Therapeutic Day Program Clinician

Posted: May 2, 2024 Location: Westfield, MA Division: Therapeutic Day Services Deadline: Open Northeast Center for Youth and Families seeks a full-time Clinician for their Therapeutic Day Programs in Springfield and Westfield. The TDP CLinician assists with overseeing the implementation of client treatment plans, therapeutic progress and the overall well-being of the clients served by Therapeutic Day Program staff. The TDP Clinician also coordinates treatment plans/services to meet the needs of the clients and their families. Responsibilities include: Responsible for writing client documentation, (IAP's, discharge summaries, etc.) and facilitate meetings. Complete intake paperwork and facilitate intake meetings as needed by PD. Provide clinical support and feedback to program staff in the absence of the PD. Facilitate weekly psycho-educational and life skills groups & develop appropriate curriculum. Provide case management for clients, including but not limited to on-going contract with families, case workers, and other service providers. Assist with the creation/development of monthly activity schedules that include appropriate physical and therapeutic activities. Co-lead recreational trips and activities and assist with planning. Provide transportation for clients to and from site. (in Agency vehicles as well as personal vehicle) Assist with training and ensure staff compliance on all agency standards, policies and procedures in the absence of the Program Director. Participate in and attend scheduled meetings, trainings and professional development workshops. Ability to obtain required certifications and licenses, including but not limited to CPI de-escalation, CPR, First Aid. Split 40 hours equally between Harp and Splash programs. Perform all other duties as assigned by the PD. Qualifications: Master's Degree in Psychology or Social Work Two years' experience working with youth with emotional and behavioral needs preferred. Strong writing skills Ability to travel between TDP sites If transporting clients in personal vehicle: Must have verification of adequate personal auto insurance on the vehicle(s) to be used, including, at minimum, Optional Bodily Injury to Others (coverage part 5 on a Mass Auto policy) limits of $100,000 per person/$300,000 per accident, and Damage to Someone Else's Property (part 4) limits of at least $100,000. NCYF provides paid trainings and excellent benefits. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance; medical/dependent care flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, 401K and more.