Clinician

Mental Health Association - Western MA; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit mental health organization in Chicopee is seeking a dedicated Clinician to provide community-based behavioral health services. The Clinician will perform assessments, treatment planning, and counseling for individuals, couples, and families facing mental health challenges. Offering both full-time and part-time positions, the ideal candidate holds a Master's Degree in a behavioral health field and preferably has an independent license. Join a mission-driven team that values inclusion and community collaboration.

Qualifications

• Preferred Master's Degree in behavioral health.
• Independent license or eligibility preferred (LICSW, LMHC).

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment planning.
• Complete required documentation timely.
• Utilize evidence-based screening tools.
• Serve as a liaison to service systems.
• Promote agency mission and values.
• Lead therapy groups and interventions.

Skills

Assessment and treatment planning

Supervision of behavioral health teams

Collaboration with community services

Documentation and compliance knowledge

Education

Master's Degree in a behavioral health field

Independent license or license eligible (LICSW, LMHC)

Job description

About MHA

MHA – Mental Health Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people live their best life. We provide a wide range of services across Western Massachusetts, including outpatient therapy, substance use recovery, supports for individuals with developmental disabilities or brain injuries, and residential and housing programs. MHA serves individuals impacted by mental illness, substance use, developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and homelessness. Our mission is rooted in inclusion, dignity, and empowering people to lead fulfilling, independent lives.

About BestLife - Emotional Health & Wellness

The BestLife Emotional Health & Wellness Center offers compassionate, person-centered mental health and substance use treatment for individuals, families, and couples. Whether challenges are short-term or ongoing, BestLife provides evidence-based care to support emotional well-being and recovery.

Services include assessments, therapy (individual, group, family, couples), substance use treatment, co-occurring disorder care, medication management, case coordination, and recovery support. Care is delivered by licensed clinicians and overseen by a board-certified psychiatrist.

Position Summary

The Clinician will work in a community behavioral health setting, providing services to individuals, couples and/or families experiencing a mental health and/or substance use need. Services will include provision of comprehensive assessment, ongoing counseling for mental health, substance use and co-occurring presentations, case management and collaboration, referrals to community support services and psychoeducation, utilizing evidence-based practices. The Clinician will work with the Clinic Director to design and lead/co-lead groups meeting the unique needs of the greater community and agency.

Pay Rate: $57,000-63,000 annually (depending on degree/licensure)

Open Schedule: Full-time or Part-Time

Key Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, treatment planning, and consultation for pre-crisis and crisis plans, behavioral guidelines, risk assessments, positive behavior plans, medication treatment plans, and related interventions.
• Complete all required documentation in a timely manner, meeting regulatory standards.
• Utilize evidence-based screening tools and collaborate with teams to develop and implement positive behavior support plans.
• Actively participate in licensing, accreditation, and compliance processes.
• Serve as a liaison to relevant service systems, state agencies, and community partners; establish and maintain relationships to support programs, partnerships, and funding opportunities.
• Pursue professional growth through conferences, trainings, statewide meetings, task forces, committees, and other relevant activities.
• Promote and integrate agency mission, values, philosophy, and principles in all aspects of work.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Clinic Director.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Mental Health Association is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

• Master’s Degree in a behavioral health field is preferred
• Independent license or license eligible preferred (LICSW, LMHC, etc.)