Simmons College School of Social Work

Temp FT Case Mgr

Hiring Company: Second Step: Transitional Living Program
Location: Newton, MA

Job Description

Background: The Second Step (TSS) seeks to break the cycle of domestic violence, one family at a time, by providing services to women and their children that enable them to remain free from abusive relationships and lead productive lives. The women who enter our program have already successfully taken the first step away from domestic violence; we provide and connect them with a broad range of services/referrals including transitional housing, job training and placement, legal services, parenting support, and psychological counseling.

Job Duration: May 12 – August 29, 2008

Hours: Full-time 40 Hours a week.  Roughly 9-5. Once a week 12:00 – 8:00 pm,  the point is to connect with residents.

Primary Objectives: The Case Manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining a supportive residential environment for survivors and their children to move forward in their lives. The residence typically houses 8 families at a time. The Case Manager is expected to implement case management tasks within the philosophical framework of the agency - advocacy stance, trauma-informed perspective, nurturing while holding residents accountable. 

Requirements/Qualifications

Candidates need to have case management experience, preferably working with survivors of domestic violence/trauma.  It is helpful to have a background working with substance use/abuse issues.  While a Master's degree is preferred, life and job experience are definitely considered. Applicants must be comfortable operating as a team member in a multi-cultural, residential setting. A successful candidate will be flexible, have a sense of humor, and be committed to serving families that are determined to move beyond domestic violence. 

Contact Information

If you are interested, please send a cover letter and resume to Jacqueline Badeau, at jbadeau@thesecondstep.org   Or mail to: Jacqueline Badeau, Residential Program Director, The Second Step, P.O. Box 600213, Newton, MA,  02460.

Salary Information: Commensurate with experience, typically high 30’s. Three weeks vacation, 12 paid holidays, sick time. Agency contributes to health and dental insurance.

Director of Clinical Services

Hiring Company: Multi-service Eating Disorders Assoc (MEDA)
Location: Newton, MA

Job Description

 General Responsibilities:
 
• Manage and supervise Director of Education and Outreach weekly
• Supervise all clinical interns
• Oversee all clinical services and programs and ensure their high quality and integrity
• Create and implement new methods of program expansion
• Create new marketing strategies for clinical services
• Assist with writing and securing clinical grants
• Assist with the development of the budget and manage funds within budgetary constraints
• Disperse funds in accordance with budget
• Act as liaison to eating disorder community
• Ensure the continual expansion of MEDA’s presence, mission and strength within the communities it serves
• Coordinate professional membership and peer supervision groups
• Do specific tasks on an as needed basis
 
Clinical Responsibilities:
 
• Provide  clinical services to outpatient clients including: assessments, evaluations, coaching sessions and support groups
• Complete all clinical documentations as required
• Supervise and train group leaders as needed
• Oversee clinical trainings offered to staff and consultants
• Oversee all clinical issues as needed
• On-call as needed for clinical emergencies
• Provide educational trainings to the community through CTC branch/public speaking.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Must possess a Masters Degree in Social Work from an accredited College or University and have current licensure in the state of Massachusetts.
• Must have at least three years experience working in the field of eating disorders.

Contact Information

Please contact Beth Mayer at 617-558-1881 x21 or beth.mayer@medainc.org

Social Worker

Hiring Company: Northeast Gyn Associates
Location: Methuen, occasionally in Attleboro

Job Description

The position is working with a gynecological group with 3 facilities(Methuen, Attleboro,Lynn). The position involves counseling women considering pregnancy termination and supervising a busy centralized phone center. Diverse primarily middle and low income patient population.

Requirements/Qualifications

BA or MA in Social Work. The candidate must be a strong supporter of reproductive choice.

Contact Information

Please send resume and cover letter to Marcus Gordon, M.D. at mgordon@northeastgyn.com

Salary Information: Very generous compensation package.

School Social Worker/School Services Clinicians

Hiring Company: Baird Center for Children and Families
Location: Burlington, VT

Job Description

Seeking experienced school social workers/school services clinicians for anticipated full and part-time openings for the 2008/2009 school year.  The positions serve children grades Pre-K – 12 and their families and are in partnership with Chittenden County schools.

Requirements/Qualifications

Candidates should possess strong case management, clinical and group facilitation skills and be strong team players.  Preferred applicants should have an MSW and experience with schools, family outreach, parent education, consultation and collaborative expertise

Contact Information

Send cover letter and resume to Kym Asam, Assistant Director of School Services at the Baird Center for Children and Families, 1138 Pine St., Burlington, VT.  05401.

Child Services Coordinator

Hiring Company: Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange, Inc
Location: Boston, MA

Job Description

The Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), a private non-profit organization that recruits adoptive homes for children in foster care, is seeking a full time Child Services Coordinator.  This position is available as a result of an agency reorganization.  Major responsibilities include developing, coordinating and administering the individual child recruitment plans for a particular group of waiting children that are registered with MARE.  This includes registering and matching the children, writing child profiles for the Photolisting book and for print media sources, coordinating and attending TV recruitment tapings and monitoring the progress of each child toward a successful match.  This is one of the four positions that make up the child services team. 

Requirements/Qualifications

Successful candidates will have a bachelor’s degree and some human service experience.  Familiarity with the child welfare system preferred.  The Child Services Coordinator must have strong computer, written and verbal communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.   The ideal candidate must be self-motivated and able to work both independently and as a team member.  A valid driver’s license and the use of a car are also required. 

