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NFI Massachusetts Inc., a non-profit human services agency, is currently seeking a Transitional Specialist for our Intensive Residential Treatment Program located in Westborough, MA.

The IRTP's are short-term locked facilities serving male and female youth who are referred through the Department of Mental Health (DMH). NFI’s IRTPs are state-wide residential programs for adolescents who have a serious mental illness and/or severe emotional and/or behavioral disturbances.

The Transitional Specialist is responsible for connecting clients to services offered in the program and in the community which meet the needs of the consumers.

Hourly: $23.00/hr

Job Responsibilities:

• Find providers in the community for client post-discharge
• Act as a liaison between client and outside service providers (such as group homes and potential school placements) to coordinate visits to these agencies when a client is preparing for discharge
• Engage client in the community through immersive experience
• Assist client with independent living skills such as obtaining a license or applying for disability
• Follows along with the client for 3 months post-discharge to provide assistance to the client and collaborate with client's providers when needed. This includes visiting client in the community and maintaining contact with parents when necessary.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university in social behavioral science; and/or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination or education and experience.
• High energy level, superior interpersonal skills and ability to function in a team atmosphere.
• Valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle is a must.
• Must be fully vaccinated, or willing to get vaccinated against COVID 19 per state regulations

Benefits for full time employees include: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Retirement Plan, 3 weeks paid vacation time and Tuition reimbursement up to $2500 per fiscal year.

NFI Massachusetts Inc., is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We seek to empower individuals and support the diversity and inclusivity within our workforce. 

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