Job Title
Provide resource and referral guidance and therapeutic matching to callers of the INTERFACE helpline as well as serve as an ambassador for the service to all callers and stakeholders.
Institutional Overview
William James College is in an exciting period of growth at a time when access to high-quality behavioral healthcare has never been more important. For over 50 years, our faculty and staff have prepared professionals to bring evidence-based mental health care to healthcare systems, community agencies, schools, correctional facilities, businesses, and private practice settings throughout New England and beyond.
Our mission is clear: to advance educational excellence in applied psychology and to develop skilled, compassionate professionals committed to expanding access to behavioral healthcare for individuals and communities who need it most.
As a community grounded in excellence, fairness, and respect for all individuals, William James College fosters leadership, collaboration, and service in an increasingly complex world. We seek professionals who are energized by meaningful work, committed to student success, and motivated to make a lasting impact in the field of behavioral health.
We are building the next generation of behavioral health leaders and are looking for colleagues who want to help shape that future.
Position Summary
Provide resource and referral guidance and therapeutic matching to callers of the INTERFACE helpline as well as serve as an ambassador for the service to all callers and stakeholders. This is a full-time (35 hours/week) position. This position is fully remote with occasional requirements to come to the College in Newton, MA.
Essential Functions
Complete intakes during dedicated daily line coverage hours
Provide basic counseling and psycho-education to callers who are seeking coordinated therapeutic matches for mental health and wellness services, following the well-established protocols of the service
Provide follow-up services and case management to assigned cases
Research and identify resources for the INTERFACE website and database including working with IT and other staff
Recruit clinicians for inclusion in the database while conducting provider searches, assist the recruitment team in updating or adding profiles in coordination with recruitment team;
Attend trainings and staff meetings for best practice resource and referral
Ability to work occasional evening or weekend hours, including in the communities we serve at community related marketing events.
Perform other duties as assigned that are consistent with the responsibilities and objectives of the position and the mission of the College
Education and Experience:
Degree in psychology, mental health counseling or social work, license eligible or licensed in Commonwealth of MA preferred
Ability to speak with callers and communicate in writing in a language other than English, and Spanish is strongly preferred
1-2 years of experience in clinical services is highly preferred
Access to reliable, secure high-speed internet and a private setting to maintain confidentiality
Skill in both verbal and written communication, fluent in second language preferred;
Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
Experience with phone triage in a clinical setting preferred
Compensation Range: $50,000-55,000 annually
Total Rewards
We are excited to present an exceptional compensation and benefits package that prioritizes your wellbeing! Embrace comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance, complemented by flexible spending accounts. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with company-paid life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and the opportunity to contribute to your retirement. Relish our generous paid time off and seize the exciting professional development opportunities that empower your growth. Join us and experience a rewarding workplace that passionately invests in your future!
Compliance & Equal Opportunity Statement
At William James College, we are a community grounded in excellence, fairness, and respect for all. We are committed to developing leaders and change agents who can navigate and shape an increasingly complex world, while fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.
William James College is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, in accordance with applicable federal and Massachusetts laws. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and be able to perform the essential functions of the position.
William James College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without accommodation.
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