Specialty Court Clinician

Behavioral Health Network, Inc (BHN); Greenfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

403(b)

Educational assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Behavioral Health Network, Inc (BHN) is seeking a qualified behavioral health professional to support court-based treatment services in Western Massachusetts. This role focuses on assessments, treatment planning, and care coordination for diverse participants within emerging adult and family court settings.

The position emphasizes trauma‑informed, recovery‑oriented practices with collaboration among judges, probation officers, and community providers to promote recovery and long‑term outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field required.
• Independent Massachusetts licensure (LICSW, LMHC) required.
• Three to five years of experience working with individuals with substance use disorders.
• Experience working with justice-involved adults or emerging adults.
• Knowledge of evidence‑based, trauma‑informed, and recovery‑oriented treatment practices.
• Experience treating co‑occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Familiarity with the Massachusetts specialty court system or collaborative criminal justice settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical screenings, comprehensive psychosocial assessments, and treatment planning for Emerging Adult Court participants and Family Court.
• Provide recommendations regarding appropriate levels of care and connect participants to community-based treatment and recovery supports.
• Collaborate closely with judges, probation officers, attorneys, and other court stakeholders as an integral member of the Emerging Adult Court team.
• Educate court personnel on clinical issues related to substance use disorders, co‑occurring mental health conditions, and recovery.
• Build strong relationships with community providers to expand treatment and support options for participants.
• Engage participants and their families to encourage treatment participation and long‑term recovery.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and stakeholder collaborations.
• Provide testimony to the court regarding participant progress when necessary.

Education

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

Independent Massachusetts licensure (LICSW, LMHC)

Job description

• Purpose-Driven Work – Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities throughout Western Massachusetts.


• Professional Growth – Access ongoing training, mentorship, career development, and advancement opportunities across one of the region's largest behavioral health organizations.


• Supportive Team Culture – Join a collaborative workplace guided by our HEART values: Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.


• Stability & Opportunity – Build your career with a well-established organization serving Western Massachusetts since 1938.


• Comprehensive Benefits – Generous PTO, 403(b), educational assistance, medical, dental, vision, employee assistance programs, and more.


• Certified Great Place to Work – Work for an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience.

What We Offer

• Purpose-Driven Work – Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities throughout Western Massachusetts.


• Professional Growth – Access ongoing training, mentorship, career development, and advancement opportunities across one of the region's largest behavioral health organizations.


• Supportive Team Culture – Join a collaborative workplace guided by our HEART values: Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.


• Stability & Opportunity – Build your career with a well-established organization serving Western Massachusetts since 1938.


• Comprehensive Benefits – Generous PTO, 403(b), educational assistance, medical, dental, vision, employee assistance programs, and more.


• Certified Great Place to Work – Work for an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience.

What You Will Do

As a key member of the multidisciplinary court team, you'll conduct clinical assessments, provide treatment recommendations, connect participants with community resources, and help shape individualized plans that promote recovery. If you're passionate about substance use treatment, trauma-informed care,

• Conduct clinical screenings, comprehensive psychosocial assessments, and treatment planning for Emerging Adult Court participants and Family Court.


• Provide recommendations regarding appropriate levels of care and connect participants to community-based treatment and recovery supports.


• Collaborate closely with judges, probation officers, attorneys, and other court stakeholders as an integral member of the Emerging Adult Court team.


• Educate court personnel on clinical issues related to substance use disorders, co‑occurring mental health conditions, and recovery.


• Build strong relationships with community providers to expand treatment and support options for participants.


• Engage participants and their families to encourage treatment participation and long‑term recovery.


• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and stakeholder collaborations.


• Provide testimony to the court regarding participant progress when necessary.

Who You Are

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.


• Independent Massachusetts licensure (LICSW, LMHC)


• Three to five years of experience working with individuals with substance use disorders.


• Experience working with justice-involved adults or emerging adults.


• Knowledge of evidence‑based, trauma‑informed, and recovery‑oriented treatment practices.


• Experience treating co‑occurring mental health and substance use disorders.


• Familiarity with the Massachusetts specialty court system or collaborative criminal justice settings.

PAY RANGE: $38.00 - $42.00 per hour

This position is covering courts in both Pittsfield and Greenfield. On Wednesday there is a requirement to be in Greenfield. This is a hybrid position.

We Hire for HEART!

Since 1938, BHN has delivered high-quality, culturally responsive behavioral health care, building deep roots in Western Massachusetts while expanding our impact in communities throughout the state. Our core values—Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork—guide how we lead, serve, and support one another. If you’re ready to bring your skills and experience to a mission‑driven organization where your work can make a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you.

BHN is committed to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.