Contact Information

Email: tracys@mareinc.org  Fax: (617) 542-1006  By mail to Associate Director, Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange, Inc., 45 Franklin Street, Boston, MA  02110, (617) 542-3678  www.mareinc.org

Family Support Services Director

Hiring Company: Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange, Inc.
Location: Boston, MA

Job Description

The Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), a private non-profit organization that recruits adoptive homes for children in foster care, is seeking a full time Family Support Services Director.  This person is responsible for assessing, developing, coordinating and implementing the new Family Support Services Program beginning July 1, 2008.  This program will improve both the outreach that draws inquiries from families and the follow-through that keeps prospective parents on track towards adoption.  This individual is responsible for developing an updated system for tracking families who are interested in adopting from foster care; assessing systemic challenges in the adoption process; and developing educational and supportive programs to meet the needs of families who are interested in adopting. 

Requirements/Qualifications

Successful candidates will have a master’s degree in social work with at least two years of child welfare experience, preferably in foster care adoption.  Strong communication (written and verbal), organizational and interpersonal skills are required.  The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, and able to work both independently and as a team member.  This position requires creativity, program development expertise and experience working with groups. This position will include supervisory responsibilities as the program grows, therefore will require this prior experience.  A valid driver’s license and the use of a car are also required. 

Contact Information

How to Apply: e-mail: lisaf@mareinc.org, FAX: (617) 542-1006  By mail: Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange, Inc., 45 Franklin Street, Boston, MA  02110, attn: Executive Director.  www.mareinc.org

PT (16hrs) Clinical Coordinator

Hiring Company: Arbour HRI
Location: Brookline, MA

Job Description

Part-Time (16hours) Clinical Coordinator needed for a New Evening Dual Diagnosis Program at Arbour- HRI Hospital in Brookline.  We provide treatment for men and women who have co-occurring psychiatric and substance abuse disorder.  Program hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00-9:30.  The program accommodates clients who cannot attend day treatment due to daytime scheduling conflicts such as work or school.  Our philosophy endorses stabilization, personal growth and skills building, psycho-education, group therapy and harm reduction.   Responsibilities include but are not limited to case management, carrying patients and working with their insurance and outpatient treatment teams, conducting intakes and discharges, and leading therapy groups.

Requirements/Qualifications

Required LICSW.  We are looking for someone with strong group therapy skills who is creative, works well on a team, and who has a passion for the dual diagnosis population.  We are looking for someone interested in being part of a new program.

Contact Information

Please send resume and cover letter to Alberta.Sholder@uhs.inc

Clinicians

Hiring Company: Community Substance Abuse Services
Location: Woburn, MA

Job Description

New Grads and Experienced clinicians. Make a difference!  Be a part of our dynamic, multi-disciplinary team.  Full-time masters level clinicians needed for growing out-patient addictions treatment programs on the North Shore.  Unique opportunity to provide long-term individual therapy, as well as group therapy, within an accredited treatment program. Professional environment with an experienced, highly supportive team.

Exceptional benefit package, including:

• Nine paid holidays PLUS 27 additional days off per year. 
• Generous continuing education allowance with paid training days off. 
• 401K with company contribution.
• Plus more….

Contact Information

Please send resume to: Jayne Wilson, jayne.wilson@csachelp.com

Salary Information: Excellent salary, with $5,000. sign-on bonus.

Director

Hiring Company: Metrowest Interfaith Hospitality Network
Location: Natick, MA

Job Description

The Metrowest IHN is a cooperative interfaith partnership offering hope to homeless families with children through safe transitional shelter, meals and supportive case management as they seek permanent housing. We are seeking an enthusiastic, outgoing and compassionate individual to coordinate and manage the day to day operations.

Job Objective: To manage the day to day operations and to coordinate the program components of the Metrowest Interfaith Hospitality Network including the host congregations, volunteers, referring and supporting agencies, hospitality (day) center, and transportation, for the effective provision of services to homeless guests.

To manage the intake screening, comprehensive case management, assessments/referral, housing assistance and group work to assist homeless families to become self-sufficient. This position is also responsible for assisting with program development and implementation.

Responsibilities:
• Provide case management to all guest families. Respond to referrals and conduct intake assessments with prospective families.  Assist in providing case management, developing individual service plans, making referrals and coordinating services.  Meet with guests to monitor their progress.

• Manage all aspects of the Network including schedules, service delivery and safety standards to assure a smooth operation.

• Communicate regularly with referring and supporting agencies and the hospitality center staff. Actively participate in providers’ groups and other social service agencies in an effort to identify affordable housing.

• Organize and schedule transportation including driver  and van maintenance.  Manage schedule changes and any other transportation matters.

• Develop close working relationships with participating congregations and their clergy and volunteer leadership.  Provide support and technical assistance in all areas of host and support congregations’ set up and program implementation, including recruitment and training volunteers, logistical preparations and smooth transition between congregations and conduct volunteer training for each host congregation thereafter.

• Plan Network Committee agenda and convene the Network Committee of all host and support congregation coordinators on a quarterly basis.

• Maintain statistical records of the clients that come through the network for funding purposes.  Provide monthly statistics to Board and yearly statistics to the national office.

• Hire, train, supervise and manage all full and part time support staff necessary to conduct the daily operations.

• Set up and participate in the after hours call system for emergencies

• Assist in the development of the operating budget.  Monitor the budget to control expenses.  Record all revenue coming into the program. Coordinate appropriate Board committees operating needs and revenue sources. Development improvement and replacement plans for budgeting purposes.

• Coordinate master schedule of host congregations, updating as necessary to reflect ongoing changes.

• Represent the Network to the public and media as appropriate and in coordination with Board Public Relations Communications.

• Assist the Board in fund raising activities and appearances as needed. 

• Maintain reporting relationship to Board Chair, providing monthly summary on operations and relevant issues

• Attend Board meetings upon invitation, provide program report and work with members or sub-committees as necessary.  Attend community-based meetings to build and maintain a relationship with area agencies.

•  Attend Sunday evening host site transition each week to connect with the coordinator, reinforce the support of the congregation in addition to the individual rules and guidelines of the host site, and fully represent the Network at the host site every week.

