Forensic Mental Health Clinician

Advocates

West Boylston, MAFull-time$72–82K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation

$72–82K/yr

Location

West Boylston, MA

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

LICSW Or LMHC LicenseMaster's degreeValid Driver’s License And Insured Vehicle

Job overview

Advocates is seeking driven, open‑minded professionals to offer clinical support to incarcerated individuals at the Worcester County Jail and House of Correction. The Forensic Mental Health Clinician provides evaluations, risk assessments, crisis intervention and group and individual treatment in a correctional setting.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Working Knowledge of DSMBasic Computer KnowledgeExcellent Communication SkillsCulturally Diverse Populations Competence

Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Related Counseling FieldOne Year of Relatable ExperienceLICSW or LMHC LicenseValid Driver’s License and Insured Vehicle

Full job description

Overview

Salary: $72,000-$82,000

Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Fri day 8am - 4pm, Wednesday 1pm - 9pm

Advocates is seeking driven, open-minded professionals to offer clinical support to incarcerated individuals at the Worcester County Jail and House of Correction. The Forensic Mental Health Clinician provides evaluations, risk assessments, crisis intervention and group and individual treatment in a correctional setting.

Who We Are

At Advocates, we provide comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges.

We’re a nonprofit, mission-driven organization with a person-centered approach, empowering the individuals we support to make choices, build independence, and live full, meaningful lives. Our work is rooted in respect, compassion, and inclusion, and we envision a world where individual differences are appreciated and celebrated.

At Advocates, we value the ideas, experiences, and contributions of employees and are committed to fostering a supportive, welcoming culture where everyone can grow and thrive.

Minimum Education Required

Master's Degree

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive clinical assessments including inmates placed on suicide watch and those inmates who submit sick call slips
Provide ongoing evaluation and psychological monitoring of all inmates on psychiatric medication
Screen inmates for possible mental health conditions.
Respond to crisis calls from jail staff and/or family members
Attend daily triage meetings
Maintain necessary documentation to include, assessments, watch forms, medication verification sheets, file notes, and treatment plans
Assist with segregation, restraint, and Department of Correction evaluations.

Qualifications

Master’s Degree in related counseling field and at least one year of relatable experience. License-eligibility (LICSW, LMHC) required.
Must have working knowledge of current version of the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.
Basic computer knowledge.
Excellent communication skills.
Must hold a valid driver's license and have access to an operational and insured vehicle.
Strongly prefer a candidate that will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview or hiring process, please contact Human Resources.

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Job Locations US-MA-West Boylston

Minimum Education Required Master's Degree

Job ID 2026-13661

Organization Advocates

Type Regular Full-Time

Number of Hours Per Week 40

Business Unit Behavioral Health