Job Description
The Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking a dynamic clinical social worker to be part of a dedicated team that works with people ages 16-26 enrolled in the Coordinated Specialty Care (CSC) program. Coordinated Specialty Care is an internationally recognized evidence-based model that promotes recovery and wellness for people experiencing early psychosis. This is an exciting chance to be part of a select group of programs in the state that can provide this service. The clinician works directly with enrolled young adults by providing evidence-based individual and family therapy, and care coordination services to assigned persons served.
The CSC program is an innovative model that allows for protected training time and team meetings, supervision and shared integrated teamwork. This position includes training in the Navigate Model with opportunities to consult with national experts in early psychosis. The primary responsibility is to serve as the primary clinician for a small caseload of assigned persons served and to ensure that interventions are delivered in accordance with the Navigate and CSC models.
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Please Note: This position is 40 hours per week. The selected candidate will work from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday;10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday with days off on Sunday and Saturday.
Duties and Responsibilities (these are not all inclusive):
• Serve as the primary clinician for assigned persons served by attending regular team meetings, presenting psychosocial history, mental status, diagnosis, treatment provided, and treatment planned for assigned cases.
• Provide Individual Resiliency Training and evidence-based/best-practice modalities as adjunct as needed.
• Provide Family education/support, including family therapy and psychoeducation.
• Provide care coordination, including assistance with benefits, transportation, and referrals for life domains impacting overall health and wellness.
• Develop an Individual Action Plan (IAP) for each person served, including the person served, all CSC team members, and any other supports.
• Conduct ongoing assessments, discharge planning, and assume primary responsibility for developing, writing, implementing, evaluating, and revising overall treatment/recovery goals in conjunction with CSC guidelines.
• Ensure documentation compliance with DMH, Joint Commission, and agency standards.
• Conduct competency-based, evidence-based assessments using identified screening tools; employ appropriate interventions based on the current presentation and stage of treatment.
• Support client and family access to age-appropriate educational and community resources.
• Provide culturally and linguistically competent services that are sensitive and responsive to religious practices, sexual orientation, gender differences, physical disabilities, as well as age and developmental appropriateness. Required Qualifications:
• Considerable knowledge of special treatment modalities for First Episode Psychosis including family therapy and group treatment, brief therapy.
• Familiarity with the development of adolescents, transition age youth, and young adults.
• Skilled in the use of competency-based, evidence-based, and best practice interventions including use of identified screening tools.
• Understanding of psychosocial problems of those with serious emotional disorders.
• Ability to provide group interventions utilizing evidence-based modalities.
• Ability to develop and maintain a trusting therapeutic alliance with clients and their families.
• Familiarity of the principles, practices, and techniques of the range of therapeutic behavioral health services for youth.
• Capacity to remain calm, rational and react quickly and effectively in emergency situations. • Talent for establishing and maintaining a positive, respectful, and professional relationships with all staff, family, and clients.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative and productive manner to achieve programmatic and agency goals.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Ability to assess persons served mental status and assist them with utilizing coping strategies, natural supports, and safety planning when necessary.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of evidence-based practices and treatment modalities for young adults with mental health needs.
• Strong assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills, with the ability to implement evidence-based interventions based on clients' needs and goals.
• Knowledge and experience with care coordination and referral systems to assist clients with accessing community resources.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills, with the ability to ensure compliance with DMH, Joint Commission, and agency standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, families, interdisciplinary teams, and community partners.
• A commitment to providing culturally and linguistically competent services that are sensitive and responsive to the needs of diverse populations, including those with physical disabilities, sexual orientation, and gender differences.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills including Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency.
DMH Mission Statement:
The Department of Mental Health assures and provides access to services and supports 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 http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori
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.
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For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122, Option 4.
Qualifications
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.
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% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.