The Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking a dynamic human service professional, exceptional and experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Mental Health Clinician, to provide the day-to-day clinical support to a 47-bed adult residential program serving the Southeast Area. This individual will use their clinical expertise and assessment skills to inform the work of a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, nurses, mental health workers, peers, and student interns in meeting the mental health and daily living needs of each individual served by this program. The Mental Health Clinician will reflect the standard of practice and care of a program that is person centered and encourages each individual’s growth toward independence and recovery. The successful candidate will be someone who can work effectively with Program Leadership, Area leadership, Site Directors, and Residential Staff by working collaboratively with them in transitioning residents through the program. This person will also be required to demonstrate sound clinical judgment, have experience working with individuals who are mentally ill and dually diagnosed, have successfully implemented evidence-based practices. _Please Note_: This position is 40 hours per week. The selected candidate will work 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. The days off will be Sunday/Saturday. _Duties and Responsibilities (these duties and responsibilities are not all inclusive):_ * Works as primary clinician for assigned persons served and is accountable for all service components provided by the team. * Responsible for the coordination and completion of the Comprehensive Assessment within the 45 day timeframe that is outlined by regulation by meeting with the client, family and any other individuals that can provide information as well as by gathering and incorporating outside documentation. * Responsible for the development of a Community Service plan for each person assigned that is completed within the 45 day time limit. The Community Service Plan development will include the person served, service providers and any other supports the person served would like to include. * Conducts ongoing assessments; actively participates in discharge planning; assumes primary responsibility for developing, writing, implementing, evaluating, & revising overall treatment/recovery goals in conjunction with DMH & Rehab Option guidelines. * Provide competency-based, evidence-based, and best practice interventions including the use of identified screening tools. * Responsible to ensure timely documentation of person served progress and to ensure compliance with existing DMH regulations and program procedures. * Provides culturally & linguistically competent services that are also sensitive and responsive to religious practices, sexual orientation, gender differences, physical disabilities, as well as services that are age and developmentally appropriate, including young adults and elders. * Serves on and provides clinical leadership to the GLE staff by attending regular team meetings, by coming prepared to present psychosocial history, mental status, diagnosis, treatment provided, and treatment planned for assigned cases to ensure that persons served receive optimal care. * Provides community based clinical interventions to persons served and side-by-side consultation/direction to GLE staff, in order to ensure successful provision of CSP interventions, to coordinate hospital discharges, to facilitate family meetings, and to access community services and support through care transitions. * Will provide individual, family and group therapy when clinically appropriate. _Required for this function: _ * Possession of a current and valid class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s license required for this function. _Preferred Qualifications:_ * Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency. * * _About the On Grounds Program:_ On Grounds Program is part of the Taunton/Attleboro Site that transitions clients from an inpatient setting to a more independent community living setting. The Program is staffed 24 hours a day/7 day a week. In all we always aspire to create an environment which promotes growth and independence for patients, families, and employees alike. Learn more about our important work: Southeast Area | Mass.gov _ DMH Vision and Mission:_ The Department of Mental Health, as the State Mental Health Authority, 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. This critical mission is accomplished by working in partnership with other state agencies, individuals, families, providers, and communities. _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. If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at (800) 510-4122, Option 4. 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. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! 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. Job: Community and Social Services* *Organization: Department of Mental Health *Title: *Mental Health Clinician - Clinical Social Worker A/B Location: Massachusetts-Taunton-60 Hodges Avenue Requisition ID: 240007K5