Bilingual Clinician, Community Schools

Clifford Beers Community Care Center; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Clifford Beers Community Care Center seeks a Bilingual Clinician to provide comprehensive assessment, crisis intervention, and psychotherapy to children and families. Services to be delivered in English and Spanish to support equitable access to care for the populations served by CBCCC.

Under general supervision, the clinician will conduct biopsychosocial assessments, develop treatment plans, coordinate care, and collaborate with schools and medical providers while maintaining documentation in

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a Mental Health Discipline.
• Experience with early childhood and working within a school preferred.
• Fluency in English and Spanish required and bilingual proficiency assessment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake interviews and complete biopsychosocial assessments.
• Provide short-term and long-term individual, family, and group psychotherapy.
• Deliver services in English and Spanish, including crisis intervention and safety planning.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary staff to review and modify treatment plans.
• Provide case management and coordinate community resources.
• Maintain timely documentation in the electronic medical record.

Education

Master’s Degree in a Mental Health Discipline

Job description

EMPLOYER INFORMATIONClifford Beers Community Care Center (CBCCC) is a mental health clinic serving children and families. Our mission is to provide integrated services addressing mental, physical, and social determinants in order to improve health, resiliency and quality of life for children, families and communities.PURPOSEUnder general supervision, the Bilingual Clinician is responsible for providing comprehensive assessment, crisis intervention, psychotherapy, case management, and care coordination services to children and families. This position is designated as bilingual and requires the ability to provide clinical services in both English and Spanish to support equitable access to care for the populations served by CBCCC.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESConduct intake interviews and complete comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments.Develop preliminary clinical assessments and DSM diagnoses, as appropriate.Provide short-term and long-term individual, family, and group psychotherapy utilizing evidence-based treatment modalities.Deliver services in both English and Spanish, including conducting assessments, therapy sessions, crisis intervention, safety planning, and care coordination.Translate clinical concepts accurately while maintaining professional standards and confidentiality.Collaborate regularly with multidisciplinary staff to develop, review, and modify treatment plans.Provide case management and coordinate community resources to meet client needs.Respond to clinical crises and emergency situations as needed.Serve as a liaison between clients, families, schools, medical providers, and community agencies.Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and in-service trainings.Provide leadership on peer groups, committees, and specialized teams as assigned.Complete timely, accurate, and thorough documentation in the electronic medical record.Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.TRAVELThis role may require travel throughout the Greater New Haven area each dayAttendance at occasional in-home sessions, school-based meetings, report card conferences, and community events may be required based on client and program needs. While clinician schedules are primarily aligned with school hours to support the clinical needs of the school community from opening to closing, flexibility may occasionally be required to support after-school family engagement activities, conferences, or other school/community-related events.ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONSIndoors, Environmentally controlledClose Physical Proximity to coworkersCOMPETENCIES:Must demonstrate the following competencies:Diversity and InclusionFoster an environment in which all members of the CBCCC community, from staff to partners and clients, are treated equitably and are able to contribute fully and meaningfully to the mission of CBCCC. Employees must make every effort to:Treat others with respectPractice cultural humilityElicit and welcome different points of viewIntegrityAct ethically with honesty and consistency regardless of the situation. Employees must make every effort to:Be accountable for his or her own actionsMake decisions based on what is better for the families and employeesBuild and maintain trust among co-workers and our familiesUphold honesty in all actionsExcellenceCommitment to deliver outstanding practices in both managing the organization, service delivery, and collaborating with partners. Employees must make every effort to:Utilize data and research to provide the highest quality of careRegularly participate in professional development to stay abreast of most recent and progressive practicesPromote continuous quality assessment and improvementCommunication:The ability to express oneself clearly and professionally both in writing, conversations, and in nonverbal communication with others. Employees must make every effort to:Oral CommunicationSpeak clearly and in an organized manner that can be easily understoodExpress ideas concisely and respectfullySummarize or paraphrase his/her understanding of what others have said to verify understanding and prevent miscommunicationHold themselves accountable for pitch, speed, tone and volume of voice while speakingShow understanding of professional and cultural implications of body posture, stance, gestures, proximity to listener, facial expressions and appearanceWritten CommunicationWrite clear and concise sentences devoid of grammatical and spelling errorsTailor writing style to the audience of the messageWrite in a respectful and tactful mannerAAP StatementClifford Beers Community Care Center (CBCCC), is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation, and Gender Identity or Expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.EDUCATIONMaster’s Degree in a Mental Health DisciplineExperience with early childhood and working within a school preferred.EXPERIENCEFluency in both English and Spanish is required.Candidates must successfully demonstrate bilingual proficiency through CBCCC's approved language proficiency assessment prior to employment.Experience providing behavioral health services to bilingual and multicultural populations preferred.Valid Connecticut driver's license and reliable transportation required.LICENSUREConnecticut clinical licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or Psychologist) preferred.SKILLSMust exhibit knowledge and or proven ability in delivering developmentally appropriate services according to the program being supported, while demonstrating the following skills:Must demonstrate proficiency in the following:Ability to provide clinical assessments, psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and case management services in both English and Spanish.Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients, families, schools, medical providers, and community partners in both languages.Ability to document services accurately and timely within the Electronic Medical Record.Ability to conduct screenings, evaluations, and formulate DSM diagnoses.Ability to develop measurable, individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and families.Ability to coordinate referrals and community resources.Ability to triage behavioral health emergencies.Ability to utilize evidence-based and trauma-informed practices.Knowledge of school systems and multidisciplinary collaboration.Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a school-based behavioral health setting.PHYSICAL ABILITIES20% of the time is spent making repetitive motions.30% of the time spent sitting.20% walking, bending, standing, stooping, crouching or kneeling.30% of the time is spent using hands to type, write, or use controlsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions