GRIT Program Clinician—Recovery-Focused Counselor

MHA Inc.; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Family leave

Long term disability

Job summary

MHA Inc. seeks a Clinician to provide direct individual and group services to residents with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders within the GRIT residential program in Massachusetts.

Responsibilities include screenings, assessments using ASAM criteria, and treatment planning, with a focus on trauma-informed, culturally responsive care. The role covers structured therapeutic milieu, daily recovery activities, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Licensure (LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, or LADC1) strongly preferred.
• Experience with individuals with co-occurring disorders preferred.
• Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screening, intake, assessments, and treatment planning using ASAM criteria.
• Provide individual and group counseling to support recovery goals.
• Facilitate daily therapeutic programming and community meetings.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation per regulatory and funding standards.
• Coordinate with community providers, families, and support systems for integrated care.
• Promote trauma-informed, culturally responsive care practices.
• Respond to resident crises and participate in critical incident reviews.
• Support a safe, recovery-oriented residential environment.
• Participate in clinical supervision, staff meetings, and ongoing training.
• Adhere to licensing, agency, and confidentiality standards.
• Utilize evidence-based and person-centered approaches.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for coordinated care.
• Assist residents in developing aftercare and relapse prevention plans.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Cultural competence

Multitasking

Collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Licensure (LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, or LADC1) preferred

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

MHA Inc. seeks a Clinician to provide direct individual and group services to residents with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders within the GRIT residential program in Massachusetts.

Responsibilities include screenings, assessments using ASAM criteria, and treatment planning, with a focus on trauma-informed, culturally responsive care. The role covers structured therapeutic milieu, daily recovery activities, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.