This position is eligible for an up to $3000 sign-on bonus! Relocation assistance available.

The Child & Family Counseling Center seeks  a School-based Clinician to work out of the Beverly and Newburyport area schools.  The Child and Family Counseling Center (CFCC) is a licensed outpatient mental health clinic. Services are provided at Home for Little Wanderers offices, in clients’ homes, and in other community settings. Clinicians are also embedded in more than 50 area schools.

Children and families come to CFCC for treatment and prevention services that are designed to promote healthy social, physical and emotional development while deepening their connection to their community. Many of those receive services from CFCC have experienced toxic stresses.

Valuing Diversity

We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.

How You'll Be Making A Difference

• Provide case management services.
• Act as a liaison with collateral agencies and programs.
• Establish and maintain relationship services that support children’s and family’s growth.
• Act as an advocate for families, teach parents to advocate for themselves and their children.
• Help families develop the skills needed to navigate the social service system.
• Utilize treatment modalities that are consistent with program goals and that best fit with clients’ age and treatment needs, including play/expressive therapy, group therapy, and family therapy.
• Perform initial assessment and evaluation of new clients and families.
• Design treatment plans that address and specify outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, mental health or related discipline required.
• Clinical experience with children and families desired.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity.

What The Home Can Offer You

In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of countless youth, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Generous time off including up to 20 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, 5 sick days, and 2 personal days
• Health and Dental Insurance that is effective immediately upon hire
• Extensive training to new staff
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,400 per fiscal year
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• And more!

• Master’s degree in social work, mental health or related discipline required.
• Clinical experience with children and families desired.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity.

About The Home for Little Wanderers/Wediko

Each year, our community-based programs and residences meet the needs of more than 15,000 diverse youngsters and family members. These children are often society’s most vulnerable, victims of trauma, violence or shattered family lives. We ensure their emotional, social, educational and physical well- being from birth to age 26 through a dedicated team of professionals and a wide range of critical services. As a result, disadvantaged kids have safe surroundings, loving relationships and a secure path toward tomorrow.

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