Clinician (Licensed or License-Eligible)

Center for Human Development; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

PTO

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

FSA

Tuition Assistance and professional 개발

Job summary

Center for Human Development (CHD) in Westfield, MA seeks a licensed or license-eligible Clinician to join its Juvenile Justice Program. The role involves direct clinical care for male youth in a secure DYS facility, with strong supervision and growth opportunities.

Responsibilities include individual/group therapy, case management, and collaboration with DYS/DCF and other agencies. Requires Master’s degree, a current license or eligibility, and experience in secure settings.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling, Social Work, or related clinical field.
• Current professional license (LCSW, LICSW, LMHC) preferred or license eligible.
• Experience in involuntary residential or secure settings is required.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Direct Clinical Care: Conduct individual and group therapy, intakes, and crisis intervention.
• Case Management: Manage caseloads, coordinate medical and psychiatric care, contact families and collaterals.
• Collaboration & Compliance: Maintain licensing documentation and liaise with state agencies.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Group Therapy

DBT

CBT

Bilingual

Education

Master’s degree in counseling, Social Work, or related clinical field

Job description

Clinician (Licensed or License-Eligible)

Location: Westfield Youth Service Center (Westfield, MA)

Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time, Salaried

Salary Range: (Based on experience and licensure)

Licensed eligible starts at: $63,000.

Licensed starts at: $70,000.

Overview

The Center for Human Development (CHD) is seeking Master’s level, licensed or license-eligible Clinicians to join our Juvenile Justice Program. In this role, you will work with male youth in the Revocation/Detention Unit at the Westfield Youth Service Center, a secure Department of Youth Services (DYS) facility.

This is an exceptional opportunity to gain specialized juvenile justice experience, provide vital care, and ensure that every youth is given a second chance for a better life. Strong individual and group clinical supervision is provided to support your professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Direct Clinical Care: Conducting individual and group therapy, performing intakes, and facilitating crisis intervention.
• Case Management: Managing caseloads, coordinating medical and psychiatric care, and maintaining consistent contact with families, guardians, and appropriate collaterals.
• Collaboration & Compliance: Building strong working relationships with state agencies (such as DYS and DCF), community health organizations, and referral sources while ensuring clinical documentation meets all licensing requirements.

Shift & Training Requirements

• Schedule: Full-time and part-time salaried positions are available. Flexibility to work evening and weekend hours is preferred to meet program needs.
• Mandatory Training: Hired clinicians must complete a required, non-negotiable 3-week training program in Grafton, MA. This training consists of full 8‑hour days and is a mandatory requirement of the role.

Success Factors

• Education: Master’s degree in counseling, Social Work, or a related clinical field.
• Licensure: Current professional license (LCSW, LICSW, LMHC) is preferred or actively license eligible.
• Experience: Experience working within an involuntary residential or secure setting is required, alongside extensive experience with learning‑disordered adolescents or youth facing behavioral challenges; experience with DBT, CBT, motivational interviewing, and substance abuse treatment is highly preferred.
• Key Skills: Patience, compassion, and the ability to perform well under stress and in crisis situations.
• Bilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition Assistance and professional development opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.