•  Responsible for volunteer appreciation and recognition events

Requirements/Qualifications

Organized, enthusiastic individual with good judgment and compassion for others. Individual must be independent, self-motivated, reliable, passionate about our mission with a tolerant spirit to interact with a variety of local faith-based congregations. Background should include management experience and demonstrated ability to interact with congregations, volunteers and agency representatives. Position requires a valid driver’s license.
 
 Education and Experience
• B.A. degree with background in human services or related field: M.S.W .preferred
• Three or more years experience in a social service environment (including case management) and knowledge of community services.
• Experience in organizing, supervising and managing a nonprofit program, employees and volunteers.
• Experience with fundraising and grant writing
 
Skills
• Counseling skills: ability and experience in counseling clients in a social service setting
• Communication skills, oral and written: ability to make presentations to large groups
• Planning and organizational skills: ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Interpersonal skills: ability to work effectively with a wide range of people
• Leadership skills: ability to make decisions, solve problems, delegate tasks and responsibilities

Contact Information

Please send resume and cover letter to ihnjob@rcn.com

Director of Development

Hiring Company: Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence
Location: Boston, MA

Job Description

Overall responsibility for development and implementation of all fundraising activities to generate agency revenue including development of annual and long-term fundraising plans, major donor program, corporate and foundation relations, annual appeals, and special events including the annual Silk Road Gala. The Director of Development provides staff support to the Development Committee of the Board of Directors, is a member of the Senior Management Team, and reports to the Executive Director.

Duties include but are not limited to:
• Supervise and manage the development team – two grant writers and a Development and Communications Associate.
• Develop fundraising strategy with the Development Committee.
• Develop budget to ensure adequate funding to meet program needs.
• Identify opportunities for new funding initiatives including local and national prospects.
• Develop comprehensive and proactive individual and major donor programs including prospect identification, solicitation strategies, cultivation, stewardship, and upgrading campaigns.
• Develop and lead strategy to position Executive Director and agency to leverage existing relationships with current donors and funders.
• Identify opportunities for new cultivation and fundraising events; evaluate and re-energize existing events.
• Oversee the production of Annual Report and coordinate the Annual Meeting with the Executive Assistant.
• Oversee database maintenance (SAGE or similar fundraising management software) and gift acknowledgement process for donors.
• Develop communications and marketing strategies to support and leverage all fundraising activities.
• Manage fundraising events with support from staff and external contractor.
• Identify media placements and other marketing opportunities.
• Work in conjunction with the Outreach Department to develop the annual newsletter and ensure that acknowledgment of donors is in place.
• Identify and cultivate other potential funding sources and public relations opportunities.
• Participate in outreach activities when needed.
• Attend external fundraising events.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years experience in nonprofit development.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher education preferred.
• Demonstrated success in fundraising and meeting fundraising goals.
• Excellent communication skills including oral, written, and interpersonal.
• Ability to lead and motivate volunteers and staff.
• Knowledge of funding community in Greater Boston area and understanding of national philanthropic resources.
• Familiarity with social and human service programs and immigrant and refugee communities preferred.
• Experience in public relations.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Experience working in a multi-cultural setting.
• Computer literacy and knowledge of database management.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects.
• Ability to work with flexibility.
• Knowledge of Asian cultures helpful, but not required.

Contact Information

Submit your cover letter and résumé to Kozue Sawame at kozue@atask.org

Social Worker

Hiring Company: Crossroads Family Shelter
Location: East Boston, MA

Job Description

Crossroads Family Shelter, in East Boston, is seeking a full time social worker to add to our social service team.

Responsibilities:
1. Meet with and assess families upon intake to develop an appropriate service plan. Identify mental health, substance abuse, and health and safety concerns. Suggest appropriate referrals and services.
2. Provide crisis intervention, on going counseling, and general support to families.
3. Facilitate house meetings, which function as a forum for announcements, problem solving, team building, promote healthy communication skills, and provide support for families.
4. Plan, develop, and facilitate group couseling and/or support meetings based on the needs of the house.
5. Facilitate clinical meetings with social service staff and interns.
6. Provide input on policies, employee evaluations, and program evaluations.

Requirements/Qualifications

A licensed and/or masters level is desired. Experience in the social service field. Compassionate and empowering. Ability to lead a team, problem solve and be creative.

Contact Information

Mail or email resume and a thoughtful cover letter Attn: Linda Ploude to: Crossroads Family Shelter, 56 Havre Street, East Boston, MA 02128, Telephone: (617)567-5926, Email: lploude@comcast.net or leah@ebcrossroads.org

 

STATE WIDE HOTLINE - SafeLink Coordinator

Hiring Company: Casa Myrna Vasquez
Location: Boston, MA

Job Description

This position is responsible for planning, implementation, day-to-day management of and service delivery quality control of the Statewide Hotline Program. The Coordinator provides structured and ad-hoc clinical and programmatic supervision to the hotline advocates. This position is the liaison to Department of Social Services (DSS), Jane Doe member programs, and other agencies as appropriate. The Coordinator recommends hiring of, trains and supervises hotline staff, interns and volunteers. This person manages systems, oversees record keeping and prepares monthly and periodic reports, as needed. This person also works on outreach and communications planning for the hotline. The SafeLink Hotline Coordinator ensures that all activities in this program are in compliance with Casa Myrna Vazquez’ policies and mission, as well as those set forth by DSS. This position is a management position and reports to the Director Community Services.

