Clinician - ECC

The Village for Families & Children; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Loan repayment options

Clinical supervision and development

Job summary

The Village for Families & Children in Hartford, CT is seeking a licensed-eligible clinician to deliver direct therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and families in office, school, home, and community settings. The role supports ongoing supervision and enables pursuing independent licensure for career growth.

Responsibilities include clinical assessments, DSM-5 diagnoses under supervision, and delivering trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions with a focus on family stability and

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) or equivalent clinical graduate degree required.
• Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, MFT, or license-eligible behavioral health discipline.
• LMSW or equivalent license-eligible credential required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and school-based therapy.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and engagement activities.
• Develop DSM-5 diagnoses in consultation with supervisors and psychiatric staff when appropriate.
• Create, implement, and revise individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based treatment interventions.
• Provide parent skills training, crisis intervention, and risk assessments.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Assessment skills

Treatment skills

Cultural competency

Communication skills

Education

MSW or equivalent

Degree in Social Work or related field

LMSW or license-eligible credential

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Hartford, CT Make a Difference. Build Stronger Families. Transform Lives.

The Village for Families & Children Hartford, CT Make a Difference. Build Stronger Families. Transform Lives. Are you a dedicated Social Worker or aspiring behavioral health professional ready to make a meaningful impact? At The Village, your passion meets purpose. Whether you're a seasoned licensed clinician or working toward professional licensure, we offer rewarding opportunities to grow, learn, and thrive while helping children and families build brighter futures. Join a mission-driven organization where collaboration, innovation, and compassion are at the heart of everything we do.

About The Village

The Village was one of the first agencies in the country to provide homes for neglected children. Today, we continue our mission to build a community of strong, healthy families who protect and nurture children by providing behavioral health, early childhood, youth development, substance use treatment, and family support services throughout the Greater Hartford region. Named a Connecticut Top Workplace for multiple consecutive years and nationally recognized for workplace culture and diversity, equity, and inclusion practices, The Village is committed to supporting the success and well-being of both our employees and the communities we serve.

Learn more: https://thevillage.org/careers/

Compensation & Benefits

Licensed Eligible Clinician

Starting Salary: $54,000- Unlicenesed Clincian

Starting Salary: $67,200 - Licensed Clinician

In Addition, Eligible Employees May Receive

• $3,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Incentive compensation opportunities
• Loan repayment program options
• Clinical supervision and professional development support
• Training in evidence-based treatment models
• Growth and advancement opportunities

Position Summary

The Clinician provides direct therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and families in office, school, home, and community-based settings. Services are designed to address a wide range of clinical and behavioral health needs while supporting family stability and child well-being. Licensed-eligible clinicians receive ongoing supervision from licensed professionals and are expected to pursue and obtain independent licensure as a condition of continued professional growth and employment with The Village.

What You'll Do

Clinical Services

• Provide individual, family, and school-based therapy.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and engagement activities.
• Develop DSM-5 diagnoses in consultation with supervisors and psychiatric staff when appropriate.
• Create, implement, and revise individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based treatment interventions.
• Provide parent skills training, crisis intervention, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate discharge planning and community referrals.
• Deliver case management and advocacy services.

Collaboration & Documentation

• Work collaboratively with DCF, schools, primary care providers, and community partners.
• Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
• Complete all required clinical documentation in accordance with licensing, accreditation, HIPAA, Medicaid, DCF, and agency standards.
• Maintain productivity expectations and client contact targets.
• Participate in peer consultation, quality assurance reviews, clinical rounds, and supervision.

Professional Development

• Participate in weekly individual and group supervision.
• Complete training and implementation of evidence-based treatment models.
• Partner with supervisors to identify professional growth opportunities.
• Participate in agency committees, task forces, special projects, and community partnerships.

Required Experience

Education Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) or equivalent clinical graduate degree required.
• Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or another license-eligible behavioral health discipline.
• LMSW or equivalent license-eligible credential required.
• Minimum of three years of post-graduate clinical experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong diagnostic, assessment, and treatment skills.
• Experience providing individual, family, and group therapy.
• Knowledge of mental health systems, child welfare systems, and community resources.
• Experience working with culturally diverse populations across a broad age range.
• Demonstrated cultural competency and commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and web-based applications.
• Knowledge of evidence-based treatment approaches.

Why Join The Village?

At The Village, you'll find more than a job. You'll find a supportive community of professionals dedicated to helping children and families succeed. We invest in our employees through clinical supervision, evidence-based training, professional development, and opportunities for career advancement. If you're passionate about improving lives, strengthening families, and creating lasting change in your community, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits

Our benefits package supports your whole life with comprehensive health coverage, generous paid time off, and employer matched retirement savings. We also invest in your growth through tuition assistance (Loan Forgiveness Program - NHSC, tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment). https://thevillage.org/careers/our-benefits/