Clinician - Family-Based Intensive Treatment

Children's Services of Roxbury, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 67,500 - 82,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Optional 401(k) plan

Employee discounts

Access to CEU/professional development opportunities

Job summary

Children's Services of Roxbury, Inc. in Boston, Massachusetts, is seeking a FIT Clinician to provide intensive, community-based behavioral health services for children and youth under 21. The role requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field and a Massachusetts license or eligibility for licensing. Responsibilities include delivering evidence-based treatment, crisis intervention, and family therapy. The position offers an annual salary of $75,000 along with health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ clinical experience with children, youth, and families in home/community settings.
• Demonstrated trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally.

Responsibilities

• Provide intensive family therapy, individual therapy, and caregiver sessions in homes.
• Complete comprehensive assessments and develop strengths-based treatment plans.
• Coordinate care with Family Partners and community agencies.

Skills

Clinical assessment and treatment planning

Crisis intervention

Family engagement

Strong communication

Knowledge of trauma-informed care

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related field

Massachusetts license or license-eligible (LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, LMFT)

Tools

Electronic health records

Microsoft Office

Job description

Why Children’s Services of Roxbury?

At Children’s Services of Roxbury, we’re not just offering a job - we’re offering a chance to be part of something bigger. Our mission is to bring peace of mind to children and families across Massachusetts. We foster a culture of trust, humility, and respect, where every team member is valued and supported. If you’re looking to make a real impact and grow with a team that strives to create a brighter future for children and families across Massachusetts, this role is for you. Our Behavioral Health Department (BHD) offers a comprehensive array of high quality, culturally-sensitive mental health services that provide children and families with the services they need for success at home, in school, and in the community.

Position Overview

CSR believes that everyone deserves peace of mind. Mental health is the key to personal well‑being, family and interpersonal relationships, and contributing to society. The FIT Clinician provides intensive, community-based behavioral health services to children and youth (under 21) with Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) and their families. As part of a multidisciplinary team with Family Partners and Paraprofessionals, the Clinician delivers evidence-based treatment, crisis intervention, and family therapy aligned with the CBHI/FIT model. Care is family-driven, youth-guided, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed to promote stability, resilience, and improved well‑being.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide intensive family therapy, individual therapy, and caregiver sessions in homes and community settings.
• Complete comprehensive assessments (including CANS) and develop strengths-based, culturally responsive treatment plans.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions to improve youth functioning and family dynamics; reduce reliance on higher levels of care.
• Provide crisis intervention, safety planning, and stabilization to maintain youth/family safety in the community.
• Coordinate care with Family Partners, Paraprofessionals, schools, medical providers, and community agencies.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation compliant with agency, CBHI, and MassHealth standards.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, supervision, and required trainings to ensure fidelity to the FIT model.
• Communicate proactively with families; offer advocacy and system-navigation support.
• Provide consultation/support to community partners regarding behavioral health needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned within scope of practice.

Education And Skills Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
• Massachusetts license or license-eligible (e.g., LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, LMFT).
• 2+ years’ clinical experience with children, youth, and families (home/community settings preferred).
• Demonstrated trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment-planning skills; crisis intervention and family engagement experience.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and Microsoft Office.
• Current CANS (or ability to obtain prior to start, per program policy).
• Valid driver’s license, insured reliable vehicle, and ability to travel locally; ability to work some evenings/weekends and participate in on-call rotation.

Nice-to-Haves

• Familiarity with CBHI services and FIT/wraparound models.
• Bilingual/bicultural candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

Salary And Benefits

• Salary: $75,000 annually
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and optional 401(k) plan
• Employee discounts and access to CEU/professional development opportunities
• Supportive, mission-driven team environment

At Children’s Services of Roxbury, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. Children’s Services of Roxbury is an equal opportunity employer; we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. If you are ready to become a part of something special, please apply today.