RFK Community Alliance has an exciting opportunity for a full-time
Program Clinician position to join our team in South Hadley
. A $2500 sign-on bonus is available!
The South Hadley Girls Treatment Program provides young women between the ages of 13 - 18 with the educational, life skills, therapeutic, recreational, and support services needed to improve their behavior and ultimately return home and into their communities. These young women have often made poor choices, developed negative behaviors, and/or experienced a range of trauma as a result of abuse and neglect. Residents attend high school classes or GED courses and participate in a curriculum designed to impart new life skills to enable them to make healthier choices when re-entering their communities. The girls participate in educational and clinical programs as well as individual, group, and family therapy. They also engage in recreational activities. Therapeutic services focus on helping each young woman develop strategies to increase coping skills and promote positive decision-making. The average stay is three to eight months.
Responsibilities:
- Providing individual, group, and family therapy to assigned caseloads.
- Developing, presenting, and implementing Individualized Master Treatment Plans.
- Conducting risk assessments and managing client crises.
- Actively participating in supporting a healthy treatment milieu.
- Following all RFK Community Alliance Clinical and Program policies and procedures.
- During training, staff, and clinical meetings, providing leadership regarding program philosophy and policy in all forums, including living space and the school.
- Conducting group treatment with residents according to treatment recommendations and as designated by Clinical Director.
- Attending workshops/training related to professional growth to enhance clinical expertise and maintain licensure.
- Providing clinical training/in-service to Program Milieu Staff.
- Attending all required meetings: Staff and Clinical Meetings, Monthly conferences, Program administration, Psychiatric Reviews, Foster care Reviews, and CORE/School meetings
Requirements:
- Master's degree (MSW, M.A., License Eligible degree),
- Familiarity with developmental theory. Residential and juvenile justice experience is a plus.
Shift:
Sunday & Monday 11am-7pm: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 9am-5pm
Who we are:
RFK Community Alliance provides high-quality care and support to people and families facing complicated challenges. As a multi-service agency, we offer a wide range of programs serving a variety of needs across all ages from infants to seniors. We are team players when it comes to caring. We work with the people we serve, their families, schools, and other community partners to develop a network of support. We provide opportunities to build skills and confidence. We nurture strengths, determination, and resilience.
How We Promote Equity, Cultivate Leaders, and Grow Together
At RFK Community Alliance we're dedicated to a culture where everyone can show up to work as their full authentic selves. Diversity and inclusion doesn't happen by accident, it's by design. Together we're the designers. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes our organization stronger. We care about including diverse perspectives and experiences at every level. This is why we're committed to honoring, celebrating, and fostering diversity and inclusion on our team, in our clientele, and within our community. Our team must reflect our community and vice versa. We value, respect, and support all types of diversity across all identities including, but not limited to, ethnicity, race, gender, LGBTQIA, age religion, and abilities. We take responsibility for the community we're creating here at RFK Community Alliance, and we're here to contribute to the progression of our society to a more inclusive and equitable one.
Why You'll Love Us:
At RFK Community Alliance, we're committed to taking care of our team, and we know you'll love being a part of an organization that truly values its people. We offer an outstanding benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy comprehensive health coverage with our health, dental, and vision insurance plans. Take advantage of generous paid time off and holiday pay, giving you the balance you need to recharge. We're invested in your future, offering tuition reimbursement, educational assistance, and a retirement plan with a generous employer match. Plus, we provide employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program to ensure you and your family are supported every step of the way. Joining our team means you'll have the benefits and resources you need to thrive both personally and professionally.
$2,500 Sign-On Incentive
This position is eligible for the RFK Community Alliance Sign-On Incentive in the amount of $2,500 in your first year of employment. You will receive $500 after 3 months; $500 after 6 months; $1,500 after 12 months.
Keywords:
Direct Support Professional, DSP, Mental Health Worker, Youth Counselor, Direct Care, Group Home, Residential Care, Human Services, Personal Care Assistant,
Home Health Aide, Relief Staff, RFK
RFK Community Alliance
life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan
Nov 22, 2024