Top 576 Special needs advocate Jobs in Massachusetts

Social Worker
Harvard University —Cambridge, MA
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Bilingual
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
Behavioral Technician | DDS
Gandara Mental Health Center, Inc. —Chicopee, MA
- $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Residential
- Driver's License
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid holidays
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Social Worker
DAVITA —Cambridge, MA
- $72,000 - $120,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Master of Social Work
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Community Based Direct Support Professional M-F Full Time
Cape Abilities —Hyannis, MA
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Driver's License
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Behavioral Consultant- Ph.D or BCBA
Advocates —Brockton, MA
- $87,500 - $93,000 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Management
- Mid-level
Director of Social Services
Mary Immaculate Health/Care Services —Lawrence, MA
- $35 - $45 an hour
- Full-time
- Master of Social Work
- Management
- English
- 403(b) matching
- Health savings account
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Assistant Director Residential
Home & Community Connections —Holyoke, MA
- $60,000 - $62,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Early Childhood Behavior Technician - ABA
Beacon ABA Services —Barnstable, MA
- $23 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Data analysis skills
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
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Positive Behavior Supports Clinician
Advocates —Worcester, MA
- $70,000 - $83,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- 3 years
Direct Support Professional - Weekend Shifts
Beaverbrook STEP, Inc. —Watertown, MA
- $17 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Career Development Coach
Grow Associates, Inc. —Randolph, MA
- $21 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- CPR Certification
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Lead Residential Counselor (Brain Injury)
Vinfen —Southborough, MA
- $23.32 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
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Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) Full time
Rogerson Communities —Boston, MA
- $85,000 - $93,000 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
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Music Therapist
Thom Child And Family Services —West Newbury, MA
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- 403(b) matching
- Mileage reimbursement
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Autism Outreach Worker
Vinfen —West Roxbury, MA
- $22.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Writing skills
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Behavioral Clinician
Delta Projects, Inc. —Dedham, MA
- $67,600 - $72,800 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Behavioral Clinician
Delta Projects, Inc. —Dedham, MA
- $67,600 - $72,800 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Clinical Residential Program Director
NORTH SUFFOLK COMMUNITY SERVICES INC —Boston, MA
- $75,190 - $89,781 a year
- LMFT
- RN License
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) (Brain Injury) / Res Counselor
Vinfen —Southborough, MA
- $23.32 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Ability to climb stairs
- Dental insurance
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Social Worker
Thom Child And Family Services —Boston, MA
- $53,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Mid-level
- 403(b) matching
- Mileage reimbursement
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Social Worker

Harvard University -
Cambridge, MA

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Job Details

Part-time

Benefits

Commuter assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

LICSW
Clinical social work

Full Job Description

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Why join Harvard Law School?

Join a community that combines excellence in legal education and scholarship with a deep commitment to justice. Here at Harvard Law School (HLS), you’ll find an environment that values who you are and encourages you to grow, inspire others, and make a meaningful impact. Wherever you are in your career journey, HLS is a place where you can thrive, contribute, and be part of something bigger.

Job Description

Harvard clinical programs consist of a variety of legal training programs. HLAB provides student representation to individuals in the areas of housing, wage and hour, and family matters (including early defense to families investigated by DCF). LSC provides students representation in the areas of housing, consumer, tax, family law / domestic violence, early defense to families investigated by DCF, LGBTQ+ rights, safety net benefits, and veterans law. TAP provides student representation to tenants on matters related to subsidized housing. PLAP provides student representation to inmates facing disciplinary hearings and reentry. Defenders provide student representation to individuals who are facing a criminal matters at a Magistrate's Hearing.

The social worker is embedded in the HLAB program and participates in all aspects of the HLAB and LSC programs, including training, practice area groups, case management, and provides support to faculty, staff, students, and clients across all components of HLAB and LSC.

Additional responsibilities include brief consultations with TAP, PLAP, and Defenders. These consults focus on the intersection of mental health and legal advocacy, managing client interactions, and client needs and resource development.

This position serves as an agent for the legal teams and is obliged to follow the rules of attorney-client privilege and confidentiality. The position is also responsible for supervising social worker interns who provide support to student attorneys and their clients.

As the Social Worker, you will:

Provide direct (one-to-one) social work support and advocacy to clients, working within a client-centered model;
Strategize with Clinical Instructors about best practices for providing social work support to clients and student attorneys in the context of legal representation;
Build networks and resources to support our clients when they are represented by our respective programs;
Manage social work intern program, including outreach, onboarding, and coordinating with social work schools. Provide weekly individual and monthly group supervision to social work student intern(s);
Provide congruent training and work closely with students participating in HLAB, the LSC clinics and the other student-practice organizations. Training/Educating students on subjects such as crisis management, trauma and secondary trauma, burnout, boundaries, mental health, and client-centered practice;
Work with student attorneys to develop their strategies and skills in supporting their clients presently and beyond;
As needed, attend court appearances and write letters and assessments related to client needs and abilities, and potential recommendations;
Advocate for clients with other systems, such as DMH, DCF, DDS, VA, community programs, funding programs, and other resources to build improved supports and resourcing for clients and their families;
Participate in home visits and other community outreach as needed;

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

Master’s degree or equivalent work experience required
Minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience
LICSW

Additional Qualifications and Skills

We are looking for people who have:

Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse client population, using a client-centered and trauma-informed approach;
Bilingual or multilingual a plus;
Ability to work within a passionate interdisciplinary team and meet the needs of a variety of stakeholders.
Experience working with student support systems and/or legal services.

Additional Information

Standard Hours/Schedule: 28 hours per week; Part-time, M-F.

Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position

Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education, Licensure

License/Certification: Current licensure as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)

Other Information:

This position works a combination of on campus (Cambridge and Jamaica Plain) and remote work based on business needs and manager approval.

All offers are made by HLS Human Resources.

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 057. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

Generous paid time off including parental leave
Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
Retirement plans with university contributions
Wellbeing and mental health resources
Support for families and caregivers
Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university's non-discrimination policy. Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.

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special needs advocate jobs in massachusetts

Social Worker

Behavioral Technician | DDS

Social Worker

Community Based Direct Support Professional M-F Full Time

Behavioral Consultant- Ph.D or BCBA

Director of Social Services

Assistant Director Residential

Early Childhood Behavior Technician - ABA

Positive Behavior Supports Clinician

Direct Support Professional - Weekend Shifts

Career Development Coach

Lead Residential Counselor (Brain Injury)

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) Full time

Music Therapist

Autism Outreach Worker

Behavioral Clinician

Behavioral Clinician

Clinical Residential Program Director

Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) (Brain Injury) / Res Counselor

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