Description: 

Title: Part Time, Occupational Therapist

Reports To: Executive Director

Role Type: Per Diem

Department/Location: 100% onsite position located at the Worcester, MA, Guidelight Clinic with opportunities to float to other sites!

Hours: 12p-4p x 2 days/week

Setting: PHP/IOP

Role Responsibilities: 

• Greet patients and visitors with warmth and professionalism upon arrival at the facility.  

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients’ physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities related to their mental health conditions.  

• Develop individualized treatment plans to address clients’ specific needs, focusing on improving daily living skills, work-related skills, and overall quality of life.  

• Implement therapeutic interventions using evidence-based practices to help clients achieve their goals.  

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors, to ensure a holistic approach to client care.  

• Educate clients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.  

• Monitor and document clients’ progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.  

• Provide support and guidance to clients in managing stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges through occupational therapy techniques.  

• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and continuing education opportunities to stay current with best practices in occupational therapy and mental health.  

Required Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.  

• Current licensure or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist.  

• Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).  

• Experience in a mental health or partial hospital setting required  

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.  

• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.  

• OT Group Experience   

• Experience with Adolescents and Adults   

*Please do not contact our public clinical admissions line regarding this or any other job posting. For recruiting-related inquiries, please contact the Talent team at Talent@guidelighthealth.com

Guidelight is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are passionate about fostering an environment where everyone, irrespective of their race, gender, sexual orientation, or background, feels valued and included. 

We want to be a place where every employee has a voice and feels truly welcome, appreciated, free to be themselves, and empowered and enabled to do their best work. Our differences make us unique, and we actively support these differences and work to create communities of respect throughout our company. www.guidelighthealth.com  

Description: 

Title: Licensed Therapist

Reports To: Executive Director

Role Type: Full Time

Department/Location: 100% onsite position located at the Worcester, MA, Guidelight Clinic. 

Hours: Monday-Thursday 10:30a-8:30p

Setting: Evening IOP with both Adult & Adolescent population

Summary: 

The Therapist will be responsible for providing high-quality care and therapeutic services to individuals dealing with various behavioral issues. The therapist will develop and implement treatment plans, conduct assessments, and work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to deliver effective behavioral health interventions.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations to determine clients' needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including individual, group, and family therapy.
• Monitor and document clients' progress and adjust treatment plans, as necessary.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, social workers, and medical doctors, to provide comprehensive care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case reviews.
• Educate clients and their families about mental health and behavioral issues.
• Adhere to all confidentiality and ethical guidelines as outlined by professional standards and laws.
• Stay updated on the latest research and developments in behavioral therapy and mental health.

Required Qualifications:

• A master's degree in psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field. (REQUIRED)
• Valid state licensure as a Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), or equivalent.
• Experience in behavioral therapy and counseling.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Associate or Independent clinical licensure (LICSW, LCSW or LMHC)
• Background in Expressive Therapy modalities
• Bilingual (English/Spanish/Portuguese) 

Summary:  

The Education Facilitator plays a vital role in supporting the educational needs of adolescents participating in our PHP and IOP programs. This position ensures that students continue to engage in their educational goals while receiving treatment for their behavioral and mental health challenges. 

This is a Monday-Friday Part Time role with the hours of 12pm-3pm (approximately 15 hours/week)

Responsibilities: 

• Collaborate with academic institutions and families to ensure students maintain educational progress while in treatment. 

• Provide individualized educational support tailored to the needs of each adolescent, adapting curricula and lesson plans where necessary. 

• Serve as a liaison between educational institutions and Guidelight Health staff to ensure seamless communication and support for student academic requirements. 

• Develop and implement educational strategies that align with the therapeutic goals of the adolescent's treatment plan. 

• Assist in creating an environment that fosters both academic achievement and emotional well-being. 

• Conduct assessments to evaluate educational needs and progress, while keeping accurate records of student performance and engagement. 

• Maintain a structured yet flexible learning environment that is conducive to both learning and therapeutic support. 

• Collaborate with mental health professionals to integrate educational services with treatment plans. 

• Provide guidance to adolescents to help them improve study habits, time management, and academic confidence. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in education, Special Education, or related field. 

• 2+ years of experience working with adolescents, ideally within a behavioral health or special education setting. 

• Proven experience in educational planning and facilitating curriculum for students with diverse learning needs. 

• Strong understanding of mental health issues and their impact on learning and development. 

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, counselors, and case managers. 

• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. 

• Compassionate, patient, and adaptable, with a passion for working with adolescents. 

*Please do not contact our public clinical admissions line regarding this or any other job posting. For recruiting-related inquiries, please contact the Talent team at Talent@guidelighthealth.com

Guidelight is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are passionate about fostering an environment where everyone, irrespective of their race, gender, sexual orientation, or background, feels valued and included. 

We want to be a place where every employee has a voice and feels truly welcome, appreciated, free to be themselves, and empowered and enabled to do their best work. Our differences make us unique, and we actively support these differences and work to create communities of respect throughout our company. www.guidelighthealth.com