Jobs and Fellowships

Smith College SSW often receives notices of jobs and fellowships from other organizations. Jobs and fellowships are posted on this page monthly. 

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SSW does not vet any jobs or fellowships that are posted. Please follow up with a poster directly with any questions regarding the position. If you are interested in posting a job or fellowship, please contact the Office of Alumni Engagement.

Fellowships

Mellem Clinic, Providence, RI (Post Date: 8/6/2024)

Announcing postgraduate training opportunity in a private practice setting in Providence Rhode Island.

Mellem Clinic is a practice devoted to the training and proliferation of psychodynamic theory and principles. We strive to provide psychotherapy trainees with a strong footing in or a desire to develop a psychodynamic practice in an accessible community-oriented private practice clinic.
We are licensed in Rhode Island.

The position is perfect for someone looking for flexibility with hours, is hungry for work and knowledge, and is interested in working with both individual and group settings.
Pay is very competitive and we will provide weekly didactics, supervision, as well as training in DBT and group therapy. Didactics will be rooted in psychodynamic theory and practice.

Please email directly at ingakorsgaardphd@gmail.com if you are interested or have questions. 

Texas A&M Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, Bryan, TX (Post Date: 11/8/2024)

As the primary provider of psychiatry and psychotherapy services in the Brazos Valley, Texas A&M Psychiatry and Behavioral Health offers a robust interdisciplinary teaching clinic, featuring learners and faculty from all mental health professions. 

Post-Graduate Clinical Social Work Fellowship
Must have or acquire LMSW License in Texas

What are we:
An intense two-year fellowship program providing interdisciplinary practice, didactic, and case centered learning to shape the top clinical social worker psychotherapists of tomorrow.

What we look for:
MSWs who are open to learning, excited to practice in an interdisciplinary teaching clinic, engage in department-wide learning, and develop a well-rounded skill set with diverse populations and modalities.

Starting Salary: $50,000/yr – Full University Benefits

Highlights Include:
- Experience providing 800+/yr sessions of individual, group, and family psychotherapy
- Training and experience in both in-person and telehealth interventions - Training in Evidence Based Treatments, including modalities such as TF-CBT, Prolonged Exposure, CBT, CPT, and others.
- Participation in didactic education and case presentation series with interdisciplinary learners from all training backgrounds
- Dedicated weekly supervision with LCSW-S faculty- Opportunities to participate in additional, self-determined work with clinical and/or research faculty based on current projects.
- Ability to direct significant practice to areas of future specialization

Highlights Include:
- 100% of graduates have passed the ASWB LCSW exam
- Below state/national average Cost of Living area
- PSLF eligible employer for loan forgiveness
- Fantastic university benefits package, including $30/mo robust health insurance.

To Inquire/Apply: Team-swfellowship@groups.tamu.edu

The Human Relations Service (HRS), Wellesley, MA (Post Date: 12/20/2024)

Description
2-year postgraduate fellowships in clinical social work.
Training in outpatient psychodynamic therapy in a community mental health setting Late August 2025-June 2027.

The Human Relations Service (HRS) is a private, non-profit community mental health service agency. Our goal is to provide an exceptional, advanced training experience in a variety of psychotherapy approaches, with strong emphasis on psychodynamic psychotherapy. The clinical population includes children, adolescents, families, and adults.

Year 1: starts late August 2025
• Clinical Training Seminar in psychodynamic psychotherapy (weekly, 1.5 hours 
• Clinical Case Conference (all-staff, includes invited speakers and staff presenters, weekly, 1.5 hours)
• Psychodynamic Reading Group (monthly, 1.5 hours)
• First-Year Supervision Group (weekly, 1 hour)
• Individual supervision (2 supervisors/2 hours per week)

Year 2
• Clinical Training Seminar in psychodynamic psychotherapy (as above)
• Clinical Case Conference (as above)
• Psychodynamic Reading Group (monthly, 1.5 hours)
• Second-Year Peer Supervision Group (weekly, 1 hour)
• Individual supervision (2 supervisors/2 hours per week)
• Case Conference Fellows Presentation (each fellow presents to the Clinical Case Conference once)

Caseload
In addition to training and supervision hours, social work fellows provide a minimum of 10 direct service hours per week, with a mix of child, adolescent, parent/family, young adult, and adult cases as well as long- and short-term cases. Compensation is fee-for-service.

Application Requirements
We prefer applicants with experience in child psychotherapy, community mental health, outpatient psychotherapy, and/or school counseling; who have demonstrated interest in psychodynamic perspectives on formulation and treatment; and who are self-aware and psychologically-minded (as might be developed in part through personal psychotherapy). 

Please submit Cover Letter, Resume or CV, and three Letters of Reference to:
Susan Taylor, Psy.D., Training Coordinator
11 Chapel Place Wellesley, MA 02481
staylor@hrshelps.org; phone: (781) 235-4950

Please apply by email. For email attachments, pdf files are preferred. 

Application due date:    February 1, 2025
If positions are not filled after this deadline, we will continue to accept applications on a rolling basis. Please feel free to inquire by email.  

