Clinician-Masters Level, Licensed

Center for Human Development (CHD); Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Center for Human Development (CHD) in Holyoke, MA, is seeking a Master’s level or licensed clinician for an outpatient behavioral health role serving adults with serious and persistent mental illness. The clinician will provide individual therapy, assessments, treatment planning, and crisis intervention as needed.

The role includes group development and facilitation, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and community engagement to improve engagement and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field.
• Eligibility for independent or supervised clinical practice in Massachusetts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an outpatient caseload of adults with serious mental illness.
• Provide individual therapy, assessment, treatment planning, and crisis intervention as needed.
• Design, recruit for, launch, and facilitate therapeutic groups addressing client needs.

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Therapy, or related behavioral health field

Job description

Clinician Masters Level, License Preferred Job Category: Clinical

Requisition Number: CLINI006395 Full Time Holyoke, MA 010403211, USA

Clinical Change Maker (Master's or Licensed Clinician) Not Every

Clinician Is Built for This Work. Maybe You Are. Some clients eagerly

engage in treatment. Others have spent years navigating serious mental

illness, trauma, systemic barriers, and disappointment. They may be

hesitant, guarded, or difficult to engage. We are looking for a

Clinician Who Sees Opportunity Where Others See Obstacles. Our

outpatient behavioral health program serves adults living with serious

and persistent mental illness (SPMI). We are seeking a skilled

Master's-level or Licensed Clinician who is passionate about

recovery-oriented care and has the experience, creativity, and

resilience to engage clients who need more than traditional outpatient

therapy. This clinical role that combines individual services, group

development and facilitation, community engagement, and

relationship-building. If you thrive in a flexible environment, enjoy

building something meaningful, and are committed to serving some of our

community's most vulnerable individuals, we'd love to meet you. What

You’ll Do Clinical Services: Maintain an outpatient caseload of adults

with serious and persistent mental illness. Provide individual therapy,

assessment, treatment planning, and crisis intervention as needed.

Engage clients who may be ambivalent about treatment, difficult to

reach, or have a history of inconsistent participation. Utilize

recovery-oriented, person-centered, and trauma-informed approaches.

Group Development & Leadership: Design, recruit for, launch, and

facilitate therapeutic groups that address client needs and interests.

Develop strategies to improve participation and retention. Foster safe,

engaging, and inclusive group environments. Track outcomes and

participation to support program growth and effectiveness. Collaboration

& Documentation: Complete timely and accurate documentation that meets

agency, regulatory, and payer requirements. Participate in

interdisciplinary team meetings and consultations. Coordinate care with

providers, families, community partners, and support systems when

appropriate. Help identify innovative approaches that improve engagement

and outcomes. What Makes You Successful in This Role You are:

Comfortable working with complex mental health presentations and

challenging clinical situations. Skilled at building trust with

individuals who may initially be resistant to treatment. Organized

enough to balance clinical care, documentation, group facilitation, and

outreach. Self-directed and able to manage your schedule while meeting

program expectations. Creative, persistent, and willing to try new

approaches to engagement. Energized by meaningful work and committed to

Helping Individuals Move Toward Recovery. Qualifications Required

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage &

Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field. Eligibility for

independent or supervised clinical practice in Massachusetts. Experience

providing outpatient behavioral health services. Experience facilitating

or leading therapeutic groups. Strong clinical documentation skills.

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, as applicable.

Preferred LICSW, LMHC, LMFT, LADC, Or Comparable Massachusetts

licensure. Experience working with adults diagnosed with serious and

persistent mental illness. Familiarity with recovery-oriented,

trauma-informed, and evidence-based treatment approaches. Experience

with client engagement, outreach, and motivational interviewing.

Schedule & Flexibility Availability may include: Daytime hours

After-school and early evening hours Occasional nights Optional weekend

availability The schedule provides flexibility while supporting client

access to care and group programming