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Home Based Clinician – master’s level mental health clinician to work in LUK’s Behavioral Health Services division, providing home based counseling through Central Massachusetts. The Home Based Clinician will provide both individual and group counseling to youth, adults, and families through Children’s Behavioral Health Initiative (CBHI) Services and/or through home based services contracted by the Department of Children & Families (DCF). Home Based Clinicians will receive weekly licensed supervision, regular training, and opportunities for clinical group supervision and consultation.

Qualifications include Master’s Degree in mental health, psychology, social work, family therapy, or substance abuse field. Two years of clinical experience working with youth with serious emotional disturbance or mental health diagnosis, and their families,

preferred.

In addition to very competitive salaries LUK offers a substantial and unique benefit package found here .

Introduction to LUK, Inc.:

LUK has deep roots in Central Massachusetts. We’re driven by our values and we’re serious about our work. It’s not easy work, but it is rewarding! With Crisis as our middle name (LUK Crisis Center), we are well versed in handling all kinds of issues that may arise. LUK exists to help people thrive – the people we serve and the people who work here. We appreciate creative thinking, uniqueness, and tenacity. We encourage staff to participate in numerous opportunities to grow as an individual and a member of a team, influence others and be influenced, be your best and do your best. We provide individualized services to the people we work with and offer flexibility so that staff can meet responsibilities at work and outside of work. The community is “LUK-y” to have the skills, experience, and talent of our staff!

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Purpose:

The Home Based Clinician will provide home-based counseling services through LUK’s Behavioral Health Services division. Populations served include youth and adults, and will include both individual and group counseling. Home Based services may include In-Home Therapy through CBHI Services and/or home based services contracted by the Department of Children & Families (DCF).

Responsibilities Include:

• Provide individual and group counseling and family support with children, youth, adults, and families in a home-based setting
• Perform intake interviews, as well as investigating histories with appropriate collateral resources. Complete a comprehensive assessment that builds from a family’s perception of its most salient concerns and identification of its strengths, desires, and needs to support youth’s continued tenure and participation in the community
• Recognize and acknowledge parent and youth voice and choice, partnering with them and team members in the development of an Individual Action Plan, developing goals, monitoring services, and evaluating progress
• Perform case management functions including coordinating services, communicating with collateral resources, and maintaining client records. Coordinate care with schools, service providers, and other entities that provide support to assure that the approaches taken are integrated and clinically coherent.
• Psycho-education for the youth and his/her family about serious emotional disturbance and manifestations of psychiatric disorders and treatment.
• Family treatment and support interventions that are designed to teach skills and competencies that assist the youth and family to overcome challenges
• Assist youth and family in linking to services, supports, community resources and opportunities
• Provide crisis management and intervention as appropriate
• Facilitate discharge planning for youth and families including aftercare, when appropriate.
• Work schedule must accommodate the needs of the youth and families
• Attend all division and team meetings as well as agency trainings as scheduled
• Participate in the agency On-Call Service Team

Knowledge and Experience Required:

• Master’s degree in mental health, psychology, social work, family therapy, or substance abuse counseling
• 2+ years working with youth with serious emotional disturbance or mental health diagnosis, and their families, preferred
• Experience working in the human services field preferred

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong clinical skills
• Knowledge of therapeutic interventions
• Ability to work independently, with weekly supervision
• Strong communication skills
• A demonstrated commitment to the empowerment of children, families, and adolescents to realize their potential
• Knowledge of state systems a plus
• Ability to incorporate the agency philosophy of systemic thinking
• Knowledge of resources within the community to address social policies and concerns for clients
• Internet access for remote work

How to Apply:
Submit a cover letter and resume sharing your interest and unique qualifications for this position to:

Online: Click “Apply for Job” below, fill out demographic information, and attach your resume and cover letter.

Mail: Director of Human Resources
LUK, Inc.
545 Westminster Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420

Email: HR@LUK.org HR@LUK.org with the subject line “Home Based Clinician”

FAX: 978-829-2210

Job Location:
Fitchburg, MA and Worcester, MA

Salary Range and Benefits
Independently licensed clinician – Pay Grade: 8A. Salary Range: $71,000 – $82,500.
Non-licensed or license eligible clinician – Pay Grade: 8B. Salary Range: $66,000 – $77,500.
Salary ranges within each pay grade are based on qualifications, skills, and experience.
Contact LUK’s Human Resources Department for information on our exceptional Benefit Package.

For benefit-eligible positions, LUK provides an extensive and unique benefit package. For more information on LUK’s employment benefits please visit: www.LUK.org/Benefits

Position Overview

LUK Division: BHS__

LUK Component: Standard Outpatient_

Direct Supervisor: TBD_

LUK Staffing Category: _8A or 8B__

This position is 40_ per week

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EOE and Diversity Commitment

LUK is committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our team includes talented professionals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences—from those with firsthand knowledge of the communities we serve to recent graduates and experienced professionals. We believe that bringing together people with different perspectives makes us stronger and better equipped to serve our communities.