Youth Clinician — Hybrid, Evidence‑Based Youth Services

ADP, Inc.; Worcester (MA); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The Institute for Health and Recovery (IHR) in Worcester, MA is seeking a Youth Clinician to engage youth (12-24) and families in evidence-based treatment across schools, homes, and community settings. The role emphasizes trauma-informed care and collaboration with partners to address co-occurring substance use and mental health needs.

The position is full-time, exempt, 40 hours weekly, and hybrid (remote and on-site) based in Worcester.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field required.
• Clinical license (LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT) preferred, but not required.
• Previous clinical experience working with youth, young adults, families who are at risk of or impacted by substance use disorders/co-occurring disorders.
• Bi-lingual/bi-cultural candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
• Strong understanding of family-centered, trauma-informed, evidence-based care to support the population of focus.
• Ability to conduct high quality clinical services while maintaining all agency regulatory and ethical standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse cultural groups and in community-based settings.
• Ability to establish a relatable and approachable connection with youth.
• Good organizational and communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Engage youth in community-based substance use clinical services that are client-centered, trauma-informed, and evidence-based.
• Actively engage in outreach to increase awareness of prevention, intervention, and treatment services for youth impacted by substance use.
• Collaborate with youth, families, and community collaterals to enhance motivation and reduce barriers to treatment.
• Complete training and certification processes in evidence-based practices, including Adolescent Community Reinforcement Approach (A-CRA).
• Use a collaborative approach to provide screening, assessment, and treatment plan development for youth and families.
• Facilitate discharge planning including aftercare.
• Provide wrap-around and case management services by assisting youth and families in identifying and accessing community resources, natural supports, and opportunities that support goals.
• Engage in agency meetings, team meetings, and professional development.
• Work in collaboration with the Program Manager, youth team, and referral sources.
• Maintain all written reports and records (including electronic health records and documentation required by grant) accurately and in timely manner.
• Communicate with team using cloud-based shared calendars, timesheets and check in with supervisors.
• Attend team and agency staff meetings.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Youth-focused

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Advanced degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field

Job description

The Institute for Health and Recovery (IHR) in Worcester, MA is seeking a Youth Clinician to engage youth (12-24) and families in evidence-based treatment across schools, homes, and community settings. The role emphasizes trauma-informed care and collaboration with partners to address co-occurring substance use and mental health needs.

The position is full-time, exempt, 40 hours weekly, and hybrid (remote and on-site) based in Worcester.