Shelter Clinician

About Company:

Making Opportunity Count is a non-profit human services agency dedicated to creating positive change and enhancing the lives of individuals and families in Central Massachusetts. We are committed to fostering community growth, providing essential services, and promoting holistic well-being. Our dynamic team is driven by a shared passion for making a lasting impact.

We offer fantastic benefits sure to enhance your work-life balance and overall satisfaction!

For most positions, these benefits will include:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• 15 Paid Vacation Days
• 12 Paid Sick Days
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Hybrid Work Opportunities
• Student Loan Forgiveness Assistance
• Tuition Remission
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Immediate 403b Employer Contribution, 100% Vesting on Day One!

Other Perks and Benefits: We are partnered with ZayZoon, an employee benefit that gives you instant access to your wages ahead of payday.

• Get paid whenever you need with wages on-demand via ZayZoon. No need to wait until payday!

About the Role:

As a Shelter Clinician in our Consumer Support Services industry, you will play a critical role in providing mental health services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. You will be responsible for conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing individual and group therapy to clients. Your work will directly contribute to improving the mental health and well-being of those in need, and ultimately help them transition out of homelessness.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field
• Current licensure as a mental health professional in the state of MA.
• Experience providing mental health services to individuals experiencing homelessness or in a similar population
• Strong clinical skills and ability to work independently

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Experience working in a shelter or other homeless service setting
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and evidence-based practices for treating mental illness
• Experience working with diverse populations

Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of clients' mental health needs
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Provide individual and group therapy to clients
• Collaborate with other service providers to ensure comprehensive care for clients
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all client interactions and progress

Skills:

As a Shelter Clinician, you will utilize your strong clinical skills and knowledge of evidence-based practices to provide effective mental health services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. You will need to be able to work independently, while also collaborating with other service providers to ensure comprehensive care for clients. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential, as is the ability to work with a diverse population. Bilingual skills in English and Spanish are preferred, but not required.

Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the United States

At Making Opportunity Count, we deeply value our culture and are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. This is evident through:

• Our non-profit Environment: Our values driven work atmosphere focuses on making a meaningful impact in our community. Our shared commitment to service develops a uniquely supportive culture.
• Championing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We actively promote and celebrate diversity in all forms by embracing diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences while ensuring equitable opportunities for all employees to thrive.
• Career Advancement: Our employees’ growth is paramount. We offer comprehensive training programs, mentorship, and advancement opportunities to assist employees in the pursuit of their career goals.

We believe in the potential of people and the power of diversity to drive innovation and success. We encourage all applicants to apply, even if you do not meet every listed requirement. Your unique experiences and perspectives are what help us shape the future of Making Opportunity Count.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. People of color, members of Tribal Nations and Native communities, LGBTQ-identified people, gender-nonconforming people, people with disabilities, veterans, and people who speak a language in addition to English are strongly encouraged to apply.

For more, visit us online at https://www.mocinc.org/.

Compensation details: 28-35 Hourly Wage

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