What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outpatient Therapist position at NAFI Connecticut / Rhode Island / New York?
NAFI Connecticut provides programs, consultation, and support services in a variety of settings across Connecticut, New York and Rhode Island. We work with adults, children, and families to increase communication and social skills, improve relationships, increase circles of support, and provide therapeutic services based on best-practice research. We believe that people can change, and we work to empower each individual in their own care.
NAFI CT's Outpatient Clinic is actively seeking a dedicated Therapist to join our team! This unique, split role offers the opportunity to provide traditional outpatient therapy while becoming a specialized practitioner in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)—an evidence-based treatment for young children (ages 2–7) experiencing behavioral and emotional challenges. If you are passionate about clinical excellence, collaborative family care, and program development, this role offers a powerful pathway to make a meaningful community impact.
Responsibilities Include:
- Provide Dual-Focus Care: Balance a clinical caseload splitting time between general outpatient therapy and specialized PCIT cases
- Empower Families: Partner closely with individuals, young children, and their families to strengthen relationships, manage behaviors, and achieve therapeutic goals
- Deliver Evidence-Based Treatment: Use specialized PCIT techniques to support children struggling with frequent tantrums, aggression, defiance, or emotional regulation difficulties
- Drive Innovation: Active participation in program development and the evolution of our outpatient clinic services
Our Exceptional Benefits:
- Generous paid time off
- 3-6 weeks’ vacation, 7 sick days and 11 paid holidays each year
Employee Health and Wellness:
- Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage (Reimbursements for fitness, weight loss, holistic health programs)
- No cost employee assistance program
- Voluntary employee focused wellness programs
Retirement and financial Planning:
- Company matching 403b and no cost retirement consulting
- Company paid for life Insurance and long-term disability
- Public service loan forgiveness
- Insurance including accident, hospital indemnity, supplemental Life
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement: Includes licensure fees, professional memberships
…and much more!
Desired Qualifications:
- Master's degree in social work or related field
- License Eligible (LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, LPCA, LMFT -A)
Salary/Hourly Rate: $60,000 - $66,000 per year
Inclusivity and Non-Discrimination Statement:
NAFI Connecticut, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other federal, state or local protected class. Inclusivity and removing barriers are important to us. We are passionate about instilling a sense of belonging, celebrating diverse perspectives, and offering equal opportunities for employees to contribute and grow. We encourage members of underrepresented or marginalized communities and all those that share in these beliefs to apply.
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Salary : $60,000 - $66,000