Bilingual Clinician

COMMUNICARE INC; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 76,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

CommuniCare is seeking a Bilingual Clinician to advance culturally competent behavioral health care for Latino communities in Connecticut. This full-time role supports monolingual Spanish-speaking clients through clinical assessment, treatment planning, care coordination, and community-based services across our partner sites.

Candidates must reside in Connecticut, hold a Master’s in Social Work and CT LCSW licensure with at least two years of experience, and be fluent in English and Spanish to

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work and CT LCSW licensure with minimum two years' clinical experience.
• Fluency in English and Spanish to provide bilingual clinical services.
• Experience with culturally diverse populations, especially Latino communities.
• Strong knowledge of behavioral health assessment, treatment planning, care coordination, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience supervising or mentoring staff is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and individual, family, and group therapy in community-based and partner settings.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans with clients, families, and providers.
• Serve as liaison among clients, families, treatment teams, and community resources.
• Provide supervision and scheduling oversight for the Bilingual Community Health Worker.
• Support program development, workflow improvement, and performance monitoring with leadership.
• Maintain timely clinical documentation and compliance with agency/regulatory requirements.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Clinical assessment

Care coordination

Regulatory compliance

Supervision/mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Connecticut LCSW licensure

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: 85 Willow Street, New Haven, CT - New Haven, CT 06511Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Graduate DegreeSalary Range: $76,000.00 - $94,000.00 SalaryAt CommuniCare, we believe everyone deserves access to high-quality, culturally responsive behavioral health care. Our team is dedicated to supporting individuals and families through compassionate, person-centered services that promote wellness, recovery, and community connection.

We are seeking a Bilingual Clinician who is passionate about improving behavioral health outcomes within Latino communities and providing culturally competent clinical care. This position supports monolingual Spanish-speaking clients through clinical assessment, treatment, care coordination, and community-based behavioral health services.

Candidates must reside in Connecticut to be eligible for this position.

This position will work across the clinical sites of our partners at BHcare and Bridges Healthcare.

What You Will Do

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, individual, family, and group therapy services in community-based and partner organization settings.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans while collaborating with consumers, families, and community providers.
• Serve as a liaison between clients, families, treatment teams, and community resources to promote engagement and continuity of care.
• Provide supervision, guidance, and scheduling oversight for the Bilingual Community Health Worker.
• Partner with leadership and quality teams to support program development, workflow improvement, performance monitoring, and service delivery goals.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation, authorizations, treatment plans, and progress notes in compliance with agency and regulatory requirements.

What You Will Bring

• Master's degree in Social Work and current Connecticut LCSW licensure, with a minimum of two years of clinical experience serving individuals with serious and persistent mental health conditions.
• Fluency in English and Spanish, with the ability to provide clinical assessments, treatment, and counseling services in both languages.
• Experience working with culturally diverse populations, preferably within Latino communities, and a commitment to culturally responsive care.
• Strong knowledge of behavioral health assessment, treatment planning, care coordination, clinical documentation, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Supervisory, mentoring, program coordination, or community-based behavioral health experience preferred, including supporting staff development and service delivery initiatives.

Why Work at Communicare

• Make a meaningful impact by expanding access to behavioral health services for underserved communities.
• Join a mission-driven organization committed to culturally responsive and equitable care.
• Collaborate with an experienced and supportive multidisciplinary team.
• Opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and ongoing training.
• Work in a role that combines direct clinical care, community engagement, and program leadership.

What We Offer

CommuniCare offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

• Medical and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Professional development opportunities