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Mental Health Clinician

Berkshire County Kids' Place & Violence Prevention Center, Pittsfield, MA, United States


Come do meaningful work with support, balance, and heart.

Berkshire County Kids Place & Violence Prevention Center is a great place to work (and we dont say that lightly). We are deeply committed to supporting children and families impacted by trauma and just as committed to supporting the clinicians who do this important work every day.

If youre looking for a role where trauma-informed care, reasonable caseloads, professional growth, and worklife balance actually coexist, keep reading.

*About the Role*

The Mental Health Clinician provides trauma-informed mental health services to children and adolescents who have experienced physical or sexual abuse, exposure to domestic violence, or other traumatic events. This role also includes supportive and therapeutic work with non-offending caregivers and family members.

Youll work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment where your clinical judgment is valued and your workload is structured to allow you to do thoughtful, ethical, effective work.

*What Youll Do*

* Provide evidence-based trauma-focused therapy to children and adolescents impacted by abuse and domestic violence
* Support a reasonable and sustainable caseload
* Offer clinical support and therapy to non-offending caregivers and family members
* Complete comprehensive clinical assessments, including written reports with treatment and safety recommendations
* Collaborate with educators and other service providers as part of the assessment and treatment process
* Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) case consultations as needed
* Contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of clinical programs
* Provide outreach and educational programming in schools and the community
* Engage in ongoing professional development and trauma-focused continuing education
* Pitch in with other duties as part of a supportive, team-based organization

*What Were Looking For*

* Masters degree in a mental healthrelated field
* Licensed or license-eligible in Massachusetts (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent)
* Clinical experience working with children and families impacted by trauma, preferred
* Commitment to the multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach
* Ability to complete clinical assessments and develop individualized, trauma-informed treatment plans
* Compassion, professionalism, and a collaborative spirit

*Why Youll Love Working at Kids Place*

Generous time-off package because rest matters

Smaller caseloads so you can do the work well, not just quickly

Professional development is a priority training and growth are encouraged and supported

Mission-driven, human-centered culture serious work, supportive people, and room to breathe

A team that truly cares about clients and each other

Pay: $57,000.00 - $66,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance

Work Location: In person
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