Outpatient Forensic Clinician

Advocates; Waltham, Middletown (MA, CT); On-site; USD 63,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals and families. As an Outpatient Forensic Clinician, you will provide essential mental health and substance abuse evaluations, offer individual and family therapy, and collaborate with various agencies. This role not only allows you to impact the community positively but also provides opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you're passionate about helping others and are ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this position is for you.

Benefits

Generous Work-Life Balance

Room for Advancement

Strong Community Support

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• MSW or MA in related field required.
• 1+ years of outpatient experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health evaluations and treatment to clients.
• Collaborate with schools and social services as needed.
• Maintain up-to-date client records and treatment plans.

Skills

Mental Health Evaluation

Substance Abuse Counseling

Individual and Family Therapy

Cultural Competence

Electronic Health Record Documentation

Interpersonal Skills

Written Communication

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW)

Master's Degree in a Related Field

Tools

Electronic Health Record Systems

Job description

Overview

*Salary:$63,835 -$80,828*

The Outpatient Forensic Clinician will provide comprehensive outpatientcounseling/therapy to children, adults and familiies in need of services.

Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employement and room for advancement. We are a strong-knit community that values the ideas and contributions from our staff.

Are you ready to make a difference?

Minimum Education Required

Master's Degree

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health and substance abuse evaluations to children, adults and families.
• Provide individual and family treatment to children, adults and families.
• Provide consultation to schools and social service agencies as needed.
• Collaborate with legal system such as probation and parole departments
• Provide outreach services to clients as needed.
• Maintain up to date client records including written evaluations, treatment plans, quarterly reviews, termination summaries and progress notes in accordance with division deadlines.
• Coordinate home visits and maintain contact with client’s families, as appropriate.
• Advocate for client’s needs within the program as well as with external agencies.

• Attend trainings as assigned; maintain necessary certification.

• Attends and actively participates in supervision and staff meetings

Qualifications

• MSW degree or MA in related field from an accredited college/university.
• One year of experience working within an outpatient setting.
• Educational and/or professional experience pertaining to forensic mental health counseling.
• Strong computer knowledge. Ability to use an Electronic Health Record to document medical necessary clinical services.
• Strongly prefer that a candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.
• Excellent written skills and ability to communicate effectively in the primary language of the program/programs to which assigned.
• High energy level, superior interpersonal skills and ability to function in a team atmosphere.
• Commitment to Advocates values and mission.
• Must hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport clients.

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.