Clinician (Licensed or License-Eligible)

CHD Brand; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vis

Paid Time Off

Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short/Lo

403(b) Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Tuition Assistance and development

Job summary

Center for Human Development (CHD) in Westfield, MA, seeks a Licensed or License-Eligible Clinician for the Juvenile Justice Program. You will provide individual and group therapy, coordinate care, and work in a secure DYS setting with male youth.

This full- or part-time salaried role offers supervision, collaboration with state agencies, and a commitment to second chances for youth, with training in Grafton, MA as required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling, Social Work, or a related clinical field.
• Current professional license or license-eligible (LCSW/LICSW/LMHC).
• Experience in involuntary residential or secure setting required; DBT/CBT and substance abuse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct Clinical Care: individual and group therapy, intakes, crisis intervention.
• Case Management: manage caseloads, coordinate medical/psychiatric care, family contact.
• Collaboration & Compliance: liaise with DYS, DCF and other partners; ensure documentation meets licensing.

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Crisis management

Bilingual

Education

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

Tools

Licensure: LCSW/LICSW/LMHC

Job description

Clinician (Licensed or License-Eligible) – Juvenile Justice Program

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.

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most:

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. To support your professional growth, strong individual and group clinical supervision is provided.

Your Role: Clinical & Administrative Leadership:

As a key member of the program's administrative team, you will ensure all treatment components are seamlessly coordinated. Your responsibilities will include:

• 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.

What You Need to Bring (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!

What's in it for You? (Our Phenomenal Benefits):

At CHD, we value our employees' dedication. We offer a highly competitive salary alongside a robust benefits package, including:

• 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

About CHD: Care Finds a Way

The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high-quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD, celebrating differences and practicing inclusion is a daily commitment. We pride ourselves on being a reflection of the diverse communities we serve.