Senior Residential Clinician - Juvenile Justice

At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.

Benefits At Eliot

• Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match
• Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
• Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
• Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development
• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Overview

Eliot is seeking a compassionate and committed Senior Residential Clinician for our Juvenile Justice residential program. Eliot's Juvenile Justice residential program provides placement for court-involved youth, ages 13 to 21, while awaiting court proceedings assessment, or those involved in treatment. This highly structured, self-contained program provides comprehensive interventions for juvenile offenders, including fully accredited schools and clinical support with individual and group therapy, staffed by trained professionals. All components are integrated through a Positive Youth Development framework. In this role you will provide individual, family and group clinical support, therapy and interventions. The ideal candidate will have experience working with adolescents in a team environment, and an understanding and/or willingness to learn and implement the tenets of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with youth, parents, referral and funding sources, siblings and/or extended safety nets.
• Provide individual and family therapy in accordance with the program, Department of Youth Services (DYS), Department of Early Education and Care (DEEC) and Eliot policies and procedures.
• Manage the development and implementation of Individual Service Plans.
• Supervise case management and advocacy for youth.
• Have knowledge of resources in each community in which youth live.
• Attend administrative, staff, and shift change meetings, and facilitate clinical and community meetings.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the Healing Arts and independently licensed as a LICSW, LMFT or LMHC.
• At least three years direct experience with the population.
• Knowledge and experience with clinical issues of children and adolescents and working knowledge of DBT and substance use/substance use disorder.
• At least one year in a supervisory role.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong professional working relationships with residents, staff, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and cultures.
• Ability to physically carry out Crisis Prevention Intervention techniques.

Schedule

• Tuesday-Saturday 11am-7pm (Sunday/ Monday off)
• Sunday-Thursday 11am-7pm (Friday/ Saturday off)

Annual Salary

$70,000 - $70,000 USD

At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization. Apply today and make a difference.