Bay State Community Services

This position is eligible for a $2000 sign-on bonus!  Bay State Community Services (BSCS) values all types of human diversity.   Everyone contributes to the improvement of BSCS and the greater community. We remain committed to raising awareness and joining efforts of justice, equity, and inclusion.   The Flexible Support Services (FLEX) program assists families and youth in developing the skills and supports that promote family cohesion and successful community living. This service strengthens the family by successfully engaging the youth and family in focused interventions and therapeutic behavioral supports that enhance youth and family’s communication, problem solving, conflict resolution, and limit setting skills; increase effective patterns of family interactions. Job description  The Youth and Family Therapist on the Flex team will provide assessment and integrative counseling services to individuals and families on the South Shore. This opportunity allows you to work with families in their own natural home environment where you have the ability to enact real change!Every day is new and exciting!!! This position allows for opportunity to learn and diversify your own knowledge and skills. You will be part of a small, supportive, team that works collaboratively with all family providers. Our team values creativity and individuality of all staff and encourage staff to bring their own strengths to their daily work. The Flex team is a supportive and inclusive environment.  Our team offers individual supervision, group supervision as well as exciting team building activities. This salaried position allows you to build flexibility into your schedule while also being able to support families.  What You Will Be Doing to Make a Difference...  You will be able to engage in a strength-based wraparound process to support youth and families to lead healthier lives.  Bring your own creativity to support families and teams in coming up with solutions to their identified concerns.  You have the opportunity to work with a small caseload of families to support them in achieving their identified goals.  Work with children, adolescents, adults , and families who may represent varying ethnicities, cultures, and religions;  Bay State Community Services (BSCS) recognized the hard work and dedication of our staff and has developed a comprehensive benefit package to support you and your family. Benefits Begin On Your First Day of Employment Important Health and Wellness Benefits  Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance  Eye-Med Vision Benefits  Employer Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance  Medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account Employee Assistance Program  Generous Paid Time Off 35 Days Paid Time Off (15 Vacation Days, 12 Holidays and 8 Sick Days) Additional Benefits   Retirement Plan 403(b) (up to 6% match after the first year of employment) Opportunities for Student Loan Forgiveness  Mileage reimbursement Extensive Training Program Monthly Agency Wide Trainings (includes CEU's for obtaining/retaining license - LMHC, LMFT, LADC, CARC, LCSW and LICSW) Supervision for Licensure and Specializations Immediate Access to Comprehensive Online Self-Paced CEU Trainings Opportunities for Certification in Evidence Based Practices  Requirements · Master’s Degree in Human Services field (i.e. Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health Counseling etc) · License Eligible (LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, LMFT) preferred but not required · Valid MA Driver’s License, proof of insurance and reliable vehicle required · At least 1 year of experience directly working individuals who struggle with mental and emotional challenges. We Encourage….  · Bilingual speakers to apply (Spanish, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, Cape Verdean, and Cantonese languages accepted). · Flexibility working in the afternoon and occasionally evening hours. Bay State Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment free from bias, discrimination, or harassment of any kind, and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  Bay State Community Services believes diversity,   inclusion, and social justice are actions of integrity and respect, and as such Bay State Community Services seeks to operationalize policies, procedures and systems that support a talented, and diverse workforce .  