Jobs

Associate Licensed Telehealth Therapists, Seattle, WA (Post Date: 9/2/24)

Femme and Them, PLLC is an insurance-based group practice offering telehealth therapy services exclusively to LGBTQIA+ clients and their families throughout Washington State. We are dedicated to providing care for LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples, and families, with a focus on creating a supportive and affirming environment.

We are seeking LGBTQIA+ generalists to work with a variety of ages and presenting issues, as well as those interested in focusing on one of the following niche populations: LGBTQIA+ teenagers, LGBTQIA+ perinatal mental health, and LGBTQIA+ couples. Enjoy flexible scheduling, remote work, and paid supervision for your professional growth, along with ongoing training specific to these populations.

Guided By Our Values, Our Team Is Motivated and Committed
• Accessibility: We believe LGBTQIA-affirming mental health care should be available to everyone.
• Liberation: We believe all forms of oppression are interconnected, and we work to challenge them.
• Cultural Humility: We believe in the process of knowing, naming, and unlearning white supremacy and patriarchy. We believe in learning and owning our origin stories. We believe in respect for the ancestors of the land we occupy, and for their living descendants.
• Always Growing: We are always learning and growing.
• Affirmation: Everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and celebrated for who they are.

Position Requirements:
• Master’s Degree in a mental health discipline.
• Current State of Washington associate license (LMFTA, LMHCA, LSWAIC).
• Resident of Washington State.
• Ability to work with individuals and/or couples.
• Knowledge of and experience with LGBTQ+ communities 
• Availability to see clients for a minimum of 15 hours per week (part-time) or 25 hours a week (full-time).
• Access to a private and confidential room for telehealth sessions.
• Reliable and fast internet connection.
• Computer with a camera for telehealth sessions.
• Cell phone capable of installing iPlum (app)
• You must be relatively tech savvy as this position is fully remote
• Passion for LGBTQIA+ community work

Benefits:
• Clinical (billable) - $38-$45 per hour.
• Administrative (non-billable) - $20 per hour.
• Billing and insurance support are provided by the practice.
• Fully remote position anywhere within Washington State.
• Fully flexible schedule
• Paid continuing education and training
• Comprehensive telehealth platform (Sessions Health).
• Full-time employees receive medical, dental, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) benefits, with Kaiser Platinum premium fully covered by Femme and Them, PLLC. 
• Paid time off/sick leave: 1 hour PTO per 40 hours worked.
• Monthly stipends for tech (internet/phone)
• Paid supervision (LMHC, LICSW, & PMH-C).
• Copy writing, SEO, marketing mentorship

To apply, please submit your resume and a note explaining your interest in working for our group to kaya@femmeandthem.co

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Post Doctoral Fellow, Oyster Bay, NY (Post Date: 10/18/24)

Afshan Mohamedali Psychology, PLLC, is  looking to expand its practice and hire two full-time postdoctoral fellows for positions beginning in the fall of 2025. The positions will be virtual/ hybrid and require a 2-year commitment.

THE POSITION

YEAR 1: PRE-LICENSURE

  • Ramp up toward a full-time caseload (28 clinical hours) with a competitive fee-for-service structure
  • Ability to design your own schedule, with two evenings required
  • Once weekly individual supervision and once weekly peer consultation group
  • Annual stipend toward conferences, seminars, workshops, etc.
  • Monthly health insurance stipend
  • Complete administrative and billing support

YEAR 2: POST-LICENSURE

  • Continued fee-for-service structure with a substantial increase in rate
  • Supervisory experience of a Year 1 postdoctoral fellow
  • Biweekly individual supervision and once weekly peer consultation group
  • Assistance in becoming paneled with insurance should you choose
    Annual stipend toward conferences, seminars, workshops, etc.
  • Monthly health insurance stipend
  • Complete administrative and billing support
  • Ability to stay with the practice after your second year or take your entire caseload with you

APPLICATION

Please email:  

A copy of your CV

A case study detailing your approach to therapy

Contact information for two references

Email: amohamedaliphd@gmail.com                                                          

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Assistant Professor of Social Work - Online MSW Program, New London, NH (Post Date: 10/23/24)

Description

Colby-Sawyer College announces a nine-month, full-time, tenure eligible Master of Social Work (MSW) faculty position reporting to the MSW Program Director and Dean of the School of Business and Social Sciences. The individual selected for this position will work closely with MSW Program and Practicum Directors and faculty and will be an integral part of the continued building of the online MSW program at Colby-Sawyer. Individuals who wish to join a team valuing diversity, collegiality and flexibility and who are interested in in growing a smaller, student-centered program are encouraged to apply.

This position may be based on our New London, NH campus or remotely. Candidates who indicate a preference to work remotely will be provided equal consideration. Candidates demonstrating effectiveness in teaching both practice and non-practice MSW courses will be given greater consideration; in particular, we are seeking a talented colleague with experience teaching in areas of policy and child/family welfare. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency with online course development, familiarity with CSWE core competencies, and at least two years of post-MSW clinical experience (licensure preferred). The individual in this position will also likely be required to lead ongoing practicum courses and seminars (without student placement responsibilities). 

