Clinician-Extended Day Treatment

The Youth Counselor; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Top Workplace Award

Job summary

The Village seeks a clinician to deliver direct services in office, school, or community settings in Greater Hartford. You will conduct assessments, determine DSM diagnoses with supervision when needed, and develop treatment plans for children, adults, and families.

Responsibilities include implementing plans, coordinating discharge linked to community resources, and maintaining HIPAA-compliant documentation while meeting productivity targets.

Qualifications

• Must have MSW or equivalent and postgrad clinical experience.
• Clinical degree in social work, psychology, or related licensed-eligible field.
• LMSW or licensed-eligible status required for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical services in office, school, or other settings.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Implement plans, monitor progress, and adjust as needed.
• Coordinate discharge planning and linkages to community services.
• Complete required documentation in HIPAA-compliant system.
• Maintain productivity targets and collaborate with staff.

Education

MSW or equivalent

Clinical degree in social work or psychology

LMSW or licensed eligible

Job description

The Village was one of the first agencies in the country to provide homes for neglected children. Today, we continue to achieve our mission “to build a community of strong, healthy families who protect and nurture children” by providing a full range of behavioral health, early childhood and youth development, substance use treatment and support services for children, adults and families in the Greater Hartford, Connecticut region.

Named a Connecticut Top Workplace for seven consecutive years with national distinction for workplace culture and diversity, equity and inclusion practices, you can be sure you’re joining an organization that’s just as committed to your success as we are to those we serve.

Salary: $60,000 annually

Sign