Licensed Mental Health Counselor

About the role

Mentor South Bay provides Early Intervention, Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), Behavioral Health and Mental Health Outpatient services across Massachusetts and Connecticut. For over 35 years, we've provided a collaborative, team-based approach dedicated to helping children, adults, and families reach their fullest potential.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group counseling to youth involved in the foster care system
• Lead family-centered interventions that strengthen relationships and promote stability
• Conduct intakes, biopsychosocial assessments, and ongoing clinical documentation
• Respond to crises and provide on-call or scheduled crisis support as needed
• Cookordinate care and case management with DCF/child welfare, schools, and community providers
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to guide treatment planning
• Deliver services in homes, schools, and community settings

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related field
• Licensed or license-eligible (LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, LMFT or equivalent)
• Experience or strong interest in foster care, child welfare, trauma, or family systems
• Strong clinical documentation and organizational skills

Qualifications

• Passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of trauma-informed care

Benefits

• Competitive salary: $68,000–$75,000
• Meaningful, mission-driven work supporting foster youth and families
• Supportive leadership and collaborative clinical team
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Benefits package (health, PTO, holidays, CE support, etc.)

Pay

• $68,000–$75,000

Schedule

• Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of youth and families