200 lbs.
• Maintain visual and auditory acuity to support program security.
• Stand, walk, and crouch intermittently.
• Push, pull, and lift up to 25 lbs. on occasion.
• Drive, maintain a safe driving record, and hold a valid driver’s license.
• Pass a drug screen.