Requirements/Qualifications

Hold a degree in social work, women’s studies, or related field, and experience working in a community organization or social service organization doing crisis intervention, advocacy or program development (Bachelors degree plus four years experience, or Masters degree plus two years experience)

• Comprehensive experience working with victims of domestic violence and/or sensitivity to the needs of victims of domestic violence; 
  
• Excellent listening skills; ability to relate to women in crisis over the phone, ability to stay calm under pressure or in the face of a crisis; 
  
• Two years (minimum) experience in supervision of diverse staff ; 
  
• Experience working with diverse communities; 
  
•  Demonstrated experience with program development and implementation processes; 
  
•  Familiarity with budget/contract management; 
  
• Good organizational skills, ability to work independently; 
  
• Knowledgeable about statewide agencies and resources and with the range of policies and procedures of human service agencies; 
  
• Ability to create a safe, supportive environment for SafeLink staff, volunteers and interns; commitment to Casa Myrna Vazquez, Inc.’s mission statement;
  
• Ability to manage a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends; 
  
• Computer literacy in word processing and database applications; 
  
•  Fluency in Spanish or Portuguese preferred.

Must complete mandated 40-hour domestic violence training (or provide documentation of training), in addition to other trainings, as required.

Additional Qualifications:  MUST HAVE 3 YEARS OF SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE

Contact Information

Apply to: Human Resources: hr@casamyrna.org FAX:  617-521-0105

Sexual Assault Response & Prevention Coordinator

Hiring Company: Brown University Health Services
Location: Providence, RI

Job Description

Brown University Health Services is seeking a Sexual Assault Response and Prevention Program Coordinator to work in the Office of Health Education.  This is a permanent 11-month position (one month off in the summer).

The Sexual Assault Response and Prevention Program Coordinator conducts education and outreach programs, provides support to students and advocates for improved systems and responses related to the issue of sexual violence. 

Requirements/Qualifications

• MSW, MPH, an equivalent degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to provide support to victims of sexual violence
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to conduct educational programs and training workshops
• Familiarity with best practices related to policy development and victim advocacy preferred
• Ability to work with a diverse population of students and colleagues
• Proficient computer skills
• Available to work some nights and/or weekends

Contact Information

Please apply online at http://careers.brown.edu

Clinical Social Worker

Hiring Company: Jewish Family Service of Worcester
Location: Worcester, MA

Job Description

Licensed psychotherapist to render the highest quality direct services to clients and the community, utilizing professional skills and knowledge.  Assist in planning and coordination of agency’s direct service programs.  Participate as member of clinical team providing peer supervision, collaboration, and fulfillment of professional and agency administrative tasks. This can be full time or part time.  Due to the criteria and process for inclusion on managed care panels, this position starts as fee-for-service but can convert to salaried as case load builds. Report to Director of Family Therapy.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide mental health assessment of treatment of children, adolescents, individuals, couples, groups and families.  Be familiar with appropriate community resources for clients.  Provide consultation and collaboration with other professionals working with clients, as clinically indicated.
• Maintain direct service productivity established by agency administration (25 hours for FTE).
• Maintain clinical records and information in accordance with professional standards and agency policy.  protect and maintain confidentiality of client information.
• Provide agency with timely information and perform tasks necessary for billing and reimbursement of insurance claims.
• Participate in clinical team meetings, staff meetings, and Quality Assurance/Utilization Review activities.
• Maintain professional licensure and information on current developments in professional practice.
• Co-lead Children Cope With Divorce Parent Education Program as requested.
• Provide services within area of specialization, including mediation, Critical Incident Stress Debriefing, Guardian At Litem, etc.
• Provide community education, including workshops and presentations, as needed.  Represent the agency in community programs.
• Participate actively in formation of agency internal procedures (intake, referral, consultations, scheduling, recordkeeping, statistical and other administrative reports).
• Assume the basic responsibilities and standards inherent in professional practice as outlined in professional society’s Code of Ethics (NASW, APA, etc.) and in the agency’s mission statement.
• Abide by agency’s General Standards for Personnel. 
• Assume additional related duties as assigned. 

Requirements/Qualifications

Licensed clinical social worker with 3 to 5 years experinece post-licensure.  Inclusion on any managed care panels is a plus. Demonstrated professional capability to provide effective services to clients.  Ability to be self-directed and work independently in the field.

Contact Information

Send resume and cover letter to dhollis@jfsworcester.org

Salary Information: We pay very competitive rates, which are commensurate with degree and experience.

Behavioral Health Therapists

Hiring Company: STRATTUS
Location: Dedham, MA

Job Description

Are you completing your Master’s or Doctoral degree this spring?  New and soon- to-be graduates are encouraged to apply for counseling positions with STRATTUS .

Weekly clinical supervision is provided by senior staff and there are immediate openings for competitive fee-for-service positions .  Salaried positions with benefits are also available.

STRATTUS is a full service outpatient behavioral health clinic with an experienced team of psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and other master’s level clinicians.  

Our clinical staff provides counseling and psychopharmacological services for a wide range of adjustment, psychological and psychiatric issues.  Counseling is tailored to the specific needs of the individual(s) and occurs in 1:1, couples, family and/or group therapy settings.

Our work is done primarily on an outreach basis by clinicians who meet with individuals/ families/groups in Boston, Cambridge, Watertown,  Malden, Revere, Wakefield and surrounding areas.   Appointments may be scheduled in client homes, in alternative sites such as schools, day programs, group residences and vocational settings, as well as in the Dedham based clinic.

Contact Information

Please send resumes to sharon.kreder@tillinc.org  or by mail to: Sharon Kreder, Ph.D., STRATTUS, 20 Eastbrook Rd., Dedham, MA 02026.  Dr. Kreder can also be reached at 781-329-9365 ex. 4642. AA/EOE

Bilingual Employment Specialist

Hiring Company: North Charles, Inc
Location: Somerville, MA

Job Description

Candidate will provide one-on-one vocational counseling to adults with psychiatric disabilities, and lead groups at a psycho-social rehab program. Candidate should be able to work independently with excellent organizational skills. Candidate will need to collaborate with other community agencies. Fluent in Spanish desired in order to expand services to Spanish speaking individuals.

