There are 18 Office of Community Corrections CJSCs across the state including 10 operated by the Old Colony YMCA. Clients attend CJSC to participate in programs designed to improve their lives and avoid further criminal justice involvement. Each CJSC offers about 15 different programs, including cognitive behavioral treatment for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and to improve decision making, employment counseling, and Adult Basic Education, GED/HiSET, and post-secondary preparation. This Counselor/Case Manager will work 40 hours per week at numerous CJSCs managed by the Old Colony YMCA (Springfield, Pittsfield, Framingham) to fill vacancies/temporary leaves and provide additional support in Centers as needed. Quality clinical and casework services will include intakes, creating and/or following assessments and treatment plans and facilitating groups at a community based facility serving justice involved adults with a history of addiction.

The main job functions include:

Ensure that all casework services are consistent with the operating policies of the Office of Community Corrections and other regulatory agencies. Ensure that a copy of all intake materials is placed in client files following intake to the Center; including copies to the appropriate supervising agency (e.g. Probation, Parole, DOC, Sheriffs Department). Complete client intake assessment; perform assessment tools and develop treatment plan for each assigned client. Ensure that the treatment plan is reviewed monthly. Complete weekly Treatment Progress notes on assigned residents. Facilitate groups and/or classes (as assigned). Make necessary referrals to outside agencies or departments as needed. Create an after care / discharge plan for each client assigned. Participate in weekly Clinical and Multi-disciplinary meetings. Keep client data and information updated in the system database. Assign and track completion of CBIs (Client Behavioral Interventions) as needed.

Education/Experience/Physical Requirements:

Bachelors degree required in counseling or related field Experience with CBT and MRT curricula preferred Good oral and written presentation skills Experience working with adults, at-risk populations, or offenders is helpful Computer skills: Word, Excel, Power Point Two years supervised work experience in case management or counseling The Old Colony YMCA has been listening and responding to our communities' most critical social needs since 1887.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Ability to

Relocate:

Springfield, MA 01103: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person