Start date is August 2025. 

Teaching responsibilities consist of 6, 3-credit courses per year. The individual in this position will also assist in the governance and organization of the MSW program including academic planning, curriculum development and review, student academic advising, accreditation and program enhancement as requested. Further, the faculty member in this position will be responsible for actively participating in all aspects of the Colby-Sawyer community (including scholarship and service) in alignment with the Colby-Sawyer College Faculty Handbook.

Responsibilities

  • Teach six courses across a 9-month academic year, for a total of 18 credits. Teaching responsibilities in academic courses include one hour of weekly, synchronous instruction per course. 
  • Support and empower a diverse graduate student population. 
  • Work alongside MSW faculty and staff to develop and maintain a consistent, online presentation. 
  • Contribute to close academic and professional advising of MSW students. 
  • Participate in review of MSW courses, curricula, and program assessment. 
  • When needed, contribute to the development and maintenance of practicum experiences. 
  • Collaborate with the Program and Practicum Directors and faculty to address academic issues as they relate to student progress, including practicum placement. 
  • Participate in accreditation-related tasks associated with the MSW program as requested. 
  • Contribute to the evaluation of MSW student academic achievement and other evaluative processes of the College. 
  • Active involvement in relevant admissions events and program-related activities adding to growth of the MSW program. 
  • Attend and participate at all appropriate faculty and relevant administrative meetings (in a remote capacity if necessary). 
  • Engage actively in committee work in the governance of the college. 
  • Service, including college-, school-, and community-level service, at a level endorsed by the Dean of Business and Social Sciences. 
  • Keep abreast of relevant CSWE-related information, like-programs, and the field of social work. 
  • Maintain appropriate scholarly engagement.  

Required Qualifications:

  • DSW or Ph.D. in Social Work (Ph.D. in an adjacent discipline such as Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or Family Studies will also be considered). ABD candidates with an expected completion date of May 2025 or earlier will be considered. 
  • MSW from a CSWE-accredited program. 
  • Demonstrated teaching excellence at the college/university level, with experience in higher education in an online setting and using an online course management system (Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard). 
  • Evidence of, or clear potential for, mentoring MSW students of diverse backgrounds at the graduate level. 
  • Teaching experience in social welfare/comparative policy, child welfare, social work practice with children, adolescents, and families. 
  • A strong commitment to practices associated with anti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion. 
  • Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues related to curricular initiatives, teaching responsibilities, and student support. 
  • Appropriate scholarly engagement.  

Preferred qualifications:

  • At least two years of post-MSW clinical experience. 
  • Clinical licensure (LCSW/LICSW). 
  • Teaching experience in social work at the graduate level. 
  • Demonstrated effectiveness teaching both practice and non-practice MSW courses. 
  • Knowledge of CSWE 2022 EPAS and related standards.

Candidates, please submit the following:

  • A letter of application detailing qualifications in teaching and addressing fluency in including diversity-related content within an inclusive, online classroom. 
  • A current curriculum vitae. 
  • A list of social work courses taught and/or qualified to teach. 
  • A list of three professional references with contact information. 
  • Student course evaluations for the most recent two years of teaching.  

Note: applications not containing/addressing all materials listed above will not be considered. 

Review of materials will begin on December 2, 2024. Please contact Program Director Kate Turcotte with questions: kate.turcotte@colby-sawyer.edu  

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Assistant/Associate Professor of Social Work, Athens, OH (Post Date: 10/23/24)

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Complete an online application and attach required documents including a detailed cover letter, CV, unofficial transcripts, teaching philosophy statement and research interests.

For references, applicants will be asked to key-in contact details for reference providers who will be emailed to complete a letter of reference via an online quick link. 

Review of application materials will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by November 3, 2024.  

This position is eligible for the following benefits:
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, and retirement.

Job description
The Department of Social Work at Ohio University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor position that reports to the Department Chair. The Department of Social Work has an undergraduate social work program, as well as an MSW program that is offered in-person and online. Our MSW program has a focus on rural social work and clinical practice. The social work programs are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate social work courses, conducting research, and serving on Department, College, and University Committees.

Ideal candidates could teach across the curriculum, teaching a combination of practice, policy, and HBSE courses. 

We are seeking an individual with a commitment to high quality teaching combined with a focused line of research on social work issues, including but not limited to mental health, substance use, healthy aging, veterans’ issues, rural issues, and/or child welfare. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to collaborate with leading scientists in ADVANCE: The Research Institute to Advance Health Equity (https://www.ohio.edu/chsp/advance). 

