In-Home Therapist and Clinician

Job Title: In Home Therapist & Clinician

Program/Department: IHT/ SAFE 

Position Type: Exempt, Full-Time 40 hours/ week – Hybrid Position (remote and on-site) 

Location: IHR Boston office; Service areas include Boston and surrounding towns (Somerville, Cambridge, Watertown, etc.) 

Reports to: Director of Youth & Young Adult Services 

About IHR: The Institute for Health and Recovery (IHR) is a statewide service, research, policy, program development and capacity building agency. IHR designs its services based on an understanding of the impact of trauma. IHR’s CARF accredited treatment programs provide holistic interventions for hard to reach and high-risk individuals and families. IHR’s mission, since our founding in 1990, has been to develop and support a comprehensive continuum of care for families, individuals, youth, and pregnant and parenting people affected by alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use, violence/trauma, mental health challenges and other health issues, while advancing principles of health equity and social justice. Our work is focused on addressing and eradicating inequities in our health care, economic, and justice systems, especially as they disproportionately affect women and people of color. We are committed to providing services and creating communities that mitigate the effects of substance use, mental illness, and trauma.  

Summary Statement: The In-Home Therapist & Clinician will be part of the youth team serving youth/young people and their families by providing intensive, in-home therapeutic services. This position also includes opportunities to provide outpatient individual therapy services to youth and young adults with co-occurring substance use and mental health needs. This position would be serving clients in Boston and surrounding towns (Somerville, Cambridge, Watertown, etc.) 

Essential Functions:

• Provide in home (CBHI in-home therapy) and community-based outreach, engagement, and treatment to families struggling with substance use and other mental health disorders.

• Provide strength-based and trauma-informed evidence-based interventions and case management, including Motivational Interviewing and A-CRA in clients’ homes and/or community locations.

• Conduct comprehensive bio-psycho-social assessments and individualized treatment plans related to substance use/mental health, trauma, relapse prevention, recovery support and treatment retention.

• Provide wrap-around services by helping families and clients identify and access community treatment, natural supports, and other resources, including collaboration with referral sources as well as other providers involved with the youth/family to coordinate and implement appropriate services.

• Provide treatment working in a dyad with the Therapeutic Training and Support Specialist to identify and address family strengths and needs.

• Participate in training and professional development, including certification and/or proficiency in evidence-based models including A-CRA (become certified within 6 months of training), and Motivational Interviewing

• Provide outreach to community organizations, schools, and other service providers to increase referrals to both youth team services.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical electronic health records, billing records, and reporting as necessary.

• Maintain a minimum of productivity for billable client services (26hrs/week).

• Meet regularly with Supervisor for clinical and administrative supervision.

• Use cloud-based systems for communication with IHR’s site office, including shared calendars, timesheets, and supervisor check-ins. 

• Attend team and agency staff meetings. 

• Flexible hours may be required.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field, required.

• Previous experience working with children, adolescents, and their families required.

• Previous clinical experience in the field of addictions disorders, co-occurring mental health and trauma issues required.

• Previous clinical experience either within the child welfare system or as a collateral provider.

• Familiar with community-based resources in the Greater Boston area.

• Ability to work effectively with diverse cultural groups.

• Experience in home-based services, community outreach and case management activities.

• Good organizational and communication skills, both oral and written.

• Strong administrative organization and ability to maintain complete and accurate records.

• Self-starter with ability to work independently.

• Must have a valid driver’s license and regular access to a reliable vehicle.

• Bi-lingual/bi-cultural (Spanish/English) candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

Other Requirements: (If Applicable)

• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and regular access to a reliable vehicle. 

• Business Class Rider on Motor Vehicle Insurance, if transporting clients. 

(Reimbursable; required within one month of start of job). 

Competencies:  

• Clear and effective communication 

• Strong organizational skills 

• Ability to work effectively in teams 

• Self-motivated and independent 

• Problem-solving skills 

• Adaptability and flexibility 

• Commitment to ongoing development and learning 

• Dedication to diversity, equity, inclusion and justice

Physical Requirements: The physical demands of this position include talking, hearing, sitting, standing, walking, lifting, and using hands for activities such as grasping, handling, and reaching. These physical and mental demands are essential for the successful execution of job responsibilities. Reasonable accommodation will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.  

IHR is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create an inclusive and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.