Careers

Each position at Communities for People (CFP) offers the opportunity to change someone’s life…perhaps your own! CFP welcomes individuals from all religious, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. At CFP you will work in an enjoyable working environment with a team of dedicated staff. CFP is an equal opportunity employer and offers generous benefits, including:

  1. Cost shared health and dental care
  2. Excellent paid time off benefits, Full Time 3+ weeks and Part Time 1+ weeks in first year, with subsequent increases up to your fifth year
  3. 11 paid holidays
  4. Retirement plans
  5. Training and professional development workshops
  6. Life and disability insurance
  7. Tuition reimbursement for eligible employee

My favorite thing about working in foster care utilizing the strengths in the community, learning more about the members in our community, and being a part of a team that helps children to experience safe, supportive, and nurturing environments.

– Jordan, RI staff member

 

Current Openings

Career opportunities are available in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

MASSACHUSETTS

Clinical Director of Homebased Services

Job Summary: CFP has an exciting opening for a Clinical Director to lead a talented Home-Based team delivering intensive family therapy and support to diverse populations in the Boston and Greater Boston area. This role is responsible for the inception, growth, and sustainment of our Family Support and Stabilization (FSS) DCF contracted programs as well as the In-Home Therapy (IHT) programs through the Managed Care Entities (MCEs). EOE.

Desire to make a difference in a youth or family’s life!

Bonus. Qualified candidates can earn up to $2000!!!

  • $500 upon completion of 90 Introductory period
  • $500 on 6-month anniversary
  • $1000 on your 1 Year Anniversary.

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary based on experience and licensure
  • Trainings and Professional Development
  • Hybrid position
  • Paid Holidays
  • 3+ weeks of time off benefits
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Pathway to a long-term career

JOB DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operations and Administration

  • Oversight of the census billing and invoicing process; reviewing for accuracy and signing the appropriate forms
  • Oversight of the payroll process, including mileage and staff expenses; reviewing for accuracy and signing the appropriate forms
  • Assists in the development of the annual budget and continuous tracking of revenue and expenses throughout the fiscal year
  • Oversight of the productivity of staff to include the management of the assignment and follow through of expected hours for each Clinician
  • Management and oversight of the program budget; monthly review of office expenses; make adjustments as needed
  • Oversight of the quantitative and qualitative record review process for client files; assurance of compliance with contract, agency, accreditation, and licensure expectations and standards
  • Hiring, supervision and training of FCT and FSS teams
  • Oversight of the administrative tasks associated with the disciplinary actions, resignation, and termination of staff

Marketing and Business Development

  • Implement a marketing plan for the region that incorporates knowledge of all current and potential referral sources.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with referral sources; introductory calls to collaterals/referral sources as needed; securing appointments for meetings or presentations
  • Provide presentations, both formal and informal, that effectively describe the FCT model of intensive in-home services and other services offered
  • Follow up on meetings with collaterals and referral systems with letters or e-mails documenting the meeting and outcomes, etc.
  • Meeting with collateral and referral agencies for specific problem-solving and negotiation; assistance with the design of innovative programming to meet community needs

Service Delivery and Client Care

  • Oversee all home-based/family stabilization & support program functions, including data reporting and maintaining adherence to policy specifications established by CBHI, MCEs, and DCF.
  • Serve as the FCT/IHT Program Director and supervise the Program Directors for the FSS DCF services
  • Grow and sustain the community-based FSS DCF contracted programs by managing relationships with referral sources, hiring and training CB/FSS personnel, and expansion efforts
  • Direct IHT clinicians on consistently maintaining high-quality, best-practice services, including timely and accurate completion of assessments, treatment goals, contact notes, releases of information, and other aspects of the youth’s health record; consistent engagement with families; routine care coordination; risk and safety planning and response; family-specific clinical service delivery; and discharge and aftercare planning.
  • Engage in weekly individual supervision and team meetings with the clinical team to address clinical and administrative topics. Supervision includes understanding the impact of culture, gender, socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and other identities on the clinicians’ and families’ well-being, values, goals, and desired treatment outcomes.
  • Provide trainings on a variety of topics to FSS clinicians and Case Managers.
  • Attend meetings with external stakeholders such as DCF, MCEs, CBHI representatives, other CBHI agencies, and the FCT Foundation
  • Coordinate with Waitlist Manager to manage incoming referrals, waitlist processes, and case assignments to clinical team
  • Provide on-call supervision, inclusive of, but not limited to, crisis and coaching day by day as needed.
  • Engage in FCT certification tasks to gain Supervisor Certification
  • Facilitate clinicians’ certification in the Family Centered Treatment Model and other FSS certifications