Bay State Community Services (BSCS) values all types of human diversity. Everyone contributes to the improvement of BSCS and the greater community. We remain committed to raising awareness and joining efforts of justice, equity, and inclusion. What You Will Be Doing to Make a Difference... Provide Supervision and Training to Monitors (Security) Provide Security for the Center Ensure that the Center remains free of contraband with the use of metal detection wands and other security devices Confiscate and securely store confiscated contraband Regularly patrol interior and exterior of the Center Maintain appropriate boundaries and observe confidentiality practices Ensure accountability of the participants while they are at the Center Monitor center participants in the center at all times Monitor in house community service participants Ensure that center participants remain in the center for any and all times they are required to be at the center or involved with center activities Maintain a safe environment at the center; Resolve conflicts as necessary. Assist in effecting center rules and regulations; assist with attendance record keeping of center participants. Assist with urine collection; follow and maintain Chain of Custody Assist with breath alcohol testing; follow breath alcohol testing protocol Provide narrative and statistical reports as required Attend multi-disciplinary team meeting Provide transportation to and from ancillary services if necessary Provide backup support to Corrections Security Monitors as needed. Must be available to attend various meetings/committees/boards as needed  Bay State Community Services (BSCS) recognizes the hard work and dedication of our staff and has developed a comprehensive benefit package to support you and your family. Benefits Begin on Your First Day of Employment!! Important Health and Wellness Benefits Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance  Eye-Med Vision Benefits  Employer Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance  Medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account Employee Assistance Program  Generous Paid Time Off 35 Days Paid Time Off (15 Vacation Days, 12 Holidays including Juneteenth and 8 Sick Days) Additional Benefits Retirement Plan 403(b) (employer match after the first year of employment) Opportunities for Reduced Tuition for Clinical Master's Degree Opportunities for Student Loan Forgiveness  Mileage reimbursement Extensive Training Program Monthly Agency Wide Trainings (includes CEU's for obtaining/retaining license - LMHC, LMFT, LADC, CARC, LCSW and LICSW) Supervision for Licensure and Specializations Immediate Access to Comprehensive Online Self-Paced CEU Trainings Opportunities for Certification in Evidence Based Practices Requirements Qualifications/Credentials Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Counseling, Human Services, Psychology, Social Work or related field;   OR   Associates degree and 4 years experience in social services, security or related field;   OR   High School Diploma and 6 years experience in social services, security or related field. Valid MA driver’s license with acceptable driving record and current proof of insurance Acceptable Background (including CORI/SORI) and reference record check as required by program Bay State Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment free from bias, discrimination, or harassment of any kind, and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

$2,000 Sign-on Bonus for New Hires in 2023 Bay State Community Services (BSCS) values all types of human diversity.   Everyone contributes to the improvement of BSCS and the greater community. We remain committed to raising awareness and joining efforts for justice, equity, and inclusion. Be the positive change in the lives of youth today by applying to work as our newest Youth Advocate! Use your understanding of childhood trauma and skills to build rapport, nurture, and support displaced youth in our small youth group home. Bear witness to the growth and development of your hardwork by watching these youth go one to be productive and positively contribute to their communities.  What You Will Be Doing to Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth... Connecting with and supervising 9 youths in a small home-like environment Providing support and encouragement to youth Planning and participating in activities such as hiking, field trips, and shopping Assist with homework and independent living skills Acting as a positive role model to support youths’ wellbeing Why is this job for you? · Great role for those studying Psychology, Human Services, Social Work etc.  · Full time job with health/wellness benefits · Small program that you can make a difference at · Great team and training · Opportunity for advancement Never worked in residential services?   Don’t have experience? That’s OK! We offer an Extensive Training Program! Two-Week Orientation, Training, and Shadowing Weekly Group Supervision Weekly Individual Supervision Daily Mentoring and Support Immediate Access to Comprehensive Online Self-Paced CEU Trainings Opportunities for Certification in Evidence-Based Practices   Important Health and Wellness Benefits We recognize the hard work and dedication of our staff and have developed a comprehensive benefit package to support you and your family. Benefits begin on your first day of employment · Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance  · Eye-Med Vision Benefits  · Employer Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance  · Medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account · Employee Assistance Program  · Paid Parental Leave Generous Paid Time Off · 35 Days Paid Time Off (15 Vacation Days, 12 Holidays – includes Juneteenth and 8 Sick Days) Additional Benefits  · Retirement Plan 403(b) (employer match after the first year of employment) · Opportunities for Reduced Tuition for Clinical Master's Degree · Opportunities for Student Loan Forgiveness  · Mileage Reimbursement Extensive Training Program · Monthly Agency Wide Trainings (includes CEU's for obtaining/retaining license - LMHC, LMFT, LADC, CARC, LCSW and LICSW) · Supervision for Licensure and Specializations · Immediate Access to Comprehensive Online Self-Paced CEU Trainings · Opportunities for Certification in Evidence-Based Practices Who We Are... Bay State Community Services is a safety net agency committed to providing comprehensive services to the youth and families throughout our communities. With 80 programs in 17 locations, we offer a continuum of prevention, clinical, residential, community based, and peer recovery supports by a group of compassionate and committed professionals who truly make a difference.  Requirements The desire to work with youth Valid MA driver’s license with acceptable driving record Additional Experience welcomed . . . Experience working with youth Education: Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Child Development, or Teaching Residential Experience Bay State Community Services (BSCS) is fully committed to diversity, inclusion, and social justice. We provide an environment that is free from harassment of any kind, an environment of mutual respect, where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We firmly believe that diversity and inclusion, and social justice is an action, and as such seek to operationalize policies, procedures, and systems, that support a talented, and diverse workforce.

