Social Worker (MSW)

Arbor Associates; Middleton (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

13-week contract

Job summary

Arbor Associates in Middleton, MA is seeking a Social Worker (MSW) Clinician for a Juvenile Justice Program. The position is a 13-week contract with a daytime schedule and Monday–Friday work.

The hourly pay ranges from $38 to $48, depending on licensure. The role involves providing individual and group therapy, family sessions, treatment planning, intake assessments, and coordination with families and community partners under supervision of a Clinical Director.

Qualifications

• MSW degree required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual therapy to an assigned caseload of youth.
• Facilitate therapeutic groups four times per week, including DBT and substance abuse groups.
• Provide family therapy sessions as needed.
• Facilitate monthly treatment meetings for assigned youth.
• Develop an individual service plan for each youth covering education, health, social, psychological, and psychiatric services; cognitive, behavioral, individual, group, and family therapy; and medical and dental care.
• Ensure each youth’s intake is completed thoroughly, including the suicide and safety screening.
• Maintain consistent communication with parents, guardians, and collateral agencies. Support community reintegration planning and serve as a liaison between youth and their community connections as they transition toward greater independence.
• Ensure behavior management practices are followed on all shifts, and help educate program staff about therapeutic practices and interventions.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Director and fellow residential clinicians.
• Maintain clinical files and appropriate documentation.
• Other duties as assigned by the Clinical Director, within the scope of the approved job description.

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Social Worker (MSW) Clinician (Juvenile Justice Program) Location: Middleton, MA Salary Range: $38 – $48 / hour (dependent on licensure) Employment Type: Contract, 13 weeks

REASONS TO JOIN ARBOR

• Over 45 Years of Experience — With decades of experience, we know how to support our staff and help them succeed in the programs they serve.
• Compensation: Competitive Pay — $38–$48/hour based on licensure and experience.
• Benefits — Eligible employees receive access to health, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Flexibility: Defined Assignment — A 13‑week contract with a clear start, a clear end, and a consistent Monday–Friday daytime schedule.
• Flexible Scheduling — We understand life is dynamic, and we’re here to support your needs.
• Diverse Assignments — We partner with hundreds of programs across behavioral health, education, and allied healthcare, offering you a wide range of future opportunities.
• Available to You: Dedicated Support — You’ll have a dedicated Arbor point of contact at every stage of working with us.
• 24/7 Availability — Our team is on call around the clock to support you.
• Transparent Communication — Prompt, clear communication so you’re never left in the dark.
• Supportive, Respectful Culture — Our field associates are the most important part of our team.
• Tailored Training — We ensure our associates are appropriately prepared for the programs they support.
• Growth: Performance Reviews — Regular feedback and reviews to help you grow professionally.
• Career Pathing / Development — For reliable, dedicated individuals, we offer opportunities for further training and certifications, opening doors to higher‑paying positions.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The program is a secure residential juvenile justice program in Middleton, MA providing assessment and treatment for court‑involved youth who have been committed with a treatment time assignment. It is designed to help youth recognize the behaviors that brought them into the system and build the skills to change their thinking and choices. Youth take part in daily school, individual and group counseling, and structured activities that promote accountability, responsibility, and self‑reliance, along with recreation that teaches healthy ways of interacting with others. Clinicians work under the supervision of an independently licensed Clinical Director as part of a team of residential clinicians.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide individual therapy to an assigned caseload of youth.
• Facilitate therapeutic groups four times per week, including DBT and substance abuse groups.
• Provide family therapy sessions as needed.
• Facilitate monthly treatment meetings for assigned youth.
• Develop an individual service plan for each youth covering education, health, social, psychological, and psychiatric services; cognitive, behavioral, individual, group, and family therapy; and medical and dental care.
• Ensure each youth’s intake is completed thoroughly, including the suicide and safety screening.
• Maintain consistent communication with parents, guardians, and collateral agencies.Support community reintegration planning and serve as a liaison between youth and their community connections as they transition toward greater independence.
• Ensure behavior management practices are followed on all shifts, and help educate program staff about therapeutic practices and interventions.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Director and fellow residential clinicians.
• Maintain clinical files and appropriate documentation.
• Other duties as assigned by the Clinical Director, within the scope of the approved job description.