Job Description
Job DescriptionFamily Independence, Inc. | Greater Boston, MA | $58,000–$62,000/year
Family Independence, Inc. is a Greater Boston-area nonprofit dedicated to keeping families safe and together. Through our Safe & Stable program, we partner with the Department of Children and Families (DCF) to deliver in-home clinical therapy and motivational interviewing that helps families build the skills and stability they need to thrive.
We're hiring a Clinician / Clinical Therapist to provide direct clinical services to families and transition-aged youth throughout Greater Boston and surrounding communities. You'll conduct assessments, build treatment plans, and work hand-in-hand with a Therapeutic Mentor to help each family reach its goals.
Independent clinical licensure is not required — this is a strong fit for a clinically skilled, master's-level therapist who wants meaningful, hands-on family work without a large-agency caseload.
Compensation & Schedule
● $58,000–$62,000/year, based on experience
● Full-time, exempt/salaried position
● Flexible schedule, with fieldwork in clients' homes and communities across Greater Boston
What You'll Do
● Conduct clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans in partnership with families
● Use motivational interviewing and other evidence-based techniques to strengthen parenting skills and improve youth's emotional and behavioral functioning
● Build and maintain risk assessments and safety plans
● Partner closely with each family's Therapeutic Mentor to carry out the treatment plan
● Coordinate with DCF social workers and other providers to support each family's progress
● Travel to meet with families and providers throughout Greater Boston
● Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation
What You'll Bring
● Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling Psychology, or a related field
● At least 3 years of clinical experience
● CANS certification (or willingness to obtain — training provided)
● Valid driver's license, safe driving record, and reliable access to a vehicle
● Strong assessment, treatment-planning, and interpersonal skills
● Bilingual ability is a plus
Why Family Independence
● A small, mission-driven team doing visible, meaningful work with families
● Autonomy to manage your own caseload and schedule
● Direct, tangible impact — you'll see the difference your work makes
How to Apply
Submit your resume through this posting. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an initial conversation.