Youth Behavioral Health Therapist — Crisis Counseling

Bridge Over Troubled Water; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Training opportunities

Job summary

Bridge Over Troubled Waters in Boston, MA is seeking a Behavioral Health Therapist to provide and coordinate substance use and mental health services to young people, including intake, assessments, individual counseling, and group planning under the Director of Clinical Services.

The role requires flexibility to respond to crises, strong documentation, and collaboration with outside agencies; the position offers a salary of $67,000 to $72,000 and a benefits package including PTO,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field required.
• At least 1 year of experience providing clinical services.
• Licensure preferred (LCSW, LICSW, LMFT, LMHC).

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed intake evaluations for young people, serving as a welcoming and supportive first contact.
• Provide 20–30 hours of weekly direct client contact with counseling and crisis intervention.
• Create and facilitate specialized group curricula for young adults.
• Assess client needs and develop individualized service plans using evidence-based protocols (CBT, DBT, CPT).
• Maintain contact with collateral contacts and provide referrals to treatment and services.
• Complete documentation including intake, exit notes, progress notes, assessments, and service plans.
• Participate in weekly meetings and supervision, and attend trainings.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Youth-focused empathy

Communication skills

Education

MSW/Counseling/Psychology degree

Job description

Bridge Over Troubled Waters in Boston, MA is seeking a Behavioral Health Therapist to provide and coordinate substance use and mental health services to young people, including intake, assessments, individual counseling, and group planning under the Director of Clinical Services.

The role requires flexibility to respond to crises, strong documentation, and collaboration with outside agencies; the position offers a salary of $67,000 to $72,000 and a benefits package including PTO,