What are the responsibilities and job description for the In Home Clinician position at Wayside Youth & Family Support Network?
PACT-Y In Home Clinician - Community Based
Westboro/Canton - Office located in Framingham
Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00/year sign-on bonus (half paid after 30 days of employment and half paid after 90 days of employment; pro-rated for part-time).
Wayside Youth & Family Support Network’s Framingham site is hiring clinicians for an innovative, evidenced based model of treatment in Massachusetts, the Program for Assertive Community Treatment for Youth (PACT-Y). This program is a DMH funded, intensive, self-contained, community-based program, serving youth and their families. We are looking for individuals who are open to working a flexible schedule.
We provide a supportive culture that allows for a balance of personal responsibilities and professional development while contributing to the community. What you will do:
Work as part of a strong, collaborative, multidisciplinary team with the youth, young adults, caregivers and providers to ensure close collaboration and coordination of care.
Conduct individual and family counseling using trauma informed and culturally responsive interventions for youth and their families.
Encourage youth to have an active voice in their treatment.
Assist caregivers in navigating systems, to promote their awareness of resources and access to supports.
Empower caregivers with skills and strategies to support their child’s behavioral health needs.
Create care plans and interventions to support skill-based growth for clients.
Promote and strengthen family’s natural supports to foster a welcoming and supportive community for the youth.
Ensure that client’s rights are respected, particularly in regard to cultural competency.
Collaborate with other community-based organizations to provide services and care for clients.
Provide on-call support as part of a rotating schedule.
Competencies/Traits of Our Superstars:
Talent connecting with people
Strong communication skills –both written and verbal
Ability to assess and manage risk
Flexibility, creative thinking, and adapt to competing priorities.
Minimum Requirements:
Masters Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling or related field required.
Driving in the community is a requirement of this position; please ensure you have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.
Experience with substance use preferred
We will train you in: Motivational Interviewing; Courageous Conversations; Attachment, Regulation and Competency Model (ARC); Trauma Informed Practice; Substance Use Intervention; Risk and Safety Assessment.
Wayside welcomes equity-minded applicants whose values align with our goal of being a child welfare and behavioral health agency committed to anti-racism, social justice, and advocacy. Successful candidates are asked to be engaged in Wayside’s dedication to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Bilingual/bicultural and LGBTQ applicants are encouraged to apply!
Salary : $65,000 - $70,000
