Part time Permanency Coach/ Social Worker/ Therapeutic Mentor/

Becket Family of Services; Leominster (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k/403b

Paid time off

Job summary

Becket Family of Services in Leominster, Massachusetts, is seeking a part-time Permanency Coach/Social Worker/Therapeutic Mentor. The role involves supporting clients to strengthen relationships and provide counseling. A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or a related field is required.

The ideal candidate will be bilingual, have experience in human services, and possess strong mentoring skills. Comprehensive benefits, including health and professional training, are provided.

Qualifications

• Candidates with additional Therapy, Psychology, Counselor, and/or Mental Health licensures are encouraged to apply.
• 2+ years experience preferred, but will train the right candidate.
• Valid driver’s license with insured transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in building lifelong connections.
• Provide support and counseling to clients and families.
• Complete documentation according to Becket policies.

Skills

Strength-based counseling

Mentoring

Bilingual (English / Spanish)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, Mental Health Counseling, or related field

Job description

Part time Permanency Coach/ Social Worker/ Therapeutic Mentor/

Full-time

The Becket Family of Services has been providing services to youth and families for over 50 years. With 45 locations and the broadest umbrella of services offered in the area, we lead the human services field in New England. Becket's rapid and sustained growth in the area shows a commitment not only to those we serve, but also to people and our community.

Office Culture and Values

The community-based office in Lawrence is a tight-knit group of professionals providing intensive services to families in the community. Within the service model, the Becket team is able to work closely with families in their own environment, creating the best possibility for lasting impact. The Becket team is skilled in providing trauma-sensitive treatment and maintains a trauma-informed approach within all operations. Becket Lawrence provides a supportive work environment, with an open-door policy, that allows employees to pursue their passions and collaborate closely with other team members. Becket emphasizes the importance of professional development. Internal and external training opportunities are provided and encouraged. Weekly clinical supervision is provided for all employees and a weekly team meeting provides a space for additional case conceptualization and team communication. In addition, licensure supervision is available for qualifying clinicians. The Becket Lawrence office is committed to the well-being of its employees and self-care is an integral part of the culture.

Job Description

The role of the PC is to assist clients in strengthening and establishing lifelong connections that will facilitate success throughout their lives. Working as part of a team that is led by the Permanency Specialists (PS), the PC meets with clients to provide support and counseling to them, their parents and family members. PCs are expected to work independently and be guided by the treatment plan. PC’s typically provide some or all of the following services: strength-based counseling and support that includes working with the school or employer (if applicable), to monitor functioning and activities and provide coaching based on interests and or needs. This could include job searching, monitoring school attendance, finding pro-social community-based activities and encouraging the youth to engage in the activities that may assist in building their self-esteem and the positive connections that they have.

Representative Duties

• Meet individually with clients, or with family if identified by PS directives, and meet hours required by contract with DCF or DMH
• Provide mentoring and identify client and family strengths
• Communicate with local schools and/or job sites if appropriate
• Support clients in completing community service if appropriate
• Support clients and their families at night &on weekends as needed or when on call
• Set up pro-social activities for clients in their home community
• Attend court as requested by the PS.
• Provide transportation when necessary and appropriate as determined by treatment team goals
• Complete appropriate sections of weekly and progress reports, in accordance with Becket policies and regulatory requirements
• Complete and file documentation in accordance with Becket timelines, including SOAP notes and Gateway Delivery
• Attend supervision as requested by supervisor, at a minimum of weekly
• Attend office and Treatment Team meetings
• Inform the creation of treatment plans and be guided by the treatment goals
• Provide case management assistance including: community resource referrals and outreach, school outreach/collaboration, employment outreach.
• Establish and facilitate support group activities in the community that foster growth including Adult Living, Job Search, Networking, Physical Health, Social Skills and individual client passions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, Mental Health Counseling, or related field, with an emphasis in Human Services and Family Systems
• Candidates with additional Therapy, Psychology, Counselor, and/or Mental Health licensures, certifications, and/or trainings are encouraged to apply (i.e. Behavior Analyst - BCBA).
• Bilingual (English / Spanish)
• 2+ years experience preferred, but will train the right candidate
• Valid driver’s license with insured transportation
• Position required background check, driving, and other record checks

Benefits

We are industry leaders with our top tier compensation and benefits offerings. Comprehensive benefits package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k/403b, Life Insurance, AD&D, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Wellness programs, Flexible Spending Account, Legal Services, Employee discount programs, Paid time off, telemedicine, Employee Assistance Program, Travel assistance, Professional Training in support of continued Professional Growth and Development.

Job Type

Full-time