Education Requirements:

  • Masters degree in the human services field as approved by CBHI MCEs (such as Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Education in Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapist, and other similar degrees)
  • Must possess an independent license in a mental health field (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT, licensed psychologist) which is active and in good standing in MA

Experience and Qualification Requirements:

  • Must have a minimum of a Master’s level and a minimum of 5 years of experience in a supervisory role in the field
  • Must have and maintain CANS certification
  • Must have a driver’s license without restrictions and reliable transportation
  • Must have flexibility and availability to participate in on-call responsibilities
  • This position is hybrid; you must be able to travel to the office and have an at-home set-up conducive to maintaining private conversations and documentation.

Pay: $90,000-$100,000 annually

 

Educational Coordinator (Part-time)- Hyde Park

Bonus. Qualified candidates can earn up to $1000!!!

  • $250 upon completion of 90 Introductory period
  • $250 on 6-month anniversary
  • $500 on your 1 Year Anniversary.

Part-time Educational Coordinator

Desire to make a difference in a youth or family’s life!

Company Overview:

Communities for People (CFP) is a non-profit agency serving youth and families through community-based programs and services. You will be instrumental in helping youth and families to achieve permanency, independence and integration into the community. CFP will provide you with professional experience, great benefits and working environment. EOE

You will be responsible for ensuring all assigned Department of Children and Family clients receive all appropriate educational services which include: timely communication with school departments, developing formal affiliation agreements and maintenance of individual youth’s records.

As an Educational Coordinator you must be able to:

  • Be dependable and reliable
  • Coordinate and facilitate meetings for all families receiving services
  • Develop educational plans based on family meetings
  • Attend meetings as assigned, which may include traveling around the state
  • Complete all necessary paperwork efficiently and in a timely manner
  • Proficient in report writing and computer skills
  • Work collaboratively to ensure quality service provision is provided

Educational Coordinator Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field
  • Work experience with DCF involved families, provider community and/or related service provider and 766 Special Education programs
  • Knowledge of DCF practices and policies preferred
  • Must have valid driver’s license and transportation

Educational Coordinator Benefits:

  • 11 paid holidays
  • Weekly pay
  • Time off benefits (pro-rated)
  • Medial, dental and vision insurance (pro-rated)

Pay: Part Time (20 hours ) $28,000-$30,000 annually

 

EFSS CASEWORKER (Homebased Caseworker)

We are excited to announce the launch of our Enhanced Family Support Services Program in Massachusetts! Are you seeking an opportunity to make a difference as a caseworker on the team? Apply now to join our agency and help shape this programs success!

Program will serve South Central MA, Greater Waltham Area and Greater Boston DCF Regions (Hyde Park, Harbor, Park Street and Jackson Square).

Company Overview:

Communities for People (CFP) is a non-profit agency serving youth and families through community-based programs and services. You will be instrumental in helping youth and families achieve permanency, independence and integration into the community. You will gain professional experience and exposure to the child welfare system. Our Enhanced Family Support Services (EFSS) team is looking for a Case Worker. EOE

Bonus. Qualified candidates can earn up to $2000!!!

  • $500 upon completion of 90 Introductory period
  • $500 on 6-month anniversary
  • $1000 on your 1 Year Anniversary.

Salary: $55,000

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Time off accruals
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Training and professional development
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Pathway to a long-term career
  • Hybrid Work Schedule

Case Worker Responsibilities:

  • Provide intensive community-based services to youth and their families
  • Ensure individual records are maintained to licensing and accreditation standards
  • Monitor and track client’s day to day activities
  • Development and oversight of treatment planning,
  • Ensuring implementation of family centered practice
  • Advocacy role for the families
  • Maintain collateral contacts
  • Facilitates case conferences and discharge conferences for clients
  • Actively participating in staff meeting and group supervision
  • Providing support to program staff
  • Crisis management
  • Provide on-call support.

