Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker

Action for Boston Community Development; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Make a Difference

Inclusive Culture

Learning Opportunities

Benefits Package

Legacy of Impact

Team Camaraderie

Job summary

Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) invites applications for a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) at Ostiguy High School in Dorchester. This part-time, fixed-term position integrates mental health and recovery support within a high school setting, delivering individual and group services to students in recovery from substance use disorders.

The role requires MSW and MA LICSW licensure, with experience serving adolescents.

Qualifications

• MSW degree required.
• Current MA LICSW licensure required.
• Experience with adolescents and/or substance use disorders preferred.
• Knowledge of recovery models (12-step, harm reduction, SMART Recovery).
• Strong crisis intervention and risk assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments and develop individualized recovery/treatment plans.
• Provide individual counseling and facilitate recovery-focused group sessions.
• Monitor relapse risk and respond to crises.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and recovery coaches on student support plans.
• Coordinate with outside providers and families.

Skills

Adolescents experience

Crisis intervention

Recovery models

Bilingual (preferred)

Education

MSW

Massachusetts LICSW licensure

Job description

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker

Department: Education, Training, and Youth Services

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Part Time

Location: Dorchester - Warren Street

Compensation: $44.59 / hour

Description

BACKGROUND:
Since 2006, ABCD, Inc. has operated the William J. Ostiguy High School (“Ostiguy High School”), a
recovery high school that operates within the alternative educational high school framework. Ostiguy High School provides a safe and supportive school environment for youth who have made a
commitment to pursue sobriety while also working to earn a high school diploma. Ostiguy High School offers the academic and clinical support to earn a high school diploma and pursue a postsecondary education at a community college, four-year university, or vocational school.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (“LICSW”) provides individual and group clinical support to students in recovery from substance use disorders within a recovery high school setting. This part-time role integrates mental health and substance use treatment with the academic environment, supporting students' sobriety, emotional wellbeing, and educational success. This is a part-time role with a fixed term. his role will work 15-20 hours/week and is slated to end on June 17, 2027.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments and develop individualized recovery/treatment plans
• Provide individual counseling and facilitate recovery-focused group sessions
• Monitor students for relapse risk and respond to crises as needed
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and recovery coaches on student support plans
• Coordinate with outside providers (therapists, psychiatrists, treatment programs, families)
• Maintain clinical documentation in compliance with state and federal regulations
• (HIPAA/FERPA)
• Support development and facilitation of school recovery programming (e.g., peer support
  meetings)
• Participate in staff meetings and case consultations.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW).
• Current Massachusetts LICSW licensure.
• Experience with adolescents and/or substance use/co-occurring disorders.
• Knowledge of recovery models (12-step, harm reduction, SMART Recovery, etc.).
• Strong crisis intervention and risk assessment skills.
• Preferred but not required:
  Experience in a school-based or alternative education setting
  Familiarity with trauma-informed care practices
  Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply

Benefits

• Make a Difference: Every day, your work directly impacts the lives of thousands in the Greater Boston community, empowering them and making positive, lasting change.
• Inclusive Environment: ABCD values the diversity of its workforce, with an inclusive culture that respects individuality and promotes collaboration.
• Continuous Learning: We offer numerous training and development opportunities, ensuring our staff remain at the forefront of community action methodologies and strategies.
• Comprehensive Benefits: At ABCD, we take care of our own, providing a competitive benefits package, including health coverage and retirement plans.
• A Legacy of Impact: Join an organization that boasts a legacy spanning over half a century, consistently championing the rights and needs of our community's most vulnerable.
• Teamwork & Camaraderie: Be a part of a passionate team, united in their mission to combat poverty, and ensure every individual can reach their fullest potential.