Clinical Social Worker (Arlington, MA)

Position Summary:

Ellenhorn is seeking a dedicated and compassionate PACT Clinician to provide psychosocial support as part of a multidisciplinary team to individuals with psychiatric experiences and mental illness. The ideal candidate will serve as a primary case manager for a small caseload and provide 1:1 and group sessions in areas such as wellness, vocational support, family support, spirituality, social interactions, and addictions, primarily in a community-based setting.

Salary: $70,000 $90,000

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide service coordination (case management) for an assigned group of clients, including coordinating and monitoring the activities of the individual treatment team (ITT).
• Assume primary responsibility for developing, writing, implementing, evaluating, and revising overall treatment goals and plans in collaboration with the client and the ITT.
• Provide individual side-by-side support, counseling, therapy, and symptom management, ensuring immediate changes are made in the treatment plan as clients needs change.
• Educate and support clients families, advocating for clients rights and preferences.
• Conduct holistic and comprehensive assessments with other team members.
• Act as liaison and consult with community agencies and families to maintain coordination in the treatment process.
• Provide education and opportunities for other team members to engage in and learn about expressive therapies work (in-service training, staff wellness days, etc.).
• Participate in on-call rotation for crisis intervention/support, available 24/7.
• Document client progress to maintain a permanent record of client activity according to established methods and procedures.

Non-Essential Functions:

• Occasional interstate travel.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required:

• Masters degree in a relevant field.
• Post-secondary education and training, including internships and supervised practical experiences in clinical or rehabilitation settings with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.
• Must be a senior clinician, licensed or certified to work in the field (LICSW, LMHC, or LMFT required).
• Commitment to ethical standards and continuous professional development.
• Ability to establish supportive, trusting relationships with clients, their families, and their networks.
• Must have a valid drivers license, dependable automobile, and a clean drivers record.

Qualifications Desired:

• Experience working with individuals with addictions and mental illnesses.
• Proficiency in client-centered practices such as Open Dialogue, Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.

Success Factors/Job Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving skills on strategic and functional levels.
• Commitment to company values.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and case management skills.
• Strong team player, able to flex into different roles and assignments.
• Values relationships and collaboration with clients.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Physical Demands: Occasionally required to walk, sit, type, handle objects, reach, bend, walk up and down stairs, talk, hear, and see. Ability to occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Work Environment: Most work is performed outside of the office setting in the community.

About Us:

Our client offers community integration programs to help those receiving psychiatric services maintain their social roles and stay connected to nourishing networks. Using the evidence-based Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) model, we provide an effective alternative to traditional care. Our dedicated team embraces diverse talents and fosters a supportive work environment. We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401k matching, PTO, and Flexible Spending Accounts.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience to recruit@eminencetalentgroup.com.