The responsibilities of this position will include:

  • Conducting independent and collaborative research.
  • Contributing to the department’s teaching mission by teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, with a primary focus in the graduate program.
  • Seeking and securing funding to support research initiatives.
  • Serving on department, college, and university committees.
  • Mentoring undergraduate and graduate students

Minimum qualification:

  • PhD in social work or related field by start date of appointment 
  • MSW from a CSWE accredited program
  •  Commitment to quality undergraduate and graduate education
  •  Ability to engage in research with successful extramural funding or potential for extramural funding, depending on rank.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Two years post-MSW practice experience
  • PhD in social work
  • Evidence of research and scholarly activity accomplishment related to social work issues 
  • Evidence of successful college/university teaching
  • Eligible to become licensed in social work at any level in Ohio
  • Commitment to active e-learning and experience with online delivery

Pay rate:
Salary will be commensurate with education, rank, and experience, while also considering internal equity. The candidate will also enjoy a generous benefits package including paid holidays, sick time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to health, prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% company contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, transgender care, flextime and flexplace policies, counseling and mental health care, access to professional development programs and more. Additional information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits.

Job Open Date: 10/04/2024
Posting Close Date:  11/03/2024
Employment Type: full-time regular
Job Category: Tenure Track Faculty
Months: 9 month
Planning Unit: College of Health Sciences & Professions

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Jenny Shadik, email shadik@ohio.edu

Required Documents: 
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
References
Teaching philosophy statement
Unofficial transcripts
Research Interest

Optional Documents:
Official Transcripts

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ITR Clinician, Needham, MA, (Post Date: 11/06/24)

Description
For over 60 years, Walker Therapeutic and Educational Programs is a leading non-profit organization providing comprehensive programming in the fields of child welfare, children’s behavioral health, and special education. We proudly serve over 150 communities in MA, with our clients coming from diverse racial and cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, who struggle predominantly with anxiety and trauma. These services are offered through; Residential, CBAT, and Intensive Treatment Programs, Special Education Day School, Therapeutic Middle-High School, Out-Patient and In-Home Therapeutic Services.

Walker Therapeutic & Educational Programs is currently looking for a Master's level Clinician in their Intensive Treatment Residence Program on the Needham Campus for clients ages 5-13. Under the guidance of the Clinical Supervisor, this role will provide a variety of clinical services, including individual, group, family, sibling, and duo therapy, provide clinical consultation to direct care and educational staff, and responsible for ongoing assessment, treatment planning, implementation of interventions, case management, development of all treatment documents within specified timeframes and discharge planning. Ability to be flexible, work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, and the ability to respond to crisis as needed. Must be committed to child centered, family focused, culturally competent care using Walker supported Evidence Based Practices

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, FSA, 401K with Employer Contribution, Life and Disability, Discount Programs, Tuition Reimbursement and Remission Programs, generous PTO, paid Holidays, free CPR/First Aid training, free parking, and a beautiful scenic campus!

Education and Licensure
Required: Candidate must possess a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline such as: Psychology, Counseling Psychology or Social Work. Applicable Licensure: LCSW, LICSW, LMFT, LMHC
Preferred: Independent Licensure 

Experience 
Required: Experience in therapeutic treatment with latency aged children and their families, proficiency in use of computer systems for clinical information management, excellent oral and written communication skills, and demonstrated ability to produce written reports in a timely manner.
Preferred: Experience with assessment, goal focused treatment planning, Rehab Options documentation standards, and evidence-based treatment modalities (primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, ARC). Previous experience working with youth with emotional and behavioral challenges, their family systems, and state agencies.

Abilities
Required:

  • Ability to meet deadlines and follow through with multiple projects simultaneously. 
  • Ability to respond to and follow through with requests professionally. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be able to sit at work station for prolonged periods of time, consistent with OSHA suggestions and requirements. 
  • Must have the ability to access different building locations, equipment, mailboxes, etc. 
  • Must have ability to lift packages up to 10 pounds. 
  • Must be able to fulfill all Walker required trainings, including certification in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI). 
  • Valid driver’s license to drive in Massachusetts and Proof of valid auto insurance with the following coverage: $100,000 injury per person $300,000 injury per accident $5,000 property damage.

Preferred: Fluency in Spanish and/or additional language capacity

Essential functions:
1. Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide clinical case management to ITR/STR youth.
2. Assessment of child and family strengths and needs using CANS and CAFAS.
3. Development and implementation of goal focused treatment plans based on assessment.
4. Consistent communication with family and all collaterals including state agencies, and outside providers.
5. Oversight and maintenance of youth record including all documentation to be completed as required based on licensing and Rehab Options standards.
6. Provide individual, family, and/or group therapy for youth as indicated through assessment and utilizing evidence-based treatment modalities with clear, measurable goals. It should be noted that children come from all over Massachusetts and treatment may take place on the Needham Campus, in a youth’s home, or at another community location as deemed appropriate. Transportation of youth and family members as required to facilitate appropriate treatment.
7. Create, maintain, and regularly present group therapy curriculum.
8. Plan and provide regular opportunities for youth to spend time in the community developing life skills.
9. Lead or co-lead issue oriented or didactic therapy groups for children or parents regularly.
10. Attend bi-weekly supervision, all required staff meetings, trainings, and clinical multi-disciplinary team meetings.
11. Responsible for preparing for and facilitating all youth-specific treatment meetings held at Walker. In addition, attending all required external meetings as scheduled by state agencies and funding sources and as needed.
12. Provide in-the-moment coaching to staff and floor coverage, as needed.
13. Complete MAP training and maintain certification in accordance with standards.
14. On-call coverage, as assigned.
15.All other duties, as assigned.
 