Requirements/Qualifications

Candidate should have a minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or Rehabilitation Counseling or Master’s degree in similar fields preferred; experience with under-served population and disability community, workforce programs a plus.

Contact Information

Please send resume and cover letter to: North Charles, Inc., Attn: Human Resources, 955 Massachusetts Ave., 5th Floor, Cambridge, MA 02139, E-mail: hr@northcharles.org, Fax: (617) 876-9760

 

Program Director/Manager

Hiring Company: North Charles, Inc.
Location: Somerville, MA

Job Description

Residential Sober Housing and Dual Diagnosis. Candidates for this FT position must have experience working in an adult, residential program (preferably one funded by DMH), and possess a strong understanding of male issues and how to encourage individuals with mental illness and substance use disorders to engage in treatment and achieve recovery. Good communication, leadership, supervisory and organizational skills are essential.

Requirements/Qualifications

College degree is required and a masters degree in mental health or related field is preferred.

Contact Information

Please send resume and cover letter: North Charles, Inc., Attn: Human Resources, 955 Massachusetts Ave., 5th Floor, Cambridge, MA 02139, E-mail: hr@northcharles.org, Fax: (617) 876-9760

Fee-for-Service Mental Health Clinician

Hiring Company: North Charles, Inc.
Location: Somerville, MA

Job Description

North Charles, Inc. is seeking a mental health fee-for-service clinician for a small clinic affiliated with Cambridge Health Alliance.  Primary responsibilities will include diagnostic evaluations, individual psychotherapy and opportunities for family, couples and group treatment.  Hours: 20+ hours/week, to increase incrementally as caseload expands. Reimbursement: $30.00/clinical hour, with weekly staff meeting and occasional UR activity (e.g., twice-annual staff “days away”) reimbursed at the same rate. Individual and staff group supervision provided.

Requirements/Qualifications

Licensure at the independent level of practice in Social Work; 2+ years clinical experience with adult patients, including those with major mental illness.

Contact Information

Please send resume and cover letter to: North Charles, Inc., Attn: Human Resources, 955 Massachusetts Ave., 5th Floor, Cambridge, MA 02139, E-mail: hr@northcharles.org, Fax: (617) 876-9760

Clinical Supervisor

Hiring Company: North Charles, Inc
Location: Somerville, MA

Job Description

North Charles Institute for the Addictions, part of North Charles Mental Health Research and Training Foundation, Inc., currently has an opening for a Clinical Supervisor with our substance abuse treatment program. As a part of our dedication to continued clinical excellence, we are committed to ensuring the growth and development of each of our employees and our affiliation with Harvard Medical School at Cambridge Health Alliance enables us to offer you the tools necessary to build a rewarding career. With options like access to high-quality continuing education, a regular in-service education program, and a Harvard faculty member as a supervisor and mentor, your career potential as a part of our team is virtually unlimited. The position offers the option of 30 hrs per week employment and a flexible schedule.

Requirements/Qualifications

Qualified applicants must, be a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and have experience with addictive disorders.  Strong communication and leadership skills Commitment to caring and quality service Supervisory and/or Program Management Experience.

Contact Information

Please send resume and cover letter to: North Charles, Inc., Attn: Human Resources, 955 Massachusetts Ave., 5th Floor, Cambridge, MA 02139, E-mail: hr@northcharles.org, Fax: (617) 876-9760

Substance Abuse Treatment Specialist / Team Leader

Hiring Company: North Charles, Inc
Location: Somerville, MA

Job Description

North Charles, Inc. is seeking a full-time position in Harvard Medical  School affiliated substance abuse treatment program. Responsibilities include coordination of Clinical Treatment Team, individual supervision of Masters level clinicians, and program development. Some individual and group work with clients.

Requirements/Qualifications

Masters Degree, license preferred, plus at least 2 years experience in addiction treatment.

Contact Information

Please send resume and cover letter to: North Charles, Inc., Attn: Human Resources, 955 Massachusetts Ave., 5th Floor, Cambridge, MA 02139, E-mail: hr@northcharles.org, Fax: (617) 876-9760

 

SOCIAL WORKER

Hiring Company: Western Schools
Location: West Bridgewater, MA

Job Description

Western Schools is a publisher and nationally recognized and accredited provider of continuing education home study courses for behavioral health professionals. We seek an EXPERIENCED SOCIAL WORKER who enjoys writing and academia to join our dynamic team and assist in developing and reviewing course manuscripts.

ROLE: Responsible for reviewing manuscripts in accordance with ASWB and NASW accreditation criteria; mentoring authors and peer reviewers; some editing and writing; and some recruitment of qualified authors.

TIMEFRAME: May - August. Both full- and part-time options will be considered.

Requirements/Qualifications

Prior publishing and/or teaching experience is desirable. The ability to work effectively as part of a team, excellent verbal and written communication skills, high standards of excellence, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, detail oriented, and computer proficiency are required.

Contact Information

Interested applicants should email their resume/curriculum vitae with a cover letter to: Debra Lefkowitz, Project Manager - Behavioral Health, at dlefkowitz@westernschools.com

Child Development Specialist

Hiring Company: Boston Medical Center
Location: Boston, MA

Job Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Full time employment at Boston Medical Center working with pediatric primary care team supporting families with young children who live in Mattapan; provide child development services within the context of well child pediatric visits for children from birth through age three.  Services include developmental screening, referrals to community resources, case management for families, staffing a child development telephone information line, conducting home visits, and the provision of developmental guidance during well child care.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

   1. Meets with families at each well child visit as part of pediatric team of pediatric clinician and Healthy Steps Specialist
   2. Provides child development information, counsels and supports families
   3. Conducts developmental screening of children and of family risk factors at periodic well child visits
   4. Provides and ensures successful referrals to community programs for needs of the child and/or the family, including referrals to early intervention, Head Start, mental health services for adults, substance abuse treatment referrals, housing support, etc.
   5. Conducts periodic home visits with Healthy Steps families in Mattapan
   6. Staffs a child development telephone information line for Healthy Steps families, responding to questions about child development and behavior
   7. Provides written materials to families on promotion of  child development and prevention of child abuse and learning problems
   8. Coordinates Reach Out and Read program for Healthy Steps families
   9. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to a culturally diverse, primarily Haitian patient population.
  10. Provides outreach to and collaborates with relevant community providers

Requirements/Qualifications

Education: Requires minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in child development, early childhood, social work, human services, nursing or psychology.  Master’s degree preferred

Experience: Previous experience in an early childhood education, human service, home visiting and/or early intervention program required. Bilingual English/ Haitian Creole required.

