Relief CBHC ESP Clinician, Athol

Relief CBHC ESP Clinician, Athol

Clinical & Support Options, Inc. (CSO) is looking for Relief Clinicians to work in our CBHC (Community Behavioral Health Clinic) Emergency Services Program (ESP) in Athol.

We provide a 24‑hour behavioral health assessment, intervention and stabilization program for youth, families and adults. This role will provide clinical assessments and interventions to individuals experiencing a mental health emergency and clients in the agency's CBHC/Respite programs.

Starting pay: $25–30 per hour.

• Conduct trauma‑informed mental health assessment of individuals experiencing an emergency and provide appropriate disposition. Consult with medical personnel, police and other collaborators as indicated.
• Respond to clients at the most natural setting that is safe and feasible following the CBHC risk guidelines (homes, schools, residential programs, group homes, nursing facilities, hospitals as needed).
• Provide clinical services to residents of the Community Crisis Stabilization (CCS) program including risk assessment for unplanned discharges and screening interviews for inpatient step‑down admissions.
• Maintain positive professional relations with other agencies and community partners/hospitals; represent CBHC services professionally and act as a liaison.
• Complete all initial and ongoing credentialing requirements for hospitals where services are provided, including necessary vaccinations, tox screens, and safety/health education competencies.
• Attend in‑service trainings on evidence‑based best practices and other topics as appropriate; participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Receive regular supervision meetings and monthly staff meetings with the Program Managers.

• Clinical master’s degree.
• Post‑master’s degree work experience (preferred).
• Permission to hold or eligibility for the highest level of Massachusetts licensure in an appropriate discipline (LICSW or LMHC preferred).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Positive – maintaining resiliency and focusing on solutions.
• Respectful – collaborating and effectively communicating.
• Insightful – demonstrating self‑awareness and effectively prioritizing.
• Conscientious – taking accountability and applying feedback.

Clinical & Support Options, Inc. is a dynamic behavioral health organization serving Western Massachusetts for over 50 years. With offices across Springfield, Northampton, Greenfield, and beyond, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive support to individuals and families. Join our team of over 650 multi‑disciplinary staff and become part of a collaborative environment where excellence is fostered internally and partnerships are forged with community organizations.

CSO offers training in Trauma‑Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Skills and more.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Health Care Provider

• Mental Health Care

EOE/AA