Clinical Social Worker (A/B)

The Department of Mental Health (DMH) state operated program High Street is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and compassionate candidate to serve as a Clinical Social Worker (AB). The ideal candidate will Provides direct service to individuals in 1:1 and group setting on evidenced based clinical treatments, psychiatric treatments, symptom/wellness management, trauma informed care, crisis intervention, relapse prevention, and risk management.

Please Note: This position is full-time, 40 hours per week. The selected candidate will work from 1:00pm-9:30pm. Days off are Friday and Saturday.

Duties and Responsibilities (these are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Promotes and upholds the process of recovery to promote hope, healing, empowerment and connection.
• Oversees Record Review Process to ensure service coordination records are in compliance with DMH/Rehab Option regulations and policies and are of a high-quality using recovery and person-centered language.
• Provides evidence-based practices in psychoeducation and skills training in areas such psychiatric illness management; symptom reduction; dialectical behavioral support; trauma-informed interventions; motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, and in addressing co-occurring disorders.
• Uses recovery-oriented, motivational interviewing, harm-reduction, trauma-informed, culturally competent, and strength-based approaches to help clients prepare to engage in a recovery process and to communicate their strengths, hopes, dreams, and goals to the team and other service providers.
• Provides comprehensive assessments for all areas of the client’s life as a member of the client’s Individual Action Plan (IAP) Team; develop a clinical formulation that will guide the development of the client’s IAP, as assigned by the Program Director.
• Contributes expertise to staff members related to clinical, trauma-informed, psycho-educational, behavior management, and culturally competent services as well as clinical consultation as needed.
• Assesses all areas of client risk and safety; provide crisis intervention, develop Crisis Management Plans in collaboration with the client and other supports/providers; assist clients to identify and/or learn skills for self-management in crisis.
• Assists staff members in revising plans to implement more effective serve strategies when an IAP is unsuccessful, or to update plans at the scheduled IAP review date.
• Participates and role models for staff the creation of a helping environment in which family, friends, and others important in the lives of clients are welcome, respected, and valued.
• Ensures recordkeeping/documentation in accordance with Rehab Option and other internal and external requirements and regulations.
• Participates in regular quality improvement and utilization management activities consistent with CBFS policy and practice.
• Engage clients and establish trusting, collaborative relationships to assist clients with meeting their goals.
• Work with clients receiving services to complete assessments and collaborate with clients to develop their IAP goals. Complete assessments and service and billing documentation in a timely, thorough, and thoughtful manner.
• Assess clients’ vocational functioning on an ongoing basis using background information and prior work experiences utilizing the Individual Placement Support (IPS) model.
• With the clients’ permission, provide education and support to family members and gather input about skills, interests, strengths of the client and ideas for support.
• In clinical capacity, carries out job duties in a professional manner; works collaboratively within and across the services system; promotes strong and positive relationships between DMH and provider staff; and demonstrates a commitment to professional growth and development.
• Provides coverage for Supervisor and Program as necessary.
• Identifies and takes initiatives to problem solve around issues and concerns that come up in the Program.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Independent Clinical social worker (LICSW)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Proficiency in Electronic Medical Record systems
• Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency
• Experience working with individuals having a serious or persistent mental illness

DMH Mission Statement

The Department of Mental Health assures and provides access to services and support to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities. The Department establishes standards to ensure effective and culturally competent care to promote recovery. The Department sets policy, promotes self-determination, protects human rights and supports mental health training and research.

Pre-Hire Process

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit mass.gov and click on "Information for Job Applicants."

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.

ADA Reasonable Accommodation

If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

Required Work Experience

None. (See Required Education and Licenses.)

Required Education

A Master's or higher degree in social work.

LICENSES: Based on assignment, travel may be required. Those employees who elect to use a motor vehicle for travel must have a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's license or the equivalent from another state.

• Current and valid licensure as a Licensed Certified Social Worker or Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Social Work.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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Title 101 CMR 23.00 (“Regulation”) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100%25 of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.