Case Worker Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s of Social Work or 5 years relevant experience
  • Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
  • Must have valid driver’s license and transportation.
  • Organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Adheres to timelines
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Culturally Responsive
  • Knowledge of community resources
  • Excellent writing skills

 

EFSS CLINICIAN (Homebased Clinician)

We are excited to announce the launch of our Enhanced Family Support Services Program in Massachusetts! Are you seeking an opportunity to make a difference as a clinician on the team? Apply now to join our agency and help shape this programs success!

Program will serve South Central MA, Greater Waltham Area and Greater Boston DCF Regions (Hyde Park, Harbor, Park Street and Jackson Square)

Company Overview:

Communities for People (CFP) is a non-profit agency serving youth and families through community-based programs and services. You will be instrumental in helping youth and families achieve permanency, independence and integration into the community. You will gain professional experience and exposure to the child welfare system. Our Enhanced Family Support Services (EFSS) team is looking for a Clinician. EOE

Bonus. Qualified candidates can earn up to $2000!!!

  • $500 upon completion of 90 Introductory period
  • $500 on 6-month anniversary
  • $1000 on your 1 Year Anniversary.

Salary: $65,000-$70,000

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Time off accruals
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Training and professional development
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Pathway to a long-term career
  • Hybrid Work Schedule

Clinician Responsibilities:

  • Providing in-home therapeutic support services to parents, caretakers, and youth involved with DCF i.e. weekly family meetings, assessments
  • Oversee the treatment planning and assist with the case management of clients
  • Ensuring implementation of family centered practice
  • Advocacy role for the families working with community partners
  • Development and implementation of Individual Service Plans
  • Facilitates case conferences and discharge conferences for clients
  • Oversight of coordinating psychiatric and psychological appointments
  • Provide supervision and parenting supports for families in preparation to reunification
  • Overseeing timely notification of referral dispositions
  • Actively participating in staff meeting and group supervision
  • Providing clinical support to program staff
  • Maintaining client documentation and files
  • Crisis management
  • Providing on-call support

Clinician Qualifications:

  • Masters of Social Work or related field
  • Independently Licensed preferred
  • Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
  • Mush have valid driver’s license and own transportation
  • Excellent writing and organizational skills
  • Culturally Responsive
  • Knowledge of community resources

 

FCT PRACTITIONER (Child and Family Specialist)

We are excited to announce the launch of our Family Centered Treatment Program in Massachusetts! Are you seeking an opportunity to make a difference as a practitioner on the team? Apply now to join our agency and help shape this programs success!

Program will serve South Central MA, Greater Waltham Area and Greater Boston DCF Regions (Hyde Park, Harbor, Park Street and Jackson Square).

Company Overview:

By joining the Communities for People team, we will help you gain professional experience and exposure to the Massachusetts child welfare system. Communities for People (CFP) is a non-profit agency serving youth and families through community-based programs and services. You will be instrumental in helping youth and families achieve permanency, independence and integration into the community. EOE

Bonus. Qualified candidates can earn up to $2000!!!

  • $500 upon completion of 90 Introductory period
  • $500 on 6-month anniversary
  • $1000 on your 1 Year Anniversary.

Salary structure: Range is based on qualifications and experience.

Bachelor Level: $55,000

Master’s Level: $65,000-$70,000

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Time off accruals
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Training and professional development
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Pathway to a long-term career
  • Hybrid Work Schedule

Family Centered Treatment Practitioner Responsibilities:

  • Utilize an evidence-based model to engage and facilitate weekly individual/family sessions
  • Provide on-call crisis support for assigned families
  • Provide the services with a variance of days/hours designed to respond to the client/family needs/schedule
  • Caseloads of (4-6) with a minimum of at least 2 multi hour sessions weekly
  • Timely attendance at all team meetings
  • Provide transportation to scheduled appointments, as needed
  • Promptly submit all required reports and documentation

Family Centered Treatment Practitioner Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Human Services or Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
  • Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
  • Valid driver’s license and vehicle required
  • Strong report writing
  • Ability to interact with a wide range of individuals
  • Culturally Responsive
  • Knowledge of state’s human service network
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office

 

Foster Care Caseworker

Job Description

Desire to make a difference in a youth or family’s life!

Communities for People (CFP) in a non-profit agency serving youth and families through community-based programs and services. You will be instrumental in helping youth and families achieve permanency, independence and integration into the community. At CFP you will join a team of dedicated staff, work in an enjoyable work environment and receive great benefits. EOE

Job Summary:

To provide an array of case management and supportive services to children and families served by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Desire to make a difference in a youth or family’s life!