1)       Knowledge of infant and child development, family support concepts

2)       Bilingual/bicultural in Haitian Creole preferred

3)       Knowledge and comfort conducting home visits

4)       Knowledge/willingness to learn developmental screening tools

5)       Knowledge of Mattapan community resources and agencies that serve families with very young children preferred

6)       Excellent interpersonal skills; able to work on an interdisciplinary team

7)       Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of racial and ethnic populations

8)       An organized work style and ability to keep written documentation; computer skills in Word; e-mail; Internet

Contact Information

Send resume and cover letter to: Margot Kaplan-Sanoff, Director, Healthy Steps, Boston University School of Medicine, 80 East Concord Street, Vose Hall 4th Floor, Room 419, Boston, MA 02118.

Clinical Therapist (MST)

Hiring Company: NFI Family Based Servcies
Location: Salem, MA

Job Description

NFI Massachusetts, based out of Danvers Massachusetts, is launching a Multi-systemic Therapy (MST) program starting in the Salem area with hopes of geographic expansion. MST, an evidence based practice, is a unique and exciting treatment methodology proven to have positive effects on serious, violent, and chronic juvenile offenders.
• MST Therapists will conduct MST assessments including review of referral information, identifying and engaging key participants, identifying systemic strengths and weaknesses, and developing an analysis of the fit of problem behaviors within the ecological context.
• Engage primary caregiver and other key participants in active change-oriented treatment by identifying and overcoming barriers to engagement.
• Implement a problem conceptualization, treatment planning, intervention implementation, outcome review and strategy revision procedure using the MST Analytic Process.
• Maintain clear and concise documentation of treatment efforts that promote peer and supervisory review and feedback, and that demonstrate compliance with the 9 MST Principles and the MST Analytic Process.
• Collaborate with all relevant systems and key participants within each system to ensure their buy-in and cooperation throughout MST treatment.
• Provide direct clinical treatment using methods compatible with MST principles and practices.
• Participate in all MST training, supervision, and consultation activities.

Requirements/Qualifications

Interested candidates should have a master's degree in Social Work.

Preferred experience includes direct use of pragmatic (structural, strategic, and functional) family therapies, individual therapy with children and adults using cognitive behavioral techniques, marital therapy using behaviorally-based approaches, behavioral therapy targeting school behavior and academic performance, and implementation of interventions within or between systems in the youth's natural ecology that affect or influence the behavior of youth (i.e. family, peer, school, and neighborhood).

Preferred knowledge includes family systems theory and application, social ecological theory and application, behavioral therapies theory and application, cognitive-behavioral therapy theory and application, pragmatic family therapies theory and application, child development research and it's application treatment, and social skills assessment and intervention.

Valid driver's license required.

Contact Information

Send resume and cover letter to: Christine Gagnon, 10 Harbor St., Danvers,MA 01923
Phone: 978/882-4826 FAX: 978/774-2262 ChristineGagnon@nafi.com

Clinical Consultant

Hiring Company: Pine Street Inn
Location: Boston, MA

Job Description

Clinical Consultant will be available to staff of the DMH-funded residences to assist with assessment and treatment planning for specific clients who are experiencing difficulties living in congregate housing. This involves both regularly scheduled meetings and access by phone as necessary.

Requirements/Qualifications

Required: MSW, LICSW. Experience working with chronically mentally ill individuals who are clients of the Dept of Mental Health. Preferred: Experience working with chronically mentally ill persons living in residential settings.

NORC Aging-In-Place Program Director

Hiring Company: Jewish Family Service of Worcester
Location: Worcester, MA

Job Description

Responsible for implementing the business plan and meeting annual benchmarks for a new Aging-in-Place Program developed to maintain the safety and independence of elders living on the West Side of Worcester.  Oversee program operations including staffing, member services, volunteer services, marketing, data collection and reporting.  Work closely with partner agencies and service providers, volunteers, JFS staff and board.  Utilize professional skills and knowledge in rendering the highest quality of services to members and the community.  Report to Director of Elder Services.

Requirements/Qualifications

Strong organizational skills, experience working with  Boards and volunteers in a nonprofit setting. Demonstrated leadership skills using a team approach with staff and volunteers. Background in elder services and consumer oriented approach desirable.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  Capacity to be self-directed and work independently in the field.

Masters preferred, but bachelors with elder care/supervisory/community org experience acceptable.

Contact Information

Send resume to Michelle Sheerin, JFS Worcester, 646 Salisbury Street, Worcester, MA 01609 or msheerin@jfsworcester.org.

Salary Information: Salary range mid- 40's to 50's depending on experience and degree. 30 hour to FT position, with full benefits (health insurance, vacation/sick time, 403(b) plan.

Employment Specialist

Hiring Company: North Charles, Inc.
Location: Somerville, MA

Job Description

Candidate will provide one-on-one vocational counseling to adults with psychiatric disabilities, and lead groups at a psycho-social rehab program. Candidate should be able to work independently with excellent organizational skills. Candidate will need to collaborate with case managers and other community agencies.

