FIT Clinician

As a FIT Clinician , you will provide intensive family therapy and stabilization services to youth with Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) and their families in home and community settings in collaboration with the outreach worker and family partner.

FIT is a program within t he Children's Behavioral Health Initiative (CBHI) . CBHI is a Massachusetts statewide interagency program designed to support youth under age 21 enrolled in MassHealth who have significant behavioral, emotional, or mental health needs

Team Provides 3–5 weekly sessions of family therapy and support, as clinically indicated

Complete comprehensive assessments including CANS, CRAFFT (12+), diagnostic evaluations, and SED determinations

Co-Facilitate team meetings with families, youth, and providers to review and update treatment plans

Develop individualized treatment plans that highlight strengths, needs, goals, and interventions

Conduct safety planning and risk management at intake and throughout treatment

Partner with FIT Family Partners and Outreach Workers to ensure seamless care delivery

Collaborate with schools, providers, and community resources to coordinate services

Support transitions to community-based treatment and services after FIT discharge

Provide after-hours phone support and participate in on-call rotation

Master’s degree in a mental health-related field and license-eligible in MA, or Master’s in related field with at least 2 years of experience working with children with emotional and behavioral needs

CANS-MA certification required (or ability to obtain upon hire)

Knowledge of Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED), treatment techniques, and child-serving systems

Familiarity with behavioral modification, crisis intervention, and family systems approaches

Experience providing family-centered interventions and utilizing family therapy strategies to engage and support youth, caregivers, and the family system .

Demonstrate the ability to lead and support a multidisciplinary team by providing clinical guidance, fostering collaboration, and promoting accountability while working independently and exercising sound professional judgment in a fast-paced environment

Strong organizational, facilitation, and communication skills

Cultural competence and ability to work with diverse populations

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required

Since 1938, BHN has delivered high-quality, culturally responsive behavioral health care across Western Massachusetts. Our core values include Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.