Summary

Wayside Youth & Family Support Network is a comprehensive mental health and family support organization dedicated to serving youth and families in Massachusetts. As a nonprofit organization, Wayside provides a wide range of behavioral health services including outpatient counseling, community-based programs, residential treatment, and family stabilization services. The organization specializes in addressing complex mental health challenges among children, adolescents, and young adults, with particular expertise in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and developmental support. Wayside operates multiple programs across the state, offering evidence-based therapeutic interventions, educational support, and family counseling services. Their holistic approach integrates clinical expertise with community resources to create sustainable support systems for vulnerable populations. The organization plays a critical role in Massachusetts' mental health infrastructure, serving as a safety net for youth facing emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges while working to strengthen family relationships and community connections.

Job description

What you will do

Conduct individual, family, and group counseling using trauma informed and culturally responsive interventions for youth and their families.
Assist caregivers in navigating systems, to promote their awareness of resources and access to supports.
Empower caregivers with skills and strategies to support their child's behavioral health needs.
Create care plans and interventions to support skill-based growth for clients.
Promote and strengthen family's natural supports to foster a welcoming and supportive community for the youth.
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team with the child, parents, and other providers to ensure close collaboration and coordination of care.
Ensure that client's rights are respected, particularly in regard to cultural competency.
Collaborate with other community-based organizations to provide services and care for clients.

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
Trauma Informed Practice
Attachment, Regulation, Competency Model (ARC)
Substance Use Intervention
Risk and Safety Assessment

Requirements

Masters Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling or related field
Valid driver's license
Access to a reliable vehicle
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to assess and manage risk
Flexibility and creative thinking
Ability to adapt to competing priorities

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement
Training reimbursement
Paid time off
Wellness days
Paid holidays
Vacation
Medical benefits
Financial health supports
Career development opportunities
Sign-on bonus

Company overview

Wayside Youth & Family Support Network is a comprehensive mental health and family support organization dedicated to serving youth and families in Massachusetts. As a nonprofit organization, Wayside provides a wide range of behavioral health services including outpatient counseling, community-based programs, residential treatment, and family stabilization services. The organization specializes in addressing complex mental health challenges among children, adolescents, and young adults, with particular expertise in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and developmental support. Wayside operates multiple programs across the state, offering evidence-based therapeutic interventions, educational support, and family counseling services. Their holistic approach integrates clinical expertise with community resources to create sustainable support systems for vulnerable populations. The organization plays a critical role in Massachusetts' mental health infrastructure, serving as a safety net for youth facing emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges while working to strengthen family relationships and community connections.