Requirements/Qualifications

Candidate should have a minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or Rehabilitation Counseling or Master’s degree in similar fields preferred; experience with under-served population and disability community, workforce programs a plus. Spanish speaking abilities helpful but not required.

Contact Information

Send resume to Human Resources, North Charles, Inc., 955 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02140
Fax to 617-876-9760, E-mail: hr@northcharles.org

Social Worker/Program Coordinator

Hiring Company: Somerville Mental Health Center
Location: Somerville, MA

Job Description

Licensed Social Worker to assume a full time position which will be part time direct clinical work with an adult outpatient population and part time functioning as the coordinator of an outreach team.  This team consists of four mental health workers who provide clinical case management for high risk adults with serious mental illness and substance abuse problems.   The position provides an opportunity to participate in an interdisciplinary outpatient clinical team at a busy community mental health center.

Requirements/Qualifications

The candidate must have some administrative experience and experience working with adults with psychiatric disabilities.  Supervisory experience is desirable as well as knowledge about the treatment of dually diagnosed clients. Bilingual Haitian Creole, Spanish and Portuguese speakers are encouraged to apply.We are looking for clinician with relevant experience who would be committed to working with this population.

Contact Information

Mail or fax resume to: Carolyn Spengler, LICSW, Clinical Adult Coordinator, Somerville Mental Health Clinic, 63 College Avenue, Somerville, MA, 02144, FAX: 617/623-1332,  Email: lsmith@somervillementalhealth.org

Salary Information: We offer a competitive salary, excellent training and supervision and an exciting and supportive work environment.

Social Workers

Hiring Company: New England Baptist Hospital
Location: Boston, MA

Job Description

We are currently seeking one full-time and one part-time Social Worker to work closely within an interdisciplinary team of registered nurses, physicians and therapists. The Clinical Social Worker provides discharge planning services to patients/families, which include plan implementation; education; and post discharge follow through.

Requirements/Qualifications

Requirements include MS, LCSW; LICSW and experience in an acute care hospital strongly preferred. Exceptional organizational, time management and communications skills a must.

Contact Information

To learn more about New England Baptist Hospital and to apply online, please visit our website at www.nebh.org.

Salary Information: We offer a competitive salary/benefits package.

Private Case Manager

Hiring Company: Multi-Service Eating Disorders Association (MEDA)
Location: Newton, MA

Job Description

Private Case Manager needed to work with family in transition. Will coordinate treatment team and provide support around practical matters and life skills. Time commitment will be approximately 8 hours per month.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Must be experienced, mature with good communication capabilities and well organized.
• Familiarity with eating disorders.
• Training as social worker with LICSW qualifications required.
• Flexible schedule is important.

Contact Information

Please email resumes to kristin.tyman@medainc.org Family will contact to set up interview.

Salary Information: Competitive hourly salary will be paid.

Clinician

Hiring Company: High Point Treatment Center
Location: Taunton, MA

Job Description

High Point Treatment Center in Taunton, MA is seeking an independently licensed clinician for a full-time position providing mental health/substance abuse individual and group therapy. This person would also be responsible for overseeing our Second Offender Aftercare (SOA) program (treatment program for second-time OUI).  We are an outpatient program that offers adults and adolescents individual counseling, group counseling and medication management. We also have a suboxone treatment program for opiod dependent clients, as well as a DAE program.

Contact Information

Please send resumes to Maggie Pike-Thomson, Director of Outpatient Services, Highpoint  Treatment Center, 4 Post Office Square, Taunton, MA 02780 or email Maggie@hptc.org.

Clinicians

Hiring Company: The Brien Center
Location: Berkshire County, MA

Job Description

The Brien Center is a 501c3 not-for-profit corporation that operates a network of comprehensive and integrated community mental health and substance abuse services in Berkshire County, Massachusetts.

• Enhanced Outpatient Clinicians
Responsible for providing specialized service utilizing wrap around and strength based systemic applications working in homes on an outreach basis.   Clinicians will also participate in statewide research project relating to EOP services.  Master’s degree in license eligible field required- License preferred.

• Outpatient Clinicians
Opportunities available in our Child/Adolescent, Adult/Family and Substance Abuse Programs.  Master’s degree in license eligible field required- License preferred.   Bonus pay available based on productivity.

Join us in providing high quality care to individuals in Berkshire County with mental health needs. We deliver high quality clinical interventions in a comprehensive community based program.  The Brien Center provides opportunities for training and supervision on all aspects of clinical work, addiction treatment and duel diagnosis- in a supportive atmosphere with cutting edge programs serving Berkshire County.

Requirements/Qualifications

Master’s degree in license eligible field required- License preferred.

Contact Information

Please mail resume and cover letter to: Brien Center, Director of Human Resources, 1 Fenn Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201, Or apply online www.briencenter.org

Case Management Program Manager

Hiring Company: Cambridge Care About AIDS
Location: Cambridge, MA

Job Description

Cambridge Cares About AIDS seeks an experienced leader to manage the Case Management Program.  This program assists and advocates for people living with HIV/AIDS to overcome barriers and become connected to needed community services.

The mission of Cambridge Cares About AIDS (CCA) is to respond to the HIV/AIDS epidemic by serving those most impacted by social and economic inequality.  CCA provides accessible prevention, education, advocacy and support services in accordance with harm reduction principles to help people meet self-identified goals.