Bay State Community Services (BSCS) values all types of human diversity.   Everyone contributes to the improvement of BSCS and the greater community. We remain committed to raising awareness and joining efforts of justice, equity, and inclusion. Job Summary  The School Liaison is an employee of the Family Resource Center who works closely with local school districts to help family members navigate through educational and school-related concerns and needs, as well as work with school districts to identify Family Members that may be in need of family support services.  What You Will Be Doing to Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth  Function as part of a team which support the educational and emotional growth and development of youth in our local school systems  Assist schools to identify resources to meet students’ needs Assist youth and families with obtaining an Individual Education Plan Meet with school personnel as necessary Responsible for negotiating and implementing special events and other inter-agency activities that involve schools Host parent and youth support groups Bay State Community Services (BSCS) recognized the hard work and dedication of our staff and has developed a comprehensive benefit package to support you and your family. Benefits Begin On Your First Day of Employment Important Health and Wellbeing Benefits Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance Eye-Med Vision Benefits Employer Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance Medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account Employee Assistance Program Generous Paid Time Off 35 Days Paid Time Off (15 Vacation Days, 12 Holidays including Juneteenth and 8 Sick Days) Additional Benefits Retirement Plan 403(b) employer match after the first year of employment) Opportunities for Reduced Tuition for Clinical Master's Degree Opportunities for Student Loan Forgiveness Mileage reimbursement Extensive Training Program Monthly Agency Wide Trainings (includes CEU's for obtaining/retaining license - LMHC, LMFT, LADC, CARC, LCSW and LICSW) Supervision for Licensure and Specializations Immediate Access to Comprehensive Online Self-Paced CEU Trainings Opportunities for Certification in Evidence Based Practices Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree preferred Experience with youth and families Experience with educational systems preferred Additional languages are desirable Must possess a valid and clean MA driver's license Bay State Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment free from bias, discrimination, or harassment of any kind, and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.     

Bay State Community Services (BSCS) values all types of human diversity. Everyone contributes to the improvement of BSCS and the greater community. We remain committed to raising awareness and joining efforts of justice, equity, and inclusion.     Job Summary An intensive care coordinator is an individual who provides intensive care coordination to small numbers of youth and families. Intensive Care Coordinators have the great responsibility of identify families' needs and aiding them find the proper resources to meet their needs such as schooling, healthcare and therapy for their young loved ones.  What You Will Be Doing to Make a Difference... Conduct comprehensive assessment inclusive of Child and Adolescent Needs and Strength tool (CANS) and other tools as determined necessary, occurring in youth’s home or another location of family’s choice Identify with the family- appropriate members of the Care Planning Team Develop and implement youth and family centered Individual Care Plan in collaboration with family and collaterals Develop risk management/safety plan in collaboration with the family and collaterals Maintain regular contact with the family, youth (where appropriate) and other relevant persons in the youth’s life Facilitate Care Planning Team meetings Maintain face to face contact with the youth and family, as determined by the youth, family, and members of the Care Planning Team Make necessary referrals and linkages to appropriate supports as identified in the Care Planning Team Assist in local family system navigation Provide family education, advocacy, and support Identify and actively assist youth and family to obtain and monitor delivery of available resources including medical, educational, social, therapeutic, and other services Monitor, review and update the Individual Care Plan to reflect the changing needs of the youth Bay State Community Services (BSCS) recognizes the hard work and dedication of our staff and has developed a comprehensive benefit package to support you and your family. Benefits Begin on Your First Day of Employment!! Important Health and Wellness Benefits Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance  Eye-Med Vision Benefits  