Program Description:
Justice Resource Institute (JRI) supports the Department of Youth Services (DYS) by placing qualified Clinical Directors and Clinicians in their Northeast, Central and Southeast programs. This Clinical position is based in a DYS’ Sharp Transition Program in Worcester, MA. This program provides a stable and supportive environment for males (ages 12-21) in the juvenile justice system.
Job Description:
This position is for a Clinician within a secure program setting. The primary role of the Clinician is to work with the management team to provide a stable and supportive environment for the youths on the residential unit. The Clinician will identify a unit behavioral treatment plan for each youth assigned, and will be expected to maintain professionalism and work alongside other professionals, within DYS, and as needed with other agencies.
Training is provided in suicide risk assessment, crisis stabilization and management, and DBT and CBT. Clinicians gain valuable expertise working within a juvenile justice environment!
Clinical licensure supervision is provided and supported.
This full time position may require the ability to work one evening per week and weekends.
Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in license-eligible field (LMHC/LICSW) required. Upon attainment of independent licensure, Clinicians receive a $3,000 raise.
- Acceptable driving record and state/federal background checks.
JRI is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to building and maintaining a diverse community. Persons from diverse backgrounds including women, communities of color, the LGBTQ community and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $68,224.00 - $71,224.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work setting:
Ability to Commute:
Ability to Relocate:
- Worcester, MA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person