Respite Clinician
Nichols College, Dudley, MA, United States
and the job listing Expires on May 2, 2026
The Respite Clinician is primarily responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments inclusive of the use of standardized assessment tools for suicide risk, brief crisis counseling, individualized risk management/safety planning, psychoeducation, discharge planning, and care coordination. The Respite Clinician develops and facilitates groups for site-based clients and may provide community-based support for Mobile Respite clients within community settings.
In this exciting role, the Clinician will:
provide direct clinical services to clients in the respite program (individual and group treatment, family meetings, treatment team meetings)
complete clinical documentation (intakes, treatment plans, discharge summaries)
complete concurrent reviews with insurance companies, case management and discharge planning
provide clinical guidance and consultation to Milieu counselors, LPNs and Certified Peer Specialists/Recovery Coaches
assist consumers in understanding, managing and self-administering medications consistent with agency MAP policies and procedures
The Respite Clinician is expected to have a sound understanding of Human Behavior in the Social Environment, Mental illness, substance use and co-occurring disorders and clinical interventions to appropriately support persons served.
Schedule:
Full Time, 40 hours
Monday – Friday: 9am to 5pm
Unlicensed Clinician – $74,263.07/salaried
Independent Licensure – $79,567.48/salaried
Why You’ll Love Riverside
We make a true difference in people’s lives through rewarding work. Most of our jobs come with great benefits – including healthcare, numerous professional development opportunities, and generous time off – all in a respectful and inclusive environment, perhaps why Riverside was named a Boston Globe Top Workplace and a best-in-state employer by Forbes.
Benefits include:
Comprehensive, high‑quality health, dental, and vision insurance options
Flexible Spending Accounts – both medical and dependent care
Eleven paid holidays
Separate accruals for vacation (increases with tenure), personal, and sick time
Tax‑deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match
Employee Assistance Plan / Travel Assistance Plan
Employee bonus for referrals resulting in hiring
Discounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment events
Employee YMCA discount: 10% off a YMCA monthly membership and 50% off the joiner’s fee
Learn more about our benefits and culture:
Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills required
Intermediate computer fluency including Microsoft Office required
Valid driver’s license and regular access to a reliable vehicle
Required Experience
Master’s in Social Work, Psychology, or related field (clinical degree that provides a path to independent licensure)
Experience running groups preferred
Experience with substance use, mental illness and co-occurring clients and treatment strategies preferred
Clinical experience with adults and knowledge of the adult system of care
Riverside Community Care is dedicated to respect, integrity and engagement of all individuals. We are committed to building an inclusive and culturally competent organization and we value the richness of having a diverse applicant pool. As an employer committed to equal opportunity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law.
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The Respite Clinician is primarily responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments inclusive of the use of standardized assessment tools for suicide risk, brief crisis counseling, individualized risk management/safety planning, psychoeducation, discharge planning, and care coordination. The Respite Clinician develops and facilitates groups for site-based clients and may provide community-based support for Mobile Respite clients within community settings.
In this exciting role, the Clinician will:
provide direct clinical services to clients in the respite program (individual and group treatment, family meetings, treatment team meetings)
complete clinical documentation (intakes, treatment plans, discharge summaries)
complete concurrent reviews with insurance companies, case management and discharge planning
provide clinical guidance and consultation to Milieu counselors, LPNs and Certified Peer Specialists/Recovery Coaches
assist consumers in understanding, managing and self-administering medications consistent with agency MAP policies and procedures
The Respite Clinician is expected to have a sound understanding of Human Behavior in the Social Environment, Mental illness, substance use and co-occurring disorders and clinical interventions to appropriately support persons served.
Schedule:
Full Time, 40 hours
Monday – Friday: 9am to 5pm
Unlicensed Clinician – $74,263.07/salaried
Independent Licensure – $79,567.48/salaried
Why You’ll Love Riverside
We make a true difference in people’s lives through rewarding work. Most of our jobs come with great benefits – including healthcare, numerous professional development opportunities, and generous time off – all in a respectful and inclusive environment, perhaps why Riverside was named a Boston Globe Top Workplace and a best-in-state employer by Forbes.
Benefits include:
Comprehensive, high‑quality health, dental, and vision insurance options
Flexible Spending Accounts – both medical and dependent care
Eleven paid holidays
Separate accruals for vacation (increases with tenure), personal, and sick time
Tax‑deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match
Employee Assistance Plan / Travel Assistance Plan
Employee bonus for referrals resulting in hiring
Discounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment events
Employee YMCA discount: 10% off a YMCA monthly membership and 50% off the joiner’s fee
Learn more about our benefits and culture:
Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills required
Intermediate computer fluency including Microsoft Office required
Valid driver’s license and regular access to a reliable vehicle
Required Experience
Master’s in Social Work, Psychology, or related field (clinical degree that provides a path to independent licensure)
Experience running groups preferred
Experience with substance use, mental illness and co-occurring clients and treatment strategies preferred
Clinical experience with adults and knowledge of the adult system of care
Riverside Community Care is dedicated to respect, integrity and engagement of all individuals. We are committed to building an inclusive and culturally competent organization and we value the richness of having a diverse applicant pool. As an employer committed to equal opportunity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law.
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