Adult Services (DDS/ASD) -Community Clinician at Open Sky Community Services

Worcester, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

42.79

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Case Management, Treatment Planning, Functional Behavioral Assessments, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT-informed Skills System, Trauma Informed Care, Positive Behavioral Supports, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Clinical Assessment

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description and Responsibilities The DD Clinical Team is made up of services designed to create in-home and community-based services to support adults with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder, in combination with mental health challenges. The goal of the clinical program is to maintain individual stability and effective functionality for people served in their homes, group homes, and out in the community by providing clinical services such as coaching supports, group therapy, and individual therapy using therapeutic skill-building interventions such as DBT-informed Skills System treatment model. In this role, the Clinician will provide mobile clinical case management support to individuals in the Central West area of Massachusetts- including Worcester County, North Central Area and the South Valley area. They will coordinate with other members of the treatment team, including family members, DDS, day programs, personal providers, and allied health providers, including the VNA. Other Key Responsibilities: Provide training for the teams as needed to include IDD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, evidenced based and promising practices to include Trauma Informed Care and Positive Behavioral Supports. Complete all required clinical assessments within 30 days of each individual’s admission to ensure timely and focused treatment planning. Conduct functional behavioral assessments. Establish engagement with individuals served employing Motivational Interviewing/Cognitive Behavioral Therapy skills. Participate in treatment planning in order to develop appropriate, effective and achievable treatment goals and objectives. Develop, coordinate, and deliver skill and therapeutic groups including PEERS Friendship and Dating, and the DBT informed Skills System. Qualifications Master's Degree in Social Services field and must be license eligible. Must have previous experience with assessment and treatment planning for adults with IDD and ASD in combination with mental health challenges. Previous experience with individuals with developmental disabilities, ASD, and mental health challenges, and knowledge of PBS, required. Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record, required. About Us At Open Sky Community Services, we open our doors, hearts, and minds to the belief that every individual, regardless of perceived limitations, deserves the chance to live a productive and fulfilling life. Open Sky is on an anti-racist journey, committed to learning, living, and breathing inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity, and justice for ALL. At Open Sky, you’ll join over 1,300 compassionate and highly trained professionals who put innovative, evidence-based practices to work in ways that positively impact our communities across Central Massachusetts and beyond. As a trauma-informed organization, Open Sky strives for transparency and sensitivity to the experiences of those we interact with. Self-care is encouraged, and we are committed to providing a positive work culture that is focused on continuous learning and the value of diverse perspectives. Open Sky is proud to be an industry leader in pay and benefits. Open the Door to Possibility and begin your career with Open Sky today! Benefits of Working for Open Sky Include: Excellent Supervision (Individual and Group), Professional Development, and Training Opportunities Generous paid time off plan – you start with 29 days (almost 6 weeks!) in your first year, including 12 paid holidays. Increases to 32 days in your 2nd year, and the current maximum is 43 days (OVER 8 WEEKS!) We pay for your higher education! Ask about our Tuition Reimbursement Program, and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications. Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Prescription Plan 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match Life Insurance (100% Employer-Paid) Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program And more! Open Sky celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, or disabled Veteran status. Base Rate USD $37.98/Hr.

Responsibilities

Provide mobile clinical case management and therapeutic interventions for adults with IDD, ASD, and mental health challenges. Coordinate with treatment teams and deliver skill-building groups such as PEERS and DBT-informed systems.