Bilingual Clinician MDFT

Wheeler Clinic; New Haven (CT); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

403(b) Plan with employer contribution

Education reimbursement program

Paid time off

Job summary

Wheeler Clinic is seeking a Multi-Dimensional Family Therapy Clinician to deliver in-home, model-adherent clinical care to adolescents with substance use and behavioral issues, and their families. Position includes MDFT certification, licensure hours, and supervision experiences, with a $3,000 sign-on bonus (half paid on hire, half at one year).

The role requires bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English, with a hybrid schedule across Waterbury, New Haven and New Britain, CT, including remote

Qualifications

• Must hold LMSW, LCSW, LMFTA, LMFT, LPCA, LPC or licensed or license eligible psychologist.
• Education in Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Social Work or Psychology is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides model adherent intensive in-home clinical treatment to adolescents and families.
• Completes clinical documentation and safety planning; triages emergencies.
• Works with internal and external providers and conducts in-home, remote and community visits.
• Participates in wraparound services with the family and on-call rotations.

Education

Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Social Work and Doctorate in Psychology

Job description

Wheeler's vision is that all people will have the opportunity to grow, change and live healthier, productive lives. Our mission is to provide equitable access to innovative care that improves health, recovery and growth at all stages of life.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Multi-Dimensional Family Therapy Clinician provides model adherent intensive in-home clinical treatment to adolescents with substance abuse and delinquent behaviors and their families. The MDFT Clinician will go through the MDFT certification process, obtain licensure clinical and supervision hours and obtain experience in the adolescent, parent and family clinical realm.

$3,000 Sign-On Bonus! Half paid upon hire and half paid at one year of service

Bilingual Requirement

• Per the current needs of the program, this position is Bilingual required - Bilingual in Spanish and English. Additional Bilingual Stipend Available!

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Social Work and Doctorate in Psychology.
• Must hold one of the following credentials to start a position: LMSW, LCSW, LMFTA, LMFT, LPCA, LPC or licensed or license eligible psychologist. Please note that you can apply prior to receiving the above credentials.

LOCATION

Waterbury, New Haven and New Britain, CT. Position is currently being offered as a hybrid schedule with remote and in-home sessions

SCHEDULE

Flexible full time schedule

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Wheeler Clinic offers access to a comprehensive array of benefits, including:

For Good Health

• Anthem Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA), with company contribution
• Wellness Programs
• Free annual flu shots
• For a Secure Future
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
• For Retirement
• 403(b) Plan, with clinic contributions of 4% after one year of service for eligible employees
• For Career Advancement
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Training and development opportunities , including supervision towards licensure
• Free access to CEU’s and resources from The Connecticut Clearinghouse
• Reimbursement for licensure fees
• For Work Life Balance
• Generous paid time off, including;
• 15 vacation days per year
• 8 sick days
• 2 personal days per year
• 2 floating holidays
• 9 Paid company holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Free and confidential counseling
• Employee discounts on cell phone services
• Miscellaneous
• Eligible to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• Referral program
• Monthly mileage reimbursement for in-home/community traveling
• staff appreciation bags

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Completes clinical documentation.
• Provides triages for clinical emergencies and aligns with identified safety plan.
• Works collaboratively with internal and external providers.
• Meets with families based on model expectations.
• Provides service in the office, remote and/or community settings outside of the office (e.g., homes, schools, hospitals, institutions, other community locations) as defined by the program. May transport clients to appointments or linkages as appropriate.
• Work in a team to provide wrap around services to the family both clinical and case management.
• Participate in on-call rotation with teammates to support clients/families in times of crisis.

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Wheeler Clinic is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.