Supervision to be received: Bi-Weekly supervision by Director of Ain ITR/STR; Regular participation in clinical group supervision and clinical consults Supervision to be exercised: Supervision of interns as assigned 

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CBAT Clinician, Needham, MA, (Post Date: 11/06/24)

Description
For over 60 years, Walker Therapeutic and Educational Programs is a leading non-profit organization providing comprehensive programming in the fields of child welfare, children’s behavioral health, and special education. We proudly serve over 150 communities in MA, with our clients coming from diverse racial and cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, who struggle predominantly with anxiety and trauma. These services are offered through; Residential, CBAT, and Intensive Treatment Programs, Special Education Day School, Therapeutic Middle-High School, Out-Patient and In-Home Therapeutic Services.

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, FSA, 401K with Employer Contribution, Life and Disability, Discount Programs, Tuition Reimbursement and Remission Programs, generous PTO, paid Holidays, free CPR/First Aid training, free parking, and a beautiful scenic campus! Ability to learn and grow professionally in the organization! 

Summary of position: Provide clinical case management and ongoing clinical services to the CBAT youth and families at Walker’s Needham Campus; provide clinical consultation to direct care and educational staff; provide ongoing assessment, treatment planning, goal focused short-term treatment, and discharge planning for assigned youth. Must be committed to child centered, family focused, culturally competent care and strengths-based treatment. 

Education and Licensure
Required: Candidate must possess a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline such as: Psychology, Counseling Psychology or Social Work Valid driver’s license to drive in Massachusetts.
Preferred: LCSW, LICSW or LMHC

Experience
Required: Experience in therapeutic treatment with latency aged children and their families, proficiency in use of computer systems for clinical information management, excellent oral and written communication skills, and demonstrated ability to produce written reports in a timely manner.
Preferred: Experience with assessment, goal focused treatment planning, TCI (therapeutic crisis intervention) and evidence-based treatment modalities. Previous clinical work in short term settings, family-based treatment or residential treatment.

Abilities Required:
• Ability to meet deadlines and follow through with multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to respond to and follow through with requests professionally.
• Ability to respond to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to sit at work station for prolonged periods of time, consistent with OSHA suggestions and requirements.
• Must have the ability to access different building locations, equipment, mailboxes, etc.
• Must have ability to access off campus programs.
• Must have ability to lift packages up to 10 pounds.
Ability to complete all components of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention.

Essential functions:
1. Provides a safe and productive therapeutic environment for youth
2. Provides a family friendly, respectful, and therapeutic environment for families
3. Promotes confidence and perseverance in all family members so that they can meet standards that are high, yet realistic
4. Is able to effectively work with youth to promote therapeutic growth and positive change
5. Collaborates effectively with Walker treatment team and outside providers to provide a high standard of continual care
6. Uses a variety of treatment modalities effectively to assess the abilities of youth and make appropriate recommendations for future care
7. Stays up to date on current research in clinical modalities in order to provide the best therapy services to children and families
8. Manage case load of 5-6 children assigned by CBAT Director or designee.
9. Interface with macro-systems including DCF, DMH, LEA, CBHI, and insurance providers
10. Work collaboratively with the CBAT treatment team to develop and implement clinical services to CBAT youth
11. Attend clinical staff meetings, and multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
12. Provide on-going written assessments and documentation in a timely manner, including treatment plans, recommendations, and discharge summaries for assigned youth
13. Provide individual, and group therapy
14. Provide family therapy
15. On-call coverage, as assigned
16. Provide consultation and support to direct care staff
17. Maintain regularly scheduled contact with all collaterals, complete all case management tasks and conduct insurance reviews in timely manner
18. Conduct crisis evaluation screening and admission assessments as assigned by the CBAT Director
19. Provide crisis stabilization and support to youth as needed
20. All other duties, as assigned.

Supervision to be received: Weekly individual supervision provided by CBAT Program Director or designee
Supervision to be exercised: Intern or BSW supervision as assigned
 

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Social Work Fellow, Bryan, TX (Post Date: 11/06/24)

Description
The Social Work Fellow, Psychiatry, under general supervision, provides social work services for Department of Psychiatry of Texas A&M University. Provides detailed behavioral health evaluations incorporating a psychosocial history including risk assessment and recommendation for treatment, under supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker – Supervisor (LCSW-S) and within limitations of license. Delivers evidence based Psychotherapy to patients using assessment tools to track patient progress and tailored intervention, under supervision of an LCSW-S and within limitations of license. Assumes responsibility for difficult and complex patients based on experience or area of expertise. Provides specialty consultation to other health care staff. Documents services and activities per department standards and assists with program evaluation activities to track and analyze utilization and effectiveness of services. Conducts scholarly presentations to clinic staff and participates in educational activities for staff, students and trainees of other disciplines.