Position Description:
This position will coordinate the daily activities of the Case Management Program, provide supervision to the case management staff and interns, monitor the goals and budgets for the program, and provide case management services to a small caseload.  The Case Management Program Manager will ensure that clients are receiving easily accessible and low threshold services that operate within the harm reduction framework. The Case Management Program Manager will monitor the changing needs of the Case Management Program in order to inform the future direction of case management services, and will Implement and oversee the program management model.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Social Work, Clinical Psychology or a related field preferred.
• Experience providing motivational interviewing, harm reduction counseling and/or other behavior change/risk reduction counseling techniques.
• Supervisory and/or management experience.
• Excellent writing, organizational, communication, and computer skills required.
• Ability to work with and lead a diverse team.
• Self directed, motivated and flexible.
• Experience working with issues related to substance use and abuse, harm reduction, homelessness, mental health, and bi-lingual/bi-cultural communities
• Bi-lingual in Haitian Creole, Portuguese, or Spanish a plus.

Contact Information

For more information about CCA, please visit www.ccaa.org.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume by April 25th, 2008 to: Lena Asmar, Director of Client Services
Cambridge Cares About AIDS, 17 Sellers St. Cambridge, MA 02139, fax: 617-661-2853, lasmar@ccaa.org

CCA has an excellent benefits package including  health and dental insurance for all full-time employees; long and short-tem disability; tuition remission; Employee Assistance Program; discounted membership at the Cambridge YMCA, participation in programs offered by Metropolitan Credit Union and AFLAC, and socially-responsible 403B retirement plan options.

 

Salary Information: Salary Range: high 30s

Social Worker

Hiring Company: Peabody Glen Health Care Center
Location: Peabody, MA

Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated and organized licensed social worker, (LSW, LCSW, or LICSW) to fill the social work position on a 40-bed, sub-acute unit. Must have customer services skills; must be flexible; must work well with others. Medical terminology and Insurance knowledge would be helpful. (LICSW supervision provided). Monday-Friday, day shifts. Position available beginning April 28th. New graduates interested in geriatric social work welcome to apply.

Contact Information

Please send resume and cover letter to Stephen Cynewski, Director of Social Services, SCynewski@peabodyglenhcc.com

 

Case Manager

Hiring Company: Side By Side Supported Living, Inc. (SBS)
Location: Brookline, MA

Job Description

Side By Side Supported Living, Inc. (SBS) is a small but rapidly growing human service organization.  We are committed to helping adults with psychiatric, social and/or developmental disabilities realize their highest potential for personal, social, and career success through the use of self-empowering and innovative therapeutic strategies. 

As a result of our growth, we are seeking a Case Manager.

The person in this position will perform the following duties:
• Provide in-home support to clients in the Greater Boston Area.
• Assist clients with day-to-day living including grocery shopping, financial management, apartment organization, and meal planning.
• Develop and implement support plans.
• Assist with money and medication management.
• Coordinate and facilitate evening community meals (up to 4 individuals).
• Provide transportation support as needed.
• Advocate for clients to obtain and maintain entitlements.
• Collaborate with clients’ treatment team as needed.
• Weekly communicate with parents and/or significant family members.
• Applicants with a car, a plus

Requirements/Qualifications

The ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree preferred, in a related field and two-three years experience working with adults with psychiatric, social and/or developmental disabilities in a residential and/or vocational setting.  A valid Massachusetts driver’s license is required.  Must be flexible and able to work independently and part of a team.  Side By Side Supported Living, Inc. is a company that takes pride in our professionalism, positive attitude and willingness to work with others to realize dreams.

Contact Information

Responses should be sent to Kelsey at kkoenig@sidebysideinc.com, fax to 617-277-0168, or mail to Side By Side Supported Living, Inc. 1470 Beacon Street, Brookline, MA 02446

Please visit our website for additional information at http://www.sidebysideinc.com.

PLEASE, NO PHONE CALLS!

Director of Social Services

Hiring Company: Glen Ridge Nursing Care Center
Location: Medford, MA

Job Description

We are looking for an individual to manage our Social Services Department and provide clinical social services to the residents and families of our skilled nursing facility. Responsibilities include: assessments, care planning, documentation, ongoing psychosocial support, and case management on assigned units, as well as supervision of Staff Social Worker and Admissions Coordinator and departmental oversight and management.
 
Glen Ridge Nursing Care Center is a Medicare certified skilled nursing facility that provides long-term, sub acute, and specialized dementia care to its 164 residents.  Glen Ridge Nursing Care Center is JACHO accredited and has also received a Social Work Accreditation through MECF and NASW. The MECF/NASW accreditation attests to Glen Ridge Nursing Care Center’s agreement to follow the highest current standards of social work practice.  

Requirements/Qualifications

LICSW and long term care experience required. Management experience preferred. Must be able to work well within an interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.  Excellent organizational and communication skills and the ability to work independently are a necessity.  Candidate must be energetic, enthusiastic, and committed to providing our residents with the highest level of care possible.

Contact Information

Please submit cover letter and resume to: Robert.Hayes@reveraliving.com or fax to 781-391-9127

Clinical Coordinator

Hiring Company: Institute of Professional Practice, Inc
Location: Fitchbury, MA

Job Description

The Institute of Professional Practice, located in Central Massachusetts, provides state of the art school based consultation as well as community based residential and day treatment programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism with associated psychiatric, neuro-psychiatric, and complex behavior disturbances.

We are currently seeking Clinical Coordinators to work with adults or children being served in school, day, and residential group home settings. Primary responsibilities include conducting functional behavioral assessments, developing and analyzing individual behavior plans, providing training on those behavior plans, and coordinating all clinical documentation. 

Requirements/Qualifications

The successful candidate will be an organized, self-directed practitioner who is also a team player.  This is an excellent opportunity for a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, or a Behavior Analyst whose Certification is pending, to join a multi-state organization that is committed to evidence based treatment and the professional growth of its employees. Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field required.

Contact Information

If you would like to be considered for this rewarding position, please forward your resume to The Institute of Professional Practice, Inc., 360 Electric Ave., Fitchburg, MA – Attention: Director of Human Resources or email to aspence@IPPI.org

Salary Information: We offer great benefits and competitive salary.