Behavioral Health Support Specialist

Hartford HealthCare; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Generous paid time off with holidays

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare Rushford Center is seeking an engaged clinician assistant to support licensed clinicians in delivering coordinated services for adults with mental health and/or substance use issues. You will co-lead therapy groups, assist in case management, and ensure continuity of care for clients across treatment plans.

The role requires the ability to perform safety checks, coordinate referrals, and participate in team meetings.

Qualifications

• Associates in Drug and Alcohol Recovery Counseling (DARC), Human Services, or related field.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field is preferred.
• Two (2) years of experience in a behavioral health or substance abuse setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of Alcoholics (or Narcotics) Anonymous 12-Step Program is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Valid CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) & First Aid training certifications are preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) required (for Latino Program only)

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care, under supervision of a licensed clinician, by co-leading therapy groups and performing assigned case management activities to assist in achieving client outcomes.
• Implements behavioral management plans and supports adherence to the plan, with counseling to patients/families as needed.
• Performs safety checks, monitors floor activities, conducts intakes and searches, and manages potentially dangerous items per policy.
• Monitors medication self-administration, assists with medication management, maintains paperwork, and coordinates with nursing and medical staff.
• Observes client responses and communicates with the Treatment Team to adjust the Treatment Plan as needed.
• Leverages community resources and makes referrals to support post-discharge care.
• Assists with transportation for program attendance and required components of the Treatment Plan.
• Participates in treatment conferences, staff meetings, and trainings to ensure high-quality client care.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

CPR CPI First Aid

Valid driver’s license

12-Step knowledge

Education

Associates in DARC or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work/Psychology or related field

Job description

Hartford HealthCare Rushford Center is seeking an engaged clinician assistant to support licensed clinicians in delivering coordinated services for adults with mental health and/or substance use issues. You will co-lead therapy groups, assist in case management, and ensure continuity of care for clients across treatment plans.

The role requires the ability to perform safety checks, coordinate referrals, and participate in team meetings.