What you need to know
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.
Work Schedule: The work schedule for this program is Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm
Program Length: Our Social Work Fellow training program is a two-year program. Appointments are made initially for one year, with a second-year re-appointment being at the discretion of the Department. Further continued employment after the end of this two-year program is not guaranteed.
Other Requirements or Other Factors: Depending upon the nature of your position, you may be required to receive immunizations (excluding COVID and Flu).
Special Instructions: A cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation (from recent supervisors or faculty members familiar with your clinical work) are strongly recommended.

Qualifications 

Required Education: Master's Degree in Social Work or related field from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, or equivalent level of education and experience that qualifies the applicant to hold a Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW) License in Texas.

Required Licenses and Certifications: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) License in Texas. 

Preferred Education: Master's level course work in individual, family, and group therapy. Master's level course work in various therapy models and motivational interviewing. 

Preferred Experience: One year of practice experience in a behavioral health or related setting. (This experience may be accrued during a graduate program.) Clinical experience with children, adolescents, couples, substance use, or trauma. Experience in telehealth. Experience in working with interdisciplinary care teams. Experience in evidence-based treatment methods. 

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Able to engage with processes of clinical supervision with supervisor; Strong oral and written communication skills. Comfortable with learning new technology and delivering services via telehealth. Ability to perform all tasks and responsibilities safely without injury to self and others in compliance with A&M System and HSC guidelines.

Responsibilities:

  • Provides direct mental health services - Provides detailed Behavioral Health evaluations incorporating a psychosocial history including risk assessment and recommendation for treatment, under supervision of an LCSW-S and within limitations of license. Delivers evidence based psychotherapy to patients using assessment tools to track patient progress and tailored intervention, under supervision of an LCSW-S and within limitations of license. Provides specialty consultation to other health care staff. Assumes responsibility for difficult and complex patients based on experience or area of expertise. Participates as a member of an inter- and intra-disciplinary team, including problem solving, program planning, clinical care planning, and quality improvement. 
  • Clinic Process Development and Improvement - Assists with developing and modifying patient triage and intake and referral systems within the clinic. Assists in implementing and training evidence base treatment. Documents services and activities per department standards and assists with program evaluation activities to track and analyze utilization and effectiveness of services. 
  • Patient Review and Continuing Education Support - Participates in continuing education through interdisciplinary didactic and rounding activities. Conducts scholarly presentations to clinic staff and participate in educational activities for staff, students and trainees of other disciplines. Participates in group and individual supervision with clinical supervisor, discussing current patient care, reviewing clinical skill exercises, and ensuring continued professional development.
  •  Research Support - Contributes to department research mission as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

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In-Home Therapist, Needham, MA (Post Date: 11/08/24)

Summary of position:
Provide In-Home Therapy (IHT) services in homes or other community locations to youth and families enrolled in IHT through the Children’s Behavioral Health Initiative. The In-Home Therapy team provides strength-based therapy to youth under 21 years old who have social, emotional, and behavioral health needs and to the youths’ families. Therapists are Master's level clinicians who provide individual and family therapy with the goal of enhancing functioning and positive communication both individually and within the family system. Therapists provide an initial assessment and quarterly reassessments, therapy, some crisis intervention, and care coordination to children, adolescents, and their families as part of a team with a Therapeutic Training and Support (TT&S) Bachelor’s level staff.

Essential functions:
1. Use established psycho-therapeutic techniques/interventions to help improve youth's social, emotional, and behavioral functioning, prevent inpatient admission, and strengthen caregiver(s) parenting skills.
2. Conduct all necessary assessments in a thorough and timely manner, obtain approval as required prior to filing, and provide all needed updates.
3. Develop a treatment plan in collaboration with family and collaterals that prioritizes needs and sets related goals as indicated by assessment; revise and update plan as intervention proceeds.
4. Develop and support an effective risk assessment and safety plan with youth and family.
5. Collaborate with TT&S in implementing the treatment plan to assist youth and family in achieving the goals of the plan.
6. Plan and conduct, with TT&S, family and/or individual meetings (as needed) in support of goals with clear purpose and maximum possible flexibility, including times/places for meetings.
7. Ensure specialist consultations, evaluations, and referrals are requested. 8. Develop initial and ongoing teamwork with family members, formal providers, natural supports, and others who can support sustainable progress.
9. Organize, attend, and/or travel to meetings/ appointments in various locations.
10. Maintain paper and electronic records in an orderly and timely manner.
11. Participate in and come prepared to weekly supervision and staff meetings.
12. If youth is enrolled in Intensive Care Coordination, participate in all care planning meetings and processes for the youth.
13. Follow through with on-call policies and procedures. Complete all required trainings, including CANS certification.
14. Ensure that all services are provided in a professional manner, ensuring privacy and safety.
15. Provide outpatient therapy to cases as needed/assigned.
16. All other duties, as assigned

Supervision to be received: Clinical Supervisor, Program Director, Senior Director, or Designee
Supervision to be exercised: None

Education and Licensure
Required: License-Eligible Masters Degree in Related Field from CBHI Approved List of Degrees
Preferred: Obtain independent license within 2 years of full time employment 