Bonus. Qualified candidates can earn up to $2000!!!

  • $500 upon completion of 90 Introductory period
  • $500 on 6-month anniversary
  • $1000 on your 1 Year Anniversary.

Benefits:

  • Paid Holidays
  • 3+ weeks of time off benefits
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide overall case management for children in intensive foster care, including contact with collaterals, development and implementation of client treatment plans, advocate for clients in school and community settings.
  • Work to ensure clients are stable in safe and appropriate home settings.
  • Respect the role of client families and support their involvement in client treatment.
  • Work with referred clients and their families to achieve identified permanent goals.
  • Assist children and families with all placement transitions.
  • Conduct required weekly visits with clients, foster families and biological families as needed.
  • Establish therapeutic relationships with clients respecting boundaries.
  • Attend all meetings and conferences on behalf of clients, including Foster Care Reviews, clinical case conferences, and educational meetings.
  • Identify and refer for community-based supportive services for clients.
  • Demonstrates flexibility by adapting treatment to individual needs of client.
  • Creatively engage resistant youth and families.
  • Transport clients, foster families and other involved parties when needed.
  • Demonstrate working knowledge of child development & mental health.
  • Assist with intakes as requested by program leadership.
  • Ensure that all documentation is thorough, descriptive and representative of the quality of work taking place and entered into the client file or I-Familynet system when appropriate.
  • Ensure all clinical records meet licensing requirements
  • Complete and maintain all necessary training and examinations to for licensure as a social worker in Massachusetts, CPI and CPR.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Arts degree in social work or related field required.
  • Ability to speak Spanish strongly preferred.

Experience:

  • At least one year of relevant experience in the provision of clinical case management services to children and families.

Pay: $50,000-$55,000 annually

 

Homebased Program Director

We are excited to announce the launch of our Enhanced Family Support Services Program in Massachusetts! Are you seeking an opportunity to make a difference as the Program Director of the team? Apply now to join our agency and help shape this programs success!

Program will serve South Central MA, Greater Waltham Area and Greater Boston DCF Regions (Hyde Park, Harbor, Park Street and Jackson Square)

Company Overview:

Communities for People (CFP) is a non-profit agency serving youth and families through community-based programs and services. You will be instrumental in helping youth and families achieve permanency, independence and integration into the community. You will gain professional experience and exposure to the child welfare system. Our Enhanced Family Support Services (EFSS) team is looking for a Case Worker. EOE

Bonus. Qualified candidates can earn up to $2000!!!

  • $500 upon completion of 90 Introductory period
  • $500 on 6-month anniversary
  • $1000 on your 1 Year Anniversary.

Salary: $70,000-$75,000

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Time off accruals
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Training and professional development
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Pathway to a long-term career
  • Hybrid Work Schedule

Program Director Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the process and services of the intensive community-based programs to youth and their families.
  • Work collaboratively with all stakeholders to ensure highest quality and effective services.
  • Oversees pre-screening, intake, treatment & discharge processes & protocols.
  • Leads administrative team and staff meeting assuring documentation and filing of admin. team/ staff meeting minutes.
  • Maintains all license, accreditation, client and program records.
  • Assures compliance with funding source reporting demands including incident reports, quarterly and clinical documentation.
  • Responsible for continuous quality improvement for the program.
  • Oversees all aspects of staffing including hiring, orientation and ongoing supervision.
  • Delegates work fittingly and within the organizational structure and stays cognizant of staff abilities, work assignments and contract commitments.
  • Demonstrates fitness for team leadership in ethics, boundaries, respect and role modeling of relationships for youth and staff
  • Partners with payers seeking ways of accommodating their evolving needs
  • Markets program with prospective customers to increase program census.
  • Demonstrates fiscal leadership in managing budgets.
  • On-call for crisis situations

Program Director Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in Social Work or relevant filed
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience working with similar client populations in human service or treatment settings and 2 years in management.

 

Program Director - Emergency Residence

Company Overview:

Communities for People (CFP) is a non-profit agency serving youth and families through community-based programs and services. You will be instrumental in helping youth and families to achieve permanency, independence and integration into the community. CFP will provide you with professional experience, great benefits and pleasant working environment. EOE

Bonus. Qualified candidates can earn up to $2000!!!

