Master's Level Clinician

NFI Massachusetts, Inc.; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

NFI Massachusetts Inc. seeks a Master’s Level Clinician for its Intensive Residential Treatment Program (IRTP) in Westborough, MA. This role focuses on delivering intensive therapeutic care to adolescents with serious mental health challenges in a supportive, low-caseload setting.

The position offers supervision hours for licensure, collaboration with psychiatrists and external providers, and opportunities to impact lives in crisis. This is a full-time, on-site role with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Completed Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field (required).
• Licensure eligible for LMHC, LICSW, or LMFT (required).
• Strong understanding of trauma and its impact on adolescent mental health.
• Prior experience working with adolescents and their families, with expertise in crisis stabilization and management.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and written communication skills.
• Must be fully vaccinated or willing to be vaccinated against COVID-19, in accordance with state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing clinical services tailored to the individual needs of each client.
• Conduct assessments for new referrals and arrange or perform testing and evaluations as needed.
• Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans in collaboration with program staff, external service providers, clients, and their families (when appropriate).
• Maintain accurate and compliant clinical records in accordance with funding source regulations.
• Provide one-on-one counseling as outlined in each client's treatment plan.
• Design and facilitate therapeutic groups to support clients in a structured milieu.
• Work closely with program management and staff to ensure a therapeutic environment that aligns with clinical best practices.
• Facilitate family meetings and home visits as part of the treatment process.
• Serve as a liaison with psychiatrists and other agencies providing auxiliary clinical services.
• Participate in case conferences, treatment meetings, and clinical reviews.
• Be familiar with and adhere to all program emergency procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Crisis stabilization

Trauma-informed approach

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related field

Job description

NFI Massachusetts Inc., a respected non-profit human services agency, is seeking a dedicated Master’s Level Clinician to join our Intensive Residential Treatment Program (IRTP) located in Westborough, MA. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of adolescents facing serious mental health challenges, while enjoying the benefits of a low caseload and no on-call duties.

About the Program

Our IRTP facilities serve male and female youth referred through the Department of Mental Health (DMH). These short-term, locked residential programs provide intensive therapeutic support to adolescents struggling with serious mental illness and/or severe emotional and behavioral disturbances. At NFI, we are committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative environment for both our clients and our staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning and implementation of clinical services tailored to the individual needs of each client.
• Conduct assessments for new referrals and arrange or perform testing and evaluations as needed.
• Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans in collaboration with program staff, external service providers, clients, and their families (when appropriate).
• Maintain accurate and compliant clinical records in accordance with funding source regulations.
• Provide one-on-one counseling as outlined in each client's treatment plan.
• Design and facilitate therapeutic groups to support clients in a structured milieu.
• Work closely with program management and staff to ensure a therapeutic environment that aligns with clinical best practices.
• Facilitate family meetings and home visits as part of the treatment process.
• Serve as a liaison with psychiatrists and other agencies providing auxiliary clinical services.
• Participate in case conferences, treatment meetings, and clinical reviews.
• Be familiar with and adhere to all program emergency procedures.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Manageable caseload: Work with a maximum of 7 trauma-related cases, allowing you to provide the focused attention each client deserves.
• No on-call duties: Enjoy a better work-life balance.
• Professional growth: Supervision hours for licensure are provided, helping you progress in your career.
• Impactful work: Make a difference by providing much-needed support to adolescents in crisis.

Qualifications:

• Completed Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field (required).
• Licensure eligible for LMHC, LICSW, or LMFT (required).
• Strong understanding of trauma and its impact on adolescent mental health.
• Prior experience working with adolescents and their families, with expertise in crisis stabilization and management.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and written communication skills.
• Must be fully vaccinated or willing to be vaccinated against COVID-19, in accordance with state regulations.

Salary: $70,000 annually

No on-call | Low caseload | Supervision hours for Licensure provided

NFI Massachusetts offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (multiple plan options)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with potential employer match
• 3 Weeks Paid Vacation + 11 Paid Holidays + Paid Sick Leave
• Company-Paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $2,500 per year)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)
• Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, Home & Auto, Legal Plan & more!
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

NFI Massachusetts Inc., is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We seek to empower individuals and support the diversity and inclusivity within our workforce.

NFI Massachusetts participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility as part of the I-9 verification process.