Clinical Social Worker (A/B)

About the Department and Mission

The Department of Mental Health (DMH) assures and provides access to services and support 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, sets policy, promotes self-determination, protects human rights, and supports mental health training and research.

About the Role

The High Street state-operated program is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and compassionate Clinical Social Worker to serve as a vital member of our care team. This role is designed to provide direct, evidence-based clinical services to individuals in both one-on-one and group settings. The position focuses on psychiatric treatments, symptom and wellness management, trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, relapse prevention, and risk management.

In this capacity, you will champion the recovery process, fostering hope, healing, empowerment, and connection for every client. You will utilize recovery-oriented, motivational interviewing, harm-reduction, and strength-based approaches to help clients articulate their strengths, hopes, dreams, and goals. As a member of the Individual Action Plan (IAP) Team, you will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop clinical formulations, and collaborate with clients to create personalized care strategies. Your work will also involve providing psychoeducation, skills training, and clinical consultation to staff, ensuring a high-quality, person-centered environment where family and friends are welcomed and valued.

Work Schedule and Environment

This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week. The selected candidate will work from 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM, with Sundays and Mondays off. The role may require travel, and employees using a motor vehicle must possess a valid Massachusetts (or equivalent) driver's license.

Hiring Process and Requirements

Candidates selected for this position will undergo a criminal background check as required by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with Human Resources Division guidelines. Please note that education and license information provided by selected candidates is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

For those requiring a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests. For general questions regarding this requisition, contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122, Ext. #4.

Important Notice: First consideration will be given to applicants who apply within the first 14 days of posting. Additionally, per Title 101 CMR 23.00, successful candidates must acknowledge and attest to their vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply, even if they do not meet 100% of the job requirements.