  • $500 upon completion of 90 Introductory period
  • $500 on 6-month anniversary
  • $1000 on your 1 Year Anniversary.

Job Summary:

To uphold the CFP philosophy and values of care; to assume responsibility for the daily operation of the site; to provide supervision to direct care staff; and to provide orientation for new client (regarding tasks such as: the routines , limits and house rules in conjunction with the house staff).

Program Director Duties and Responsibilities:

  • To provide a safe and nurturing home-like environment.
  • To supervise and carry out the treatment and educational plans designed for each client.
  • To assign the appropriate level of responsibilities and/or tasks to each client and Direct Care Counselor.
  • To observe and evaluate each client in terms of their compliance with the rules of the program.
  • To develop and monitor activities meeting the educational, recreational, physical and emotional needs of each client.
  • To keep close contact with the client’s families and monitor all family contact.
  • To attend treatment planning conferences.
  • To provide site leadership and encourage teamwork.
  • To supervise and evaluate Direct Care Counselor performance and implement, when necessary, corrective action plans.
  • To coordinate weekly staff meetings.
  • To provide orientation and on site training for staff members.
  • To create and submit weekly staff schedules to the appropriate administrative staff.
  • To represent the program to visitors and outside agencies.
  • To maintain and monitor agency standards for the physical site and to ensure that staff are familiar with the standards.
  • To act as an advocate for the clients and the staff of the house.
  • To provide weekly written records to the program office including logs, incident reports, menus, budget materials, home visit records, staff time sheets.
  • To monitor, pay and control house expenses, primarily telephone bills and purchase of common objects.
  • Participate in the on-call rotation.
  • Utilize Virtual Gateway

Qualifications:

  • BS/BA in human services or related field, and one-year prior experience working with either children or youth in a residential care setting
  • Minimum of one-year of experience in a supervisory role.
  • Education may be substituted for five or more years’ experience with two years of supervision/management experience.
  • MAP certification preferred; if not, must be certified within first three months.

Experience:

  • Good writing and documentation skills as well as organizational ability.
  • Ability to manage staff.
  • Must be culturally responsive and possess the ability to relate professionally to a wide range of clients and staff.

Pay: $57,000-$60,000 annually

 

Residential Clinician

Company Overview:

Communities for People (CFP) is a non-profit agency serving youth and families through community-based programs and services. We are looking for a Clinician for a residential Program. You will be instrumental in helping youth and families to achieve permanency, independence and integration into the community. CFP will provide you with professional experience, great benefits and pleasant working environment. EOE

Bonus. Qualified candidates can earn up to $2000!!!

  • $500 upon completion of 90 Introductory period
  • $500 on 6-month anniversary
  • $1000 on your 1 Year Anniversary.

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary based on experience and licensure
  • Trainings and Professional Development
  • Paid Holidays
  • 3+ weeks of time off benefits
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Pathway to a long-term career
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pay: Salary Range $62,000-$70,000
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HIRING FOR 2 CLINICIAN POSITIONS! ONE POSITION IS IN OUR EMERGENCY RESIDENCE AND THE OTHER IS IN OUR GROUP HOME, PLEASE SEE SPECIFIC DETAILS BELOW

Emergency Residence Job Summary:

You will be responsible for coordinating and developing appropriate treatment plans for youth and families referred to our Emergency Residence STARR program (Stabilization, Assessment. Rapid Re-integration).

Emergency Residence Clinician Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate entire intake process for clients
  • Develop and regularly monitor individual treatment plans for each client including required assessments and treatment reviews
  • Provide clinical input to team regarding client’s treatment
  • Provide crisis intervention and conduct meetings with clients in crisis
  • Attend all treatment meetings and crisis meetings for clients
  • Conduct regular case and discharge conferences on all clients
  • Coordinate all dental, medical, psychiatric. psychological, and therapy services for clients as needed
  • Provide vocational guidance and arrange home visits and family contacts for clients
  • Ensure files are up to date and progress reports are written and forwarded to appropriate stakeholders as well as kept up to licensing/accreditation standards
  • Review and submit progress notes to referring agency monthly
  • Work with other community resources, services, courts, state agencies and schools, and act as liaison to state agencies licensing staff
  • Attend all weekly meetings, in-service trainings, and orientation programs
  • Be on-call to staff and provide emergency staffing when necessary

Emergency Residence Clinician Requirements:

  • Master’s in Social Work or related field
  • Knowledge of community resources and service planning
  • Excellent writing skills and time management
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle
  • 1-3 years clinical experience in non-profit environment; preferably experience working directly with youth and families

Group Home Summary:

Oversee the treatment planning and clinical case management needs for the youth in the program.

Group Home Clinician Responsibilities:

  • Provide residents with direct clinical services, including case management, individual treatment, group work or clinically appropriate services
  • Complete all required clinical documentation including clinical assessments, Relapse Prevention Plans, and Individual Treatment Plans
  • Manage referrals for placement at the program and oversee the intake process
  • Determine appropriate transition and discharge plans for all residents
  • Assist program staff to develop individualized behavior management plans and support staff to understand and respond to individual youth treatment concerns
  • Facilitate case conferences and discharge planning for all residents
  • Assist with family engagement, permanency planning and life-skills development for all residents.
  • Oversee coordination of community-based psychiatric, psychological, medical and dental services for all clients
  • Actively participate in the Program Administrative Team, weekly staff meetings and group supervision
  • Participate in agency activities to support the implementation of clinical best practices and improve the clinical skills of agency staff
  • Provide on-call support

Group Home Clinician Qualifications:

  • Bachelors (Master’s preferred) in social work or related field
  • At least 3 years of clinical experience
  • Prior familiarity with the Massachusetts child welfare systems,
  • Must have valid driver’s license and vehicle
  • Ability to participate in CFP MA afterhours on-call support service
Residential Direct Care Counselor

Job Description

Communities for People (CFP) is a non-profit agency serving youth and families through community-based programs and services. You will be instrumental in helping youth and families to achieve permanency, independence and integration into the community. You will gain professional experience and exposure to the child welfare system. We are looking for 2nd and 3rd shift (overnight) Direct Care Counselors for our Somerville, Brighton, Newton and Boston locations. EOE

Residential Direct Care Counselor Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Dependability and reliability
  • Ensure that the clients are receiving proper care
  • Providing a safe physical/emotional environment
  • Providing supervision
  • Assist in developing and carrying out goals
  • Excellent at conflict management
  • Provide transportation as necessary
  • Adhere to site policies, routines, and procedures
  • Maintain certifications and trainings
  • Attend weekly meetings, in-service trainings and orientation programs

Residential Direct Care Counselor Qualifications:

  • High School graduate or equivalency
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Own reliable transportation
  • Bilingual (Spanish) a HUGE plus
  • Depending on the program, must complete MAP (Medication Administration Program) certification within 3 months of hire date

Residential Direct Care Counselor Benefits:

  • 11 Paid holidays
  • Time off benefits
  • Weekly pay checks
  • Trainings and professional development
  • Medical and dental benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $21.75 – $22.25 per hour

Bonus. FULL TIME candidates can earn up to $2000!!!

  • $500 upon completion of 90 Introductory period
  • $500 on 6-month anniversary
  • $1000 on your 1 Year Anniversary.
Treatment Coordinator of Services - Harbor Area Office - Family Networks

Bonus. Qualified candidates can earn up to $2000!!!

  • $500 upon completion of 90 Introductory period
  • $500 on 6-month anniversary
  • $1000 on your 1 Year Anniversary.

Benefits:

  • Monday through Friday 9am-5pm
  • Hybrid work model
  • Trainings and Professional Development
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • Time-off benefits
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Treatment/Service Coordinator

Desire to make a difference in a youth or family’s life!

Company Overview:

Communities for People (CFP) is a non-profit agency serving youth and families through community-based programs and services. You will be instrumental in helping youth and families to achieve permanency, independence and integration into the community. CFP will provide you with professional experience, great benefits and working environment. EOE

Job Summary: Work as part of CFP’s Family Networks team at a Department of Children and Families Area Office ( Harbor office) to facilitate service delivery to your assigned caseloads.

Treatment/Service Coordinator Responsibilities:

  • Case management duties for assigned caseload
  • Coordinating and facilitating meetings for all families receiving home-based services and/or placement services
  • Develop treatment plans based on family meetings
  • Attend meetings as assigned, which may include traveling around the state
  • Complete all necessary paperwork efficiently and in a timely manner
  • Proficient in report writing and computer skills
  • Work collaboratively to ensure quality service provision is provided

Service Coordinator Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field
  • Work experience with DCF involved families, provider community and/or related service provider
  • Knowledge of DCF practices and policies preferred
  • Must have valid driver’s license and transportation.

Pay: $50,000.00-$53,000.00 annually

 

RHODE ISLAND (PROVIDENCE, RI)

Clinical Supervisor - FCCP

Company Overview:

Communities for People (CFP) serves youth and families through preventative community services (FCCP), community-based residential programs, managed care networks, adoption, foster care, outpatient services and management information systems. CFP strives to achieve permanency, independence and integration with the community for the youth and families we serve. CFP focuses on strengths to foster self, family and community empowerment. EOE

Sign on bonus:

$750 Bonus at 90 days for Qualified candidates after successful completion of the introductory period.

Benefits:

  • Salary range $65K-70K
  • Paid training and professional development
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Generous time off benefits
  • Medical, vision and dental insurance
  • Schedule flexibility
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Additional retention bonus on qualification: $500 at 180 days and an additional $750 bonus at the year mark.

Clinical Supervisor Responsibilities:

  • Creating a child abuse and neglect prevention network in the cities of Central Falls, East Providence and Pawtucket
  • Trained in National WRAP principles and ensures the Wraparound process is implemented with all identified families served by the FCCP
  • Reviews referrals, identifies and coordinated WRAP services for FCCP families
  • Provides field and office based coaching of the Wraparound model
  • Carries a part-time case load
  • Assures all Family Support Care Coordinators (FSCC) are trained in the WRAP model and provides ongoing support, supervision and training
  • Participates in all FCCP intakes
  • Monitors all open cases of the FSCC workers
  • Assists in developing appropriate, individualized services and treatment.
  • Signs all appropriate treatment documentation
  • Accompanies workers on home visits as needed
  • Assists families in identifying and engaging natural supports, discusses and make referrals for immediate service needs
  • Oversees and ensure the principles of the WRAP model are implemented
  • Assists in building and continuously improving community-wide network of formal and informal partnerships throughout the region
  • Provide community training as needed
  • Maintain a comprehensive system of gathering data used to inform quality assurance, quality improvement and outcome tracking
  • Complete all programmatic reporting requirement, clinical documentation and timelines, case records in accordance with practice standards as required by agency and state contracts
  • Assists in the selection, orientation and on-going training of staff, interns and consultant personnel
  • Attend all required meetings
  • Provide on-call support.

Clinical Supervisor Qualifications:

  • Master Degree in relevant field
  • Independent License Required
  • At least 5 years of Human Service experience/1 years Management experience
  • Must have valid driver’s license and transportation.
  • Excellent writing, computer and organizational skills
  • Bi-lingual Spanish preferred
Clinician of Supportive Services for Foster Care

Benefits:

  • $750 Bonus at 90 days for Qualified candidates after successful completion of the introductory period.
  • Paid training and professional development
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Generous time off benefits
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Mileage reimbursement

Company Overview:

Communities for People is seeking a dedicated full-time Clinician to work in our Adoption/Foster Care Program providing family-based supports and services to children and adolescents placed in foster and pre-adoptive homes.

You will be instrumental in helping youth and families to achieve permanency, independence and integration into the community. At CFP you will join a team of dedicated staff work in an enjoyable environment and receive great benefits. EOE

Job Summary:

Provide intensive services to assigned resource families and clients and assist with stabilizing placement and/or supporting permanency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Maintain a caseload of up to 12-15 clients.
  • Develop a therapeutic relationship with client for individual work and inclusion in family meetings as necessary.
  • Meet with each client, (or resource family),weekly for approximately 1-hour counseling sessions, or more frequently, as indicated
  • Meet with involved biological families to coordinate planning and involvement.
  • Complete comprehensive assessments for each client within designated time frame.
  • Jointly with assigned social worker, develop an appropriate treatment plan that identifies individual needs of the youth and family.
  • Provide trauma-informed psychoeducation to resource families as it relates to client treatment needs.
  • Model and formally instruct family members regarding necessary skills, such as communication, conflict resolution, behavior management, and parenting skills.
  • Provide crisis intervention as needed.
  • Participate in emergency on-call rotation as assigned.
  • Provide transportation to scheduled appointments, as needed.
  • Participate in treatment conferences, staff meetings, supervision, and trainings.
  • Maintain individual case files as assigned in accordance with all Medicaid, licensing and accreditation standards.
  • Handle public relations with diplomacy and prudence.
  • Advocate on behalf of families and clients served.

Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in human services or related field. Strong report writing. Ability to interact with a wide range of individuals. Must be culturally competent. Knowledge of state’s human service network. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Valid Driver’s license and vehicle required.

Experience:

1-year prior experience with families or residential programs.

Pay: $58,000-$60,000 annually

 

Professional Foster Parents Needed

 

To learn more about the licensing process, contact:

Kathryn Botelho
Phone: 401-481-5430
Email: FosterHopeRI@c4p.org

Or visit CFPFosterCare.org

Residential Direct Care Counselor $750 Sign On Bonus

Job Description

Communities for People (CFP) is a non-profit agency serving youth and families through community-based programs and services. You will be instrumental in helping youth and families to achieve permanency, independence and integration into the community. You will gain professional experience and exposure to the child welfare system. We are looking for 2nd and 3rd shift (overnight) Direct Care Counselors for our Providence locations. EOE

Residential Direct Care Counselor Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Dependability and reliability
  • Ensure that the clients are receiving proper care
  • Providing a safe physical/emotional environment
  • Providing supervision
  • Assist in developing and carrying out goals
  • Excellent at conflict management
  • Provide transportation as necessary
  • Adhere to site policies, routines, and procedures
  • Maintain certifications and trainings
  • Attend weekly meetings, in-service trainings and orientation programs

Residential Direct Care Counselor Qualifications:

  • High School graduate or equivalency
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Own reliable transportation
  • Bilingual (Spanish) a HUGE plus

Residential Direct Care Counselor Benefits:

  • 11 Paid holidays
  • Time off benefits
  • Weekly pay checks
  • Trainings and professional development
  • Medical and dental benefits
  • Vision Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Tuition reimbursement

Sign On Bonus: $750 Bonus at 90 days for Qualified candidates after successful completion of the introductory period. Pro-rated for part time and relief staff.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $21.50 – $22.00 per hour

Outreach Worker - ILP

***$750 Bonus at 90 days for Qualified candidates after successful completion of the introductory period***

Company Overview:

Communities for People (CFP) is a non-profit agency serving youth and families through community-based programs and services. You will be instrumental in helping youth and families achieve permanency, independence and integration into the community. You will gain professional experience and exposure to the child welfare system. EOE

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Ensure individual records are maintained to licensing and accreditation standards.
  • Development and oversight of treatment planning
  • Ensuring implementation of family centered practice
  • Providing regular visits and supervision of youth
  • Attaining housing and working with Landlords
  • Providing life skill instructions
  • Advocacy role for the clients
  • Maintain collateral contacts
  • Facilitates case conferences and discharge conferences for clients
  • Coordinating psychiatric, psychological, medical and dental appointments
  • Actively participating in staff meeting and group supervision
  • Providing support to program staff
  • Crisis management
  • Provide on-call support.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s of Social Work or related field required
  • At least 1 year child welfare experience preferred
  • Must have valid driver’s license and transportation.
  • Organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Adheres to timelines
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of community resources
  • Excellent writing skills

Benefits :

  • Medical/Dental/Vision benefits
  • Generous time off accruals
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Weekly Pay

Pay: $50,000-$52,000 annually

 

Communities for People, Inc., and its affiliated agencies are equal opportunity employers. Persons of color, women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

 

Foster Parents We are always accepting applications for Foster Parenting.
There is always a child or adolescent waiting for dedicated foster parents. If you can provide a safe and loving home you can be the difference in the life of a child or adolescent in need. You don’t have to own a home, be married, or even have previous experience fostering children. CFP will provide you with specialized training and ongoing support. You will be working as part of a treatment team and providing the nurturing of a parent. We provide you with and a strong support network of experienced foster care workers and fellow foster parents and you will also be compensated. EOE

To learn more:

RI:
Kathryn Botelho
Phone: 401-481-5430
Email: FosterHopeRI@c4p.org

MA:
Kristopher Harrison
Phone: 617-708-4510
Email: kharrison@c4p.org

 

Internships
To learn more possible internship opportunities and their availability please contact Sarah Sadooghi at (617) 801-4614.

 

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