Clinician - Children's MH Support & Stabilization Services

The Edinburg Center has exciting career opportunities for people looking to join a dynamic organization dedicated to transforming lives and making a difference in the Human Services field.

Location: Bedford, MA

Job : 2028

# of Openings: 1

Position: Clinical Psychologist / Clinician (Children's Mental Health)

Starting Salary: $65,208 annually (higher for independent licensure or bilingual)

Support & Stabilization Clinicians work as a team with Outreach Workers and sometimes a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to support youth whose families are involved with the Department of Children and Families. Clinicians assess and manage risk, complete clinical assessments, oversee treatment planning, caregiver coaching, skill building, engage in intensive-family therapy, and provide case management as needed.

Who You Are:

Has earned a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Clinical Psychology or Education with a Clinical Concentration (or related field) and possesses LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, or Psychologist licensure. Prior experience working with youth with emotional and behavioral health disturbances and their families. Valid MA driver’s license and reliable transportation required. Must have strong documentation and clinical writing skills. Bilingual/bicultural, experience working with youth with behavioral challenges, lived experience, supervisory experience, and knowledge of EBP models preferred.

What You Will Do:

• Engage in a comprehensive and ongoing assessment process, including protective factors survey and functional assessment.
• Develop a treatment plan with measurable goals for the youth and family.
• Establish a strengths‑based therapeutic relationship for the identified behavioral health needs.
• Implement evidence‑based home‑based individual therapy interventions such as Motivational Interviewing, trauma‑informed CBT, DBT, Collaborative Problem‑Solving, Multisystemic Therapy, Attachment Regulation, Solution Focused Therapy, etc.
• Provide ongoing safety assessment, crisis support, and 24/7 on‑call telephonic support.
• Send weekly email updates to DCF regarding service delivery.
• Coordinate services across treatment providers, schools, state agencies, and other supports.
• Conduct collateral contact with third parties on behalf of the youth and family.
• Facilitate Treatment Planning/Review meetings as assigned.
• Support caregivers and youth in developing self‑care strategies and accessing respite care.
• Adhere to Edinburg Center policies and procedures.
• Comply with all state and local licensing and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in daily support team and departmental meetings and trainings as required.
• Engage in weekly supervision.
• Keep abreast of current literature and present relevant findings.
• Consult with other professionals regarding their expertise.
• Perform other job duties as required and consistent with the nature of the job.

Who We Are:

A dedicated team of professionals with 40 years of experience serving people with mental illness, developmental disabilities, brain injury, and autism in the community. Our staff include psychiatrists, social workers, clinicians, nurses, behavioral specialists, peer specialists, board certified behavior analysts, direct service staff, and employment specialists.

What We Offer:

We offer an excellent benefits package for full‑time staff, including health, dental, vision, life, and short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Paid time off includes vacation, personal, sick, and holidays. Professional development support includes tuition reimbursement, conference and seminar funding, certification training, and free clinical supervision for licensure.

Be YOU! We are committed to a welcoming, inclusive, and diverse environment for employees and the folks we serve. Persons from diverse backgrounds, including women, communities of color, LGBTQ community, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Edinburg Center, Inc. is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.