Mental Health Clinician, In-Home Child & Family Behavioral Health (Naugatuck Valley)

Mental Health Clinician, In-Home Child & Family Behavioral Health

CORNERSTONE CARES | Part Time | Fee for Service | LMSW, LPCA or MFTA

Job Summary

Cornerstone Counseling Center is seeking Connecticut associate licensed clinicians to join CORNERSTONE CARES, our new in-home behavioral health program serving children, adolescents, and families throughout the Naugatuck Valley.

CARES is designed for children and adolescents who need more support than traditional outpatient therapy or a structured transition from a higher level of care. Clinicians provide planned, family-centered treatment with increased clinical contact, caregiver involvement, and care coordination.

This is not a crisis or on-call role.

This position is ideal for an LMSW, LPCA, or MFTA looking for meaningful child and family work, flexible scheduling, regular (paid)clinical supervision, an enhanced hourly rate for in-home services, and mileage reimbursement.

Why Join CARES?

• Enhanced hourly rate for in-home clinical services
• Mileage reimbursement for approved business travel
• Flexible part-time, fee-for-service scheduling
• Regular clinical supervision that may support eligible hours toward independent licensure
• No crisis response or on-call requirement
• Dedicated administrative support for referrals, insurance verification, scheduling, and assignments
• Opportunity to help launch and grow a new Cornerstone program
• Meaningful clinical work with children and families in their natural environment

Responsibilities

• Provide individual psychotherapy to children and adolescents and family or caregiver interventions when clinically indicated.
• Conduct behavioral health intakes and ongoing clinical assessments.
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans based on clinical needs and measurable goals.
• Support emotional regulation, coping, communication, parenting strategies, family routines, and behavioral change.
• Coordinate care with authorized providers and community partners, including DCF, IICAPS, hospitals, IOP programs, PCP offices, schools, and outpatient providers.
• Complete clinical risk assessments and safety planning when clinically indicated.
• Maintain timely and accurate electronic clinical documentation.
• Travel throughout the Naugatuck Valley for scheduled in-home services.
• Participate consistently in clinical supervision, case consultation, program training, and quality review.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a qualifying related discipline.
• Current Connecticut LMSW, LPCA, or MFTA license.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, families, community behavioral health, or higher-acuity outpatient populations preferred.
• Comfortable providing services in family homes and community settings.
• Strong clinical documentation, communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance.
• Bilingual English/Spanish/Portuguese skills preferred but not required.

Position Details

Job Type: Part-Time, Fee for Service
Licenses: Connecticut LMSW, LPCA, or MFTA
Population: Children and adolescents, generally ages 5 to 17
Service Area: Naugatuck Valley
Work Setting: In-home, community-based, and telehealth when clinically appropriate
Typical CARES Episode: Approximately 12 to 24 weeks, based on medical necessity and clinical progress
Compensation: Enhanced hourly rate for in-home clinical services
Mileage: Approved business mileage reimbursed at the current IRS standard business mileage rate
Anticipated CARES Launch: January 2027

Be Part of Something New

CARES gives associate licensed clinicians the opportunity to build valuable child, adolescent, family, and community-based clinical experience while helping launch a new model of behavioral health care at Cornerstone.

If you want greater flexibility, strong clinical support, enhanced compensation for community-based work, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact with children and families, we encourage you to apply.

CORNERSTONE CARES

Comprehensive Assessment, Restoration, Engagement & Stabilization Services

Restoring Stability. Strengthening Families.

Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 29.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• Opportunities for advancement
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40 - $50