Clinician - Sierra - Enhanced Forensic Respite Bed (New Haven)

Program: Sierra Enhanced Forensic Respite Beds (Sierra - EFRB)

Position: Clinician

Location: New Haven

Salary: $65,000-$70,000/year

Schedule: Full Time, 40 hours, 1st shift, Monday-Friday, with flexibility to meet the needs of the program.

The Connection’s Sierra EFRB Program has an opening for a Master’s Level Clinician who will provide outpatient competency restoration, individual and group clinical services for adult, justice-involved males with a primary mental health diagnosis.

Why work with us?

• Supportive Environment: We genuinely care about our employees’ well-being and professional growth. We provide a supportive and inclusive work environment where you will feel valued and empowered. Our team culture is built on collaboration, open communication, and a shared commitment to excellence.
• Growth is in our DNA: We believe in a culture of learning and growth. Our clinicians are provided weekly 1:1 clinical supervision to promote meaningful learning experiences.
• Our team has access to a wide selection of clinical training through our internal training institute and outside partners to stay up to date with the latest research and best practices to enhance your clinical approach.
• Following initial licensing fees, yearly renewal fee reimbursement is provided
• Make an Impact: As an innovative change maker, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of mental health care. Your expertise and passion will contribute to programs and interventions that have the potential to transform lives. Join us in making a lasting impact on individuals, families, and communities.

Program Summary:

During their 3–6-month length of stay in this congregate care setting, pre-trial adult males with a primary mental health diagnosis are provided with supervision, psycho-educational and skill-building services to support them in re-entering the community after a period of incarceration. The goal is to reduce recidivism through establishing positive behavioral change and pro-social community connectivity.

Position Summary:

The Sierra EFRB Clinician will provide outpatient competency restoration assessments, individual and group clinical services for adult, justice-involved males with a primary mental health diagnosis in a community-based, congregate living setting.

This position is based at The Connection: 48 Howe Street in New Haven. The Clinician is part of the Sierra EFRB Program Leadership Team and works collaboratively with funders, referring agents, medical and clinical providers to establish wrap-around services and reduce recidivism among the justice involved population. The team also provides referrals to employment, housing, and educational services in the community on behalf of clients.

If you are interested in helping people effect change in their lives, come join a team of dedicated and passionate change makers at The Connection Center for Behavioral Health.

Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in a related field and eligibility for licensure (LMSW, LCSW, LPC-A, LPC, LMFT-A, LMFT)
• 1-year related experience
• Valid Connecticut Driver’s License

Orientation:

If selected for employment with The Connection, newly hired employees will be required to attend a mandatory New Hire Orientation that will be scheduled upon hire.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision benefits are offered along with other additional voluntary coverages with full time employment
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution
• Company paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance with full time employment
• Paid time off (vacation, personal and sick) with full time employment
• 12 paid holidays

The Connection is a statewide human services and community development agency that provides unique solutions to the problems of homelessness, mental illness, substance use, improving child welfare and community justice rehabilitation. For additional information, visit www.theconnectioninc.org.

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Salary : $65,000 - $70,000