Bilingual Clinician I - full-time -1st shift - Mon-Fri

Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc. (CMHA); New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 57,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Clinician to join their Multi-Dimensional Family Therapy team. This role offers the opportunity to provide vital support to youth and families dealing with substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. As a key member of the treatment team, you will engage in meaningful therapeutic relationships, develop client-centered treatment plans, and manage crises effectively. With a strong emphasis on professional development and internal mobility, this organization fosters a supportive environment where your contributions can lead to significant community impact. If you are passionate about mental health and recovery, this position could be your next great opportunity.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

403(b) retirement savings plan with matching

11 observed holidays

3 Wellbeing days off

Up to 24 days of PTO

Paid agency closure between Christmas and New Year’s

Company paid Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Higher education tuition discounts

Free ongoing professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in behavioral health required.
• Clinician I must be license eligible; Clinician II must have CT license.

Responsibilities

• Develop therapeutic relationships through assessment and therapy.
• Manage emergency situations and maintain documentation.

Skills

Therapeutic relationship development

Crisis management

Clinical assessment

Individual and group therapy

Client-centered treatment planning

Education

Master’s degree in behavioral health

License eligibility for Clinician I

CT license for Clinician II

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook)

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system

Job description

Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc. (CMHA) is a private non-profit treatment provider headquartered in New Britain, with seven locations throughout the city and in Waterbury. We partner with clients and the community to promote recovery from mental illness and substance use, treating more than 7,500 adults and children each year. CMHA is Connecticut’s first fully Joint Commission accredited Behavioral Health Home and is a SAMHSA Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). Visit cmhacc.org to learn more.

Internal mobility and career pathing is a focus at CMHA with many employees growing from individual contributors to leaders.

CMHA is looking to hire a full-time 40 hours per week Clinician. This position will be in New Britain, CT (Mon-Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm).

Compensation: $57k minimum to $76k maximum per year.

Starting salary will be determined based on relevant years of experience.

Clinician I is eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus paid in 2 installments, after 6 months of employment and 1 year of employment completion.

Position Summary: Serve as a key member of the Multi-Dimensional Family Therapy (MDFT) treatment team, which will provide treatment for youth/young adults and parents with substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. Services include substance abuse/mental health screening, brief counseling, Multi-Disciplinary Family Therapy (MDFT), Medication Assisted Treatment, case management and recovery support services, and substance abuse/tobacco cessation and prevention groups. Provide in-home or office-based MDFT in coordination with other agency and community services and documentation of services required by program policies and funding sources.

Responsibilities:

• Develops and maintains recovery-oriented therapeutic relationships with individuals through ongoing assessment, individual and group therapy, both onsite and in the community.
• Maintains all training and certifications as required by program model.
• Collaborates with client, team, and natural supports to develop client-centered treatment plans.
• Manages emergency and crisis situations both on-site and in the community.
• Acts in accordance with mandated reporting laws.
• Completes assessment tools, integrates pertinent information to establish diagnoses, and analyzes data to create clinical formulation within designated timeframe.
• Completes documentation within designated timeframes as established by CMHA and external regulatory agencies.
• Acts in accordance with program and agency regulatory bodies, including but not limited to: state, federal, Joint Commission, DCF, and DMHAS.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in behavioral health (psychology, social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy or alcohol and drug counseling).
• Clinician I must be license eligible.
• Clinician II must have a CT license as an LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Ph.D.
• Valid DMV License.
• Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Beginner to intermediate experience with Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook.
• Experience in an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

We care about our employees by offering benefits that strike a harmonious work-life balance. We also care about your future. CMHA offers:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance packages
• 403(b)-retirement savings plan with CMHA matching starting after 1 year of service
• 11 observed holidays
• 3 Wellbeing days off on a Friday throughout the year to extend a long weekend
• 2 CMHA/Personal days to use throughout the calendar year
• Up to 24 days of PTO that increases with years of service
• Paid agency closure between Christmas and New Year’s (except 24/7 programs) *must be approved annually
• Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that offers counseling, coaching, and wellness resources for staff as well as members of their household
• Higher education tuition discounts at participating schools through the Alliance’s academic partnerships
• Free ongoing professional development opportunities and continuous access to Continuing Education Units (CEUs), featuring comprehensive training in Evidence-Based Practices, such as EMDR, DBT, and CBT.
• Employee discounts for shopping, the New Britain YMCA, travel, and entertainment
• Free employee subscriptions to the Calm app
• Annual Company Picnic
• CMHA-sponsored Loan Reimbursement Program and Scholarship Program

Free Student Loan Wellness for eligible employees and their family members access to:

• Student loan consolidation and refinancing
• Coaching and support via chat, email, and phone
• College cost calculator
• College financial planning
• 3 NHSC-approved sites for federal student loan repayment

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Enhancement for eligible employees' access to:

• Automated Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) form management for past and present employers
• Automated reminders for annual (PSLF) recertifications to help you stay on track
• Resources and ongoing communications that make PSLF understandable
• The opportunity to receive the national average of $72,000.00 in forgiveness

Community Mental Health Affiliates is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification or as otherwise permitted or required by law, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical condition including by not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

Any individual needing assistance in completing an online application should contact CMHA's Human Resources Department at [e-mail].

Services, Appointments & Referrals: [phone] | Administration: [phone] | Crisis Line: [phone] | Medical Records Direct Line: [phone] | Medical Records Fax: [phone] | Media Inquiries: [phone] x1692