Employer Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance  Medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account Employee Assistance Program Generous Paid Time Off 35 Days Paid Time Off (15 Vacation Days, 12 Holidays including Juneteenth and 8 Sick Days) Additional Benefits Retirement Plan 403(b) (employer match after the first year of employment) Opportunities for Reduced Tuition for Clinical Master's Degree Opportunities for Student Loan Forgiveness  Mileage reimbursement Extensive Training Program Monthly Agency Wide Trainings (includes CEU's for obtaining/retaining license - LMHC, LMFT, LADC, CARC, LCSW and LICSW) Supervision for Licensure and Specializations Immediate Access to Comprehensive Online Self-Paced CEU Trainings Opportunities for Certification in Evidence Based Practices Qualifications/Credentials Master’s-level Education: a Master’s  degree in a mental health field (including, but not restricted to, counseling, family therapy, social work, psychology, etc.) from an accredited college or university;   OR   Bachelor’s-level: a bachelor’s degree in a human services field from an accredited academic institution and one year of relevant experience working with families or youth;   OR If the bachelor’s degree is not in a human services field, additional life or work experience may be considered in place of the human services degree; or An associate’s degree or high school diploma and a minimum of five (5) years of experience working with the target population pursuant to MCE credentialing criteria  Experience in navigating the child/family serving systems and experience advocating for family members who are involved with behavioral health systems Must be certified in Massachusetts Child and Adolescents Needs tool (CANS) Valid MA driver’s license with acceptable driving record and current proof of insurance Acceptable CORI and SORI background record check as required by program Bi-lingual in Spanish desired Bay State Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment free from bias, discrimination, or harassment of any kind, and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  Bay State Community Services believes diversity,   inclusion, and social justice are actions of integrity and respect, and as such Bay State Community Services seeks to operationalize policies, procedures and systems that support a talented, and diverse workforce .     

Are you our next master’s level clinician? Join our team and make a difference in the life of a family by providing home and community based, strength-based, intensive family therapy services. In this role you will support youth struggling with their mental health, provide consistent, strength-based therapeutic interventions to children & their families and identify and empower families to utilize community resources. Qualifications · At least one year of experience working in child and family navigating systems  · Master’s degree in mental health or related field, such as mental health counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy is required   · Desire to support families in their homes and work with multiple state systems (such as Schools, Courts, DCF, and DMH) · Valid MA driver’s license with acceptable driving record and proof of insurance  ·Acceptable CORI and SORI background record check as required by program Benefits ·Benefits package begins on the first day of employment ·$2,000 language differential provided to Bilingual and Multilingual Speakers (i.e. Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin/Cantonese, Haitian Creole/French and Cape Verdean Kriolu) ·35 days paid time off (15 Vacation Days, 12 Holidays and 8 Sick Days) We Offer · Blue Cross and Blue Shield health and dental insurance  · Eye-Med vision benefits  · Employer paid life and long-term disability insurance  · Medical flexible spending account and dependent care account · Employee Assistance Program  · Retirement plan 403(b) (employer match after the first year of employment) · Student loan forgiveness assistance  · Tuition assistance · Mileage reimbursement Extensive Training Program · Monthly agency-wide trainings (includes CEU’s for obtaining/retaining license – LMHC,  LMFT, LADC, CARC, LCSW and LICSW) · Supervision for licensure and specializations · Immediate access to comprehensive online self-paced CEU trainings · Opportunities for Certification in Evidence Based Practices Responsibilities · Facilitate family centered, strength-based and solution focused family therapy treatment · Advocate for clients in areas of health, education, vocation, legal and family interactions · Provide case management services/collaboration with child serving systems Bay State Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment free from bias, discrimination, or harassment of any kind, and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.    

