Social Worker- West Springfield

Are you eager to dive into the dynamic world of developmental disabilities and make a real impact? Get ready to take center stage as a Social Worker based out of our in our May Center for Early Intervention in West Springfield!

Requirements: Master’s degree from accredited Clinical Social Work college or university program. Current licensure as a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) or as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) by the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Social Workers

General Description: The Social Worker works under the Early Intervention Program Director as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide culturally and linguistically appropriate services to children birth to three years of age in a family-centered program.  The Social Worker works directly with the children and their families in the child’s natural environment including but not limited to the child’s home and/or daycare settings. They coordinate with families, multidisciplinary team members, and outside providers, as appropriate to maximize positive developmental and learning outcomes for children and families served. 

 Some of our aMAYzing Employee Benefits:

• Generous paid time off & your birthday as a holiday
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid training and certification opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement & loan repayment assistance programs
• 403B retirement plan with employer match

Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group counseling to children, adolescents, and young adults with acquired brain injury and other neurobehavioral disorders
• Develop and implement treatment plans and complete services notes
• Provide case management and support to families and act as a liaison between parents/guardians and the school and residential staff
• Collaborate outside service providers such as DCF and DDS
• Provide consultation and training to classroom and residential staff
• Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team and participate in clinical rounds, IEP meetings, and treatment meetings.
• Assist families with guardianship, benefits, and transition to adult services.
• Assist in the planning and coordination of family engagement events and Parent Advisory Council meetings