Clinician | Bilingual English to Spanish| Outpatient Clinic

Gandara Center; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan 403(b)

Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

8 discretionary days

Mileage Reimbursement

Career Growth Opportunities

Culturally Diverse population

Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility

Clinical Licensing Support

Job summary

A community mental health center in Springfield, MA is seeking a Clinician to join their outpatient clinic. The role includes providing mental health services to individuals and families, conducting assessments, and developing treatment plans. Applicants must hold a relevant degree and be licensed or eligible for licensure in Massachusetts. This position offers a starting salary of $60,000 plus a sign-on bonus, with numerous benefits including retirement plans and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Must have mental health or substance use treatment experience.
• Bilingual Preferred (Spanish/English)
• Must have a valid driver's license and meet Agency requirements for driving history records.

Responsibilities

• Complete social clinical assessments of clients for diagnostic treatment and referral purposes.
• Develop treatment plans.
• Assist in the placement of clients in appropriate services.
• Provide psychotherapy and/or crisis intervention.

Skills

Strong communication (written and verbal)

Customer service skills

Excellent organizational skills

Education

MSW, MA, or M.Ed. in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field

License eligibility for LMHC, LMFT, LADCI, LICSW, or LCSW

Job description

Why Work for Gandara

Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the Gándara team today!

Benefits

• Retirement Plan 403(b)
• Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance
• Paid vacations
• Paid holidays
• 8 discretionary days
• Mileage Reimbursement

Salary

• Salary Rate | $60,000

Additional Benefits

• Career Growth Opportunities
• Culturally Diverse population
• Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Clinical Licensing Support

$1,500 Sign on Bonus!

Job Title: Clinician

Work Location: Springfield, MA

• Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply
• EOE M/F/D/V
• Union/Non-Union

Job Summary

The Outpatient Clinic Clinician will work at our Springfield, MA Outpatient Clinic and support a team model setting to establish open communication, support, and accountability among workers and consumers. The Clinician is accountable to the Clinical Supervisor. The Clinician provides services on-site and in the community to individuals, children, and families experiencing mental health challenges.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete social clinical assessments of clients for diagnostic treatment and referral purposes.
• Develop treatment plans
• Assist in the placement of clients in appropriate services as needed (i.e., employment and rehabilitation, job training, etc.)
• Participate in scheduled supervision with the clinical supervisor regarding case work, diagnosis treatment, and other direct or supportive services.
• Provide psychotherapy and/or crisis intervention

Minimum Qualifications

• MSW, MA, or M.Ed. in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field required.
• Must be licensed or license eligible for one of the following: LMHC, LMFT, LADCI, LICSW, or LCSW.
• Must have mental health or substance use treatment experience, strong communication (written and verbal) and customer service skills, and excellent organizational skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license and meet Agency requirements for driving history records.
• Bilingual Preferred (Spanish/English)

The Gandara Mental Health Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.