Experience
Required: Experience working therapeutically with children and adolescents with behavioral health needs and their families.
Preferred:
• Experience with strength-based assessment and development of treatment plans based on clear clinical formulations and knowledge of collateral systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team structure.
• Demonstrated creativity, cultural curiosity, and flexibility in responding to a variety of family, home, and community environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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Clinical Social Worker, Stockbridge, MA (Post Date: 11/15/24)

Description
For over a century, the Austen Riggs Center has been a leading psychiatric hospital and residential treatment center, specializing in the care of adult patients with complex psychiatric conditions in a fully open and voluntary setting. Our patients come from across the country and internationally. As a vital member of the medical staff and interdisciplinary team at the Austen Riggs Center, the Clinical Social Worker provides comprehensive, patient-centered care through a psychodynamic systems approach. This approach emphasizes understanding underlying issues and making meaning of patients’ struggles within their three-generation family history and their broader psychosocial context, rather than solely focusing on symptom reduction. 

Core responsibilities of the Clinical Social Worker include participating in admissions consultations, conducting patient and family psychosocial assessments, providing family consultation, patient-centered family meetings, family therapy, and dynamic casework services, including discharge planning. Beyond providing direct clinical care, social workers are immersed in an intellectually stimulating environment that values and promotes their ongoing professional development. They benefit from clinical supervision and peer consultation, as well as numerous opportunities to expand their expertise—whether through group work, interdisciplinary committees, research, conference presentations, writing for publication, or attending seminars. 

While flexibility is at times necessary to accommodate patient and family needs, the primary work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Austen Riggs' Clinical Social Workers are eligible to participate in the Massachusetts Repay Program which provides student loan forgiveness. For more information please visit their site at www.marepay.org.

Benefits:
• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental and Vision (starting day 1)
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Reimbursement Account
• Retirement Plan: 403(b) with Generous Employer Contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off and 12 Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave (9 weeks)
• Weekly Individual Clinical Supervision
• Weekly Peer Consultation Group
• Opportunities to Supervise Social Work Interns
• Stipend for External Continuing Education and Conference Attendance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Onsite Library

*As a 501(c)(3) time worked in the clinical social work position qualifies as time worked towards the PSLF loan forgiveness program.

Austen Riggs' Clinical Social Workers are eligible to participate in the Massachusetts Repay Program which provides student loan forgiveness. For more information please visit their site at www.marepay.org

Requirements
• MSW with LCSW or LICSW; Massachusetts license or eligibility. • Two years post-MSW experience.
• Specific training and clinical experience as a family therapist preferable.
• Clinical social work experience from a psychodynamic perspective preferable.
• Demonstrated commitment to engaging issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion and working with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills that result in effective information exchange and productive collaborations with patients, families, and other health professionals.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to concentrate for long periods of time and to maintain emotional equilibrium.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to promote patients' rights as per Center policy and always demonstrate respect for confidentiality.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of products, including Outlook and Excel, and comfortable working in EHR databases.

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Assistant Professor - Sociology and Anthropology, Farmingdale, NY (Post Date: 11/20/24)

Description
The Department of Sociology and Anthropology invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, beginning Fall 2025. Candidates must be able to teach Introduction to Sociology and at least one other Sociology course. Most significantly, candidates must be able to assist in developing and growing a Human Services major and creating Human Services courses. Candidates must also demonstrate teaching effectiveness, a scholarly agenda, and a willingness to engage in departmental and college-wide service, particularly student advisement. Faculty at FSC carry a 4-4 teaching load.

All faculty members at Farmingdale State College have three workload components: teaching, research and scholarly activity, and service. The successful candidate will demonstrate an interest and high level of competence in teaching. Candidates should have a research agenda that complements their area of academic specialty resulting in peer-reviewed publications and presentation, both of which are necessary for promotion and tenure at Farmingdale State College. The service component of the workload includes student advisement as well as active participation on departmental, school and college-wide committees.

The college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills and abilities that include:
•  Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion.
•  Interest in participating in student-centered service activities.
•  Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College's many community partners

Minimum qualifications:
•  Ph.D. in Human Services, Social Welfare, Social Work, Sociology or a related field by the time of appointment.
•  Ability to teach courses at the college level.
•  Research agenda.

Preferred qualifications:
•  Experience teaching Introduction to Sociology.
•  Experience teaching at the undergraduate level

Additional Information:
This is a 10-month UUP faculty position.
•  For the first 10 working days, beginning Wednesday, September 25, 2024, and ending Tuesday, October 8, 2024, applications will be limited to UUP Farmingdale.
•  CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: Saturday, November 30, 2024
•  SALARY: $75,000 + $4,000 in downstate location pay = $79,000 Total Compensation.
•  ANTICIPATED START DATE: Fall semester 2025

•The State University of New York offers excellent fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans.
•Visit Why Work at FSC page to learn more about FSC and the total rewards offered
•VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION

Application Instructions:
Interested candidates may apply by clicking on the "Apply Now" link at the top or bottom of the application page. The following documents are required for all positions:
•Cover Letter
•Resume/C.V.

