Description

　　Out at Home, a program of Waltham House within the Home for Little Wanderers, seeks a Clinician for their outpatient treatment program supporting LGBTIA-identifying people and their families.

　　Essential Functions

　　Provide individual and group therapy services with specialization and focus on substance use as primary diagnossi and substance use comorbidity.

　　Provide case management services; act as a liaison with collateral agencies and programs; establish and maintain relationship services that support client and family’s growth. Act as an advocate for clients. Help clients develop the skills needed to navigate the social service system.

　　Utilize treatment modalities that are consistent with program goals and that best fit with clients’ age and treatment needs, including play/expressive therapy, group therapy and family therapy.

　　Utilize evidence based treatment modalities for effective support of clients with substance use related disorders, including motivational interviewing, CBT, DBT and trauma informed care approaches.

　　Perform initial assessment and evaluation of new clients and families. Identify treatment needs and barriers to growth and development. Design treatment plans that address and specify outcomes. Collaborate with clients and family members to develop treatment objectives. Demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity.

　　Work as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide quality care. Attend staff meetings and case conferences; present client material. Consult with supervisor and team members on challenging or difficult client issues. Facilitate communication between various providers.

　　Submit reports, documentation and billing in a timely manner. Ensure that documentation meets utilization review and quality assurance standards.

　　Attend in-service training and outside seminars to enhance and develop clinical skills

　　Provide substance us treatment and best practice training, workshops and consultations to teachers, parents and collateral staff

　　Engage in program expansion and development including outreach and marketing of program and services as well as development of new services and practices.

　　Provide on-call coverage and crisis intervention as needed

　　May be required to carry mobile device

　　Meet weekly productivity expectations

　　Perform other duties as assigned

　　Driving Requirements

　　May be required to operate a vehicle

　　May be required to have a valid driver’s license and a “satisfactory” driving record

　　May be required to have access to a personal vehicle for use during work hours

　　Education and Experience

　　Master’s degree in social work, mental health or related discipline

　　May be licensed as in independent practitioner in the state of Massachusetts

　　May or may not have program specific experience

　　Excellent cultural awareness and sensitivity

　　Computer literate, including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer, with the ability to learn new software applications

　　Must have knowledge and demonstrated affirmation skills related to LGBTQ+ identities

　　LADC strongly preferred

　　Physical Requirements

　　Frequent walking, standing, climbing stairs. Regular lifting and carrying of objects, files, food and/or children.,

　　Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.

　　The above is intended to describe the general content and requirements of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities, or skills required of personnel so classified.What The Home Can Offer You

　　In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth we serve, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

　　Generous time off including up to 20 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, 5 sick days, and 2 personal days

　　Health and Dental Insurance that is effective immediately upon hire

　　Extensive training to new staff

　　Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,400 per fiscal year

　　403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match

　　Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

　　And more!

　　Valuing Diversity

　　We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.

　　Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

　　The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)