JOB TITLE: Outpatient Therapist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Fee for Service

SCHEDULED HOURS:  Monday-Friday 8AM-8PM, hours vary

PROGRAM/LOCATION Adult Outpatient Program, Willimantic, CT

ABOUT THE PROGRAM: ADULT OUTPATIENT

The Adult Outpatient services provide psychiatric & substance abuse diagnostic evaluation and treatment. Services include assessment, consultation, individual, couples, group, family treatment and medication evaluation and monitoring.

OBJECTIVE OF POSITION:

To provide assessment and treatment of clients with mental illness and/or substance use disorders, many of whom have past or present exposure to trauma, chronic medical conditions, poverty, and healthcare disparities. Clinical services are rendered by:

• Coordinating all aspects of clinical treatment and rehabilitation for assigned clients.
• Providing clinical assessment, evidence-based group/individual/family therapy, intensive outpatient treatment, risk assessment and intervention, and other relevant engagement and case management activities that support client wellness and recovery.
• Initiating and maintaining collaborative relationships with involved healthcare professionals, social service agencies, and natural supports.
• Participating as a full member of assigned program team and multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Maintaining quality clinical and administrative records according to agency standards.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide evidence-based group, individual, family, and intensive outpatient therapy.
• Perform clinical and risk assessments and make referrals for appropriate services and levels of care.
• Documents client services and relevant activity in electronic health record and performs assigned administrative tasks.
• Participate in assigned meetings including individual supervision, staff and team meetings, and required trainings.
• Collaborates with client’s healthcare providers, social service agencies, and natural supports.
• Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
• Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned.
• Additional duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: License eligible Masters or Doctorate Degree in behavioral health field. 

Experience: Comprehensive knowledge and experience providing assessment and treatment to persons with mental illness and/or substance use disorders. Relevant experience with evidence-based practice is preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: LCSW or other license to practice psychotherapy in State of CT preferred. All MSW staff must possess an LMSW or LCSW. Recent graduates may be hired with a valid Temporary Permit to practice as an MSW (valid for 120 calendar days after the date the master’s degree was awarded).

Training: Demonstrated education, supervised training, and practical experience providing the full spectrum of behavioral health treatment, including clinical and risk assessments, biopsychosocial evaluations, and group, individual, and family therapy.

COMPENSATION*:

$40/hr

*Our per diem and fee for service positions offer a flat hourly rate.

CHR is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that respects differences and honors the experience of our diverse staff. We encourage women, members of ethnic minorities, LGBTQ individuals, people with (dis)abilities, and veterans to apply.