Therapeutic Support Specialist

Mount Prospect Academy
US - Massachusetts - Lawrence
January 2, 2025
Insurance

Do you have a passion for working with youth? Are you interested in a challenging but fulfilling career in the mental health field? If so, we have position for you!

The DMH Therapeutic Support Specialist works with youth for a year, or more, to mentor, establish daily life skills, strengthening and establishing lifelong connections. TSS's will work collaboratively with youth who have experienced serious emotional disturbance or other mental and emotional challenges that impact their well-being. TSSs' are guided by the Community Service Plan, and they work to help youth and or families meet their goals. TSS's typically provide some or all the following services: strength-based counseling and support that includes working with the school or employer (if applicable), to monitor functioning and activities and provide coaching based on interests and or needs. This could include job searching, monitoring school attendance, finding pro social community-based activities and encouraging the youth to engage in the activities that may assist in building their self-esteem and the positive connections that they have. This includes working on appropriate peer friendships and positive social and recreational activities.

The MPA difference: Mount Prospect Academy is proud to be CARF accredited for Intensive Family-Based Services.

Weekly one-hour clinical supervision; licensure supervision is available for qualifying clinicians

Weekly team meetings provide a space for additional case conceptualization and team communication

Flexible schedules

Mileage reimbursement

Hybrid Schedule (3 days in office, 2 from home)

Office culture and values Supportive work environment and open-door policy

Encouragement to pursue passions and collaborate closely with other team members

An emphasis on the importance of professional development; internal and external training opportunities are provided and encouraged

Encouragement of creative engagement approaches

Commitment to the well-being of its employees and self-care as an integral part of the culture

Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits package includes: Medical including Flexible Spending Account and Health Reimbursement Account, Dental, Vision, 403b, Life Insurance, AD&D, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Wellness programs, Legal Services, Employee discount programs, Paid time off, Telemedicine, Employee Assistance Program.

Job Requirements: A Therapeutic Support Specialist holds a bachelor's degree in a human services field and one or more year(s) of experience working with Youth who have experienced serious emotional disturbance or other mental and emotional challenges to well-being.

Valid driver's license with insured transportation. Willing to travel throughout the region to clients' homes.

Position requires background check, driving, and other record checks

EEO employer

Compensation details: 18-21

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