Bay State Community Services (BSCS) values all types of human diversity.   Everyone contributes to the improvement of BSCS and the greater community. We remain committed to raising awareness and joining efforts of justice, equity, and inclusion.       Job Summary..... The Receptionist works closely with Office Manager and Administrative Assistants. Receptionist is responsible for answering and routing phone calls, scheduling/rescheduling appointments, keeping common areas clean as well as stocked with supplies, supporting referral streams, greeting visitors, operating office equipment, making client intake packets, and fielding voice mails. Other responsibilities may include answering e-mails, ordering office supplies, and participating in assigned projects.  What You Be Doing to Make a Difference... · Greet and direct office visitors, answer telephone, respond to direct requests for information and/or forward clear and accurate messages to appropriate staff. · Treat all service recipients with dignity, respect, and understanding; promotes agency culture of learning and respect to others. · May schedule appointments for staff members.  · Take referrals over the phone and submit to the director for assignment.  · Make intake packets. · Provide assistance as needed with general research requests and cost comparisons for vendors to maintain cost effectiveness and quality. Schedule:   Part-Time (24 hrs per week) afternoons including some evening hours (NO Weekends).        Qualifications/Credentials Minimum one year Receptionist experience is required High School diploma required Excellent organizational skills (verbal and written) and the ability to excel at details, multi-tasking and working under pressure Ability to deal with difficult client’s Exceptional customer service skills, including professional and pleasant telephone skills Must be skilled in the use of software programs such as MS Word, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, and Excel Possess the ability to work in a fast paced environment Acceptable CORI and SORI background record check as required by program Requirements Benefits ·Benefits package begins on the first day of employment ·$2,000 language differential provided for some language capacities ·35 days paid time off (15 Vacation Days, 12 Holidays and 8 Sick Days) We Offer · Blue Cross and Blue Shield health and dental insurance  · Eye-Med vision benefits  · Employer paid life and long-term disability insurance  · Medical flexible spending account and dependent care account · Employee Assistance Program  · Retirement plan 403(b) (employer match after the first year of employment) · Student loan forgiveness assistance  · Tuition assistance · Mileage reimbursement Extensive Training Program · Monthly agency-wide trainings (includes CEU’s for obtaining/retaining license – LMHC,  LMFT, LADC, CARC, LCSW and LICSW) · Supervision for licensure and specializations · Immediate access to comprehensive online self-paced CEU trainings · Opportunities for Certification in Evidence Based Practices   Bay State Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment free from bias, discrimination, or harassment of any kind, and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 

Bay State Community Services (BSCS) values all types of human diversity. Everyone contributes to the improvement of BSCS and the greater community. We remain committed to raising awareness and joining efforts of justice, equity, and inclusion.   With specialized training, guidance and peer support groups, the Young Adult Recovery Support Specialist draws from their own lived experience of recovery and healing to inspire hope and help peers achieve their personal goals by promoting self-determination, personal responsibility, and young adult empowerment.   What You Will Be Doing to Make a Difference... Use your recovery from substances to help other young people Provide young people a voice in their communities Plan recovery activities that bring young people together Run Young People peer support groups Provide education and support to young people    Be part of a team of recovery specialist who support one another Organize and participate in community recovery events in your area Help other young people find his/her/their recovery pathway Be part of a statewide group of young people that are proud to be in recovery Benefits Benefits package begins on the first day of employment 35 days paid time off (15 Vacation Days, 12 Holidays and 8 Sick Days)   We Offer Blue Cross and Blue Shield health and dental insurance  Eye-Med vision benefits  Employer paid life and long-term disability insurance  Medical flexible spending account and dependent care account Employee Assistance Program  Retirement plan 403(b) (employer match after the first year of employment) Student loan forgiveness assistance  Tuition assistance Mileage reimbursement   Extensive Training Program Monthly agency-wide trainings (includes CEU’s for obtaining/retaining license – LMHC,   LMFT, LADC, CARC, LCSW and LICSW) Supervision for licensure and specializations Immediate access to comprehensive online self-paced CEU trainings Opportunities for Certification in Evidence Based Practices Schedule: Flexible schedule available but must be willing to work weekends and evenings.  Requirements Qualifications You will be paid to complete the DPH Working with Youth and Young Adults for Recovery Coaches  Receive supervision for Recovery Coach Certification Hours (CARC) Lived Experience with substance use and sustained recovery between the ages of 18-35 Working knowledge about available recovery resources in your community Openminded to all-pathways of recovery Live in the community you will serve  In recovery or found recovery as a young person  BIPOC individuals strongly encouraged to apply    Valid MA driver’s license with acceptable driving record and current proof of insurance Acceptable CORI and SORI background record check as required by program Bay State Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment free from bias, discrimination, or harassment of any kind, and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.