What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Counselors / Mental Health Clinicians position at Freedom Resource Group?
***POSITION BASED IN BEAUTIFUL MASSACHUSETTS***
If you are a counselor, social worker, or mental health clinician from Puerto Rico who would like to acquire your LCSW certification in the United States and significantly increase your earning potential – we have the right opportunity for you!
***New Openings for our Program in 2025***
FREEDOM RESOURCE GROUP and our partner healthcare systems in the United States have developed a unique and lucrative program to help Puerto Rican social workers acquire a valuable stateside license (LICSW), so he/she can practice in beautiful Massachusetts and earn more money!
Not only does our LICSW Apprenticeship allow you to make a good paycheck, but we also help prepare you to pass the MA board exam and acquire your LCSW certification.
Most notably, once you have your Massachusetts LICSW, you will have the opportunity to practice remotely – including the option of working from Puerto Rico – while making a U.S. based income!
Our LICSW Apprenticeship Program is available to both new graduates and experienced social workers from Puerto Rico who hold a master’s degree in an accepted field.
We are offering more than just a great paycheck – we’re offering a complete program to help you succeed!
Requirements
We require the following to be considered for our Apprentice program:
- Master’s Degree in a field related to Behavioral Health
- New graduates must have a good academic record and GPA.
- Experienced social workers do not need a Puerto Rican license to participate in the program – just a master’s degree in an acceptable field
- Must be a resident of Puerto Rico
- Must be able to speak, write and read in English.
- Must pass drug test
- Must pass a federal background check
- Must be willing to commit to a 2-year term
Benefits
- $500 Housing Allowance for each of the first 4 months
- $2,500 to cover moving expenses
- $1,500 Vehicle Allowance
- Flight to Massachusetts will be reimbursed upon arrival
- Board study groups & preparatory materials
- Additional assistance provided with loan forgiveness models & programs
- As an Apprentice, earn $35 - $45/ billable hour depending on experience
- Receive a pay raise soon as you receive your LCSW certification from Massachusetts
- Annual retention bonus!
- Excellent and very affordable healthcare benefits including health, dental, vision, and much more
- Fantastic work environment with friendly and welcoming staff
- Large Puerto Rican community and culture abounds in Massachusetts – you will feel right at home!
Salary : $500