Residential Clinician

Framingham, MA, USA Req #1254
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Come demonstrate your passion for child & family empowerment by joining the Wayside team!

***** SIGN-ON BONUS OF $2,000.00!! (
half paid after 30 days of employment and the other half paid after 90 days of employment/pro-rated for part-time).*****

Wayside is one of Massachusetts’ most respected child and family serving agencies with program locations across Central, Eastern and Northeastern Massachusetts serving more than 6,000 children, young adults, and families each year.

Wayside thinks of our employees as whole people and invests in benefits to support employee wellness.
  • Tuition, training & student loan reimbursement 
  • PTO Package: 3 Wellness Days (time off), 9 Paid Holidays, Up to 3 weeks of vacation (in your first year)
  • A learning environment – free training institute with thought leaders, CEU trainings & program trainings, etc. 
  • Financial health supports 
  • Excellent medical benefits 
  • Teamwork atmosphere Career development support – a great place to grow your career!!!
 

Residential Clinician

Young Adult Services - Framingham

 

Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00/year + sign-on bonus (half paid after 30 days of employment and the other half paid after 90 days of employment/pro-rated for part time).

Wayside Youth & Family Support Network is hiring clinicians to provide direct clinical services and coordinate clinical program development for clients in our residential programs.  We provide a supportive culture that allows for a balance of personal responsibilities and professional development while contributing to the community.        

What you will do:  

  • Conduct individual, family, and group counseling using trauma informed and culturally responsive interventions for youths and their families.
  • Assist caregivers in navigating systems to promote their awareness of resources and access to supports.  
  • Empower youth/young adults in the milieu environment with skills and strategies to support their mental and behavioral health needs.
  • Create care plans and interventions to support skill-based growth. 
  • Promote and strengthen family’s natural supports to foster a welcoming and supportive community for the youth.  
  • Ensure that youth/young adult’s rights are respected, particularly in regard to cultural competency.
  • Work with other community-based organizations to provide services and care for youth. 
  • Provide crisis interventions and support, work with local ESP teams for additional clinical supports.  


Competencies/Traits of Our Superstars:  

  • Talent connecting with people. 
  • Strong communication skills –both written and verbal.
  • Ability to assess and manage risk.
  • Flexibility, creative thinking, and adapt to competing priorities. 

Minimum Requirements:   

  • Masters Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling or related field.
  • Driving in the community is a requirement of this position; please ensure you have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle. 

We will train you in:  Motivational Interviewing; Courageous Conversations; Attachment, Regulation and Competency Model (ARC); Trauma Informed Practice; Substance Use Intervention; Risk and Safety Assessment.   

 

Other details

  • Job Family 5423
  • Pay Type Salary
  • Required Education Master’s Degree
Location on Google Maps
  • Framingham, MA, USA