What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Professional - Early Intervention position at Kennedy-Donovan Center?
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At KDC we are on a mission to empower and support all people to meet their full potential in a world where every individual and family thrive, no matter the circumstances.
About this role:
The Mental Health Professional role is part of a team of specialists that provide family-centered services that support and enable families to meet their child’s individual needs through education, training, and support. You will work with families in a hybrid of telehealth and in-person sessions to provide services. While working closely and learning from a team of specialists who are experts in children’s physical, cognitive, communication, social, emotional, and adaptive development. In addition to on-the-job learning, KDC offers professional development activities and training necessary to maintain relevant certifications and licensures.
Schedule: Full-Time and Part-Time available!
We are looking for people who have:
- Master’s degree in one or more of the following: counseling psychology, clinical psychology, developmental psychology, or educational psychology
- Must possess current licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) by the Massachusetts Board of Allied Mental Health and Human Services Professionals
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
- A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
The physical requirements for this role:
- Frequent movement within classroom including but not limited to kneeling, bending, sitting, lifting, and positioning of students
- Ability to lift 50 pounds alone, 51 pounds with the assistance of another person or adaptive equipment
In this role, you'll get to:
- Partner with families to identify each child’s strengths and developmental needs
- Together develop an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)
- Work closely with a transdisciplinary team on program planning and delivery of services
- Oversee case management and referral services to assigned caseload
- Conduct home visits to provide developmental stimulation, parent training, and support
- Facilitate parent/child and/or child groups
- Complete reports of assessments, progress reports, IFSPs, and discharge summaries
- Maintain appropriate communication with physicians, clinics, and community agencies participating in each child’s care
- Expected to maintain agency and program productivity expectations.
KDC values a diverse workforce. We are committed to a culture of equality and inclusivity that fosters dialog, innovation, compassion, respect, and collaboration. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, ethnicity, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, neurodiversity, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Your uniqueness drives our excellence!