Additional instructions for faculty positions: Your cover letter must include a statement on teaching philosophy and methodology. Please attach copies of teaching evaluations and an unofficial copy of graduate transcripts (showing highest degree awarded/currently in process). Candidates invited for interviews will be asked to make a presentation on their research/creative activities as well as a separate teaching demonstration.

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Assistant Professor in Social Work, Pomona, CA (Post Date: 11/20/24)

Description
Our department’s current search is for a tenure track faculty to teach courses in social work, with a particular interest in candidates whose teaching, research, and practice experience focus on micro level social work. Antiracist and anti-oppressive perspectives are welcomed additional foci. The position requires excellence in teaching, advising, professional and scholarly achievements, and a commitment to service to the department, university, and community. The successful candidate will demonstrate sensitivity to issues of diversity, including race, ethnicity, gender, class, age, religion, and sexuality. Applicants whose work demonstrates a commitment to inclusive excellence and diversity in higher education are particularly encouraged to apply. Candidates are strongly urged to familiarize themselves with our program, department, university, and mission.

Minimum requirements include:
•  Ph.D. in Sociology or Social Work or related social sciences field from an accredited university. Doctoral degree must be completed by the start of the appointment;
•  Master’s in social work (MSW) from a CSWE accredited university; University teaching experience as instructor of record and/or teaching assistant;
•  A Student Success Statement that demonstrates your commitment and record of contributions through applicant’s teaching, scholarship, or service, by addressing at least two of the inclusive excellence criteria listed above;
•  Three references' names and contact information.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
•  Evidence of ability to teach courses in social work;
•  Evidence of ability to teach across the social work curriculum and support instruction in applied areas of social work theory and micro practice;
•  Evidence of commitment to teaching excellence through student evaluations, descriptions of pedagogical innovation, and other evidence of commitment to quality teaching;
•  Evidence of ability to engage in an active scholarly agenda that provides opportunities for student research;
•  Evidence of ability to serve as an academic advisor and research mentor to a diverse undergraduate student body.
•  Post-MSW practice experience & licensure

Conditions of Employment:
The person offered this position is required to pass a background check.

Application Process:
A completed application will consist of
•  Cover letter in which you describe your interest in the position, relevant experience, and how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications;
•  A Student Success Statement (up to 2 pages, single-spaced) that responds to the prompt above - “Inclusive Excellence and Student Success” and addresses at least two of the inclusive excellence criteria listed (please indicate the criteria numbers in your Statement).
•  Curriculum vitae;
•  A teaching statement, which may include evidence of teaching effectiveness and a discussion of teaching philosophy (2-page maximum);
•  A research statement or scholarship plan (2-page maximum);
•  Transcripts showing the highest degree earned (an official transcript will be required of finalists);
•  Names and contact information for three references.

Finalists for the position will:
•  be required to provide official transcripts for highest degree before the on-campus interview;
•  be required to provide three letters of reference dated within the last two years;
•  Final candidates being interviewed are expected to make a research presentation and a teaching demonstration.

Please direct inquiries to flwachs@cpp.edu.
Applications accepted only via PageUp—online application portal—for University hires.
Salary Range for academic year, nine-month appointment: $83,000-$86,500

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Youth Development Specialist, Fitchburg, MA (Post Date 11/22/2024)

Description
The Youth Development Specialist works under the direction of the Youth Development Coordinator. The Youth Development Specialist will train and facilitate youth leaders to implement evidence-based violence prevention approaches. Additionally, this position will identify and/or develop culturally and linguistically appropriate curricula to meet the needs of youth involved in or at risk of violence. This position will provide training, technical assistance, and consultation to staff, the planning team, and community partners to increase awareness and understanding of positive youth development and successfully implement prevention curricula. The Youth Development Specialist will collaborate with other staff to implement positive youth development and violence prevention programs for youth and young adults. Data collection and assistance with reporting are also expected. 

Responsibilities Include:
• Train and facilitate youth leaders to implement evidence-based violence prevention approaches
• Identify and/or develop culturally and linguistically appropriate curricula to meet the needs of youth involved in or at risk of violence
• Provide training, technical assistance, and consultation to staff, the planning team, and community partners
• Plan and implement youth-led violence prevention activities and events
• Increase awareness and understanding of positive youth development
• Implement violence prevention curricula
• Collaborate with other REACH staff to implement positive youth development and violence prevention programs
• Collect and report data on activities
• Assist in the development of reports
• Gain an understanding and commitment to LUK’s Mission, Vision, and Values and ensure staff provide congruent prevention services

Knowledge and Experience Required:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Public Health, Social Work, Education, or a closely related field preferred
• 3 years of experience working with diverse children and youth, an understanding of family/school/community violence, strengths-based asset models, community organizing, group dynamics
• Bilingual/bicultural candidates encouraged to apply

Skills and Abilities:
• Cultural responsiveness
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively on a team
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate trainings and groups
• Reliable and safe transportation

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 StreetFAX:
Fitchburg, MA 01420

Email: HR@LUK.org HR@LUK.org with the subject line “Youth Development Specialist”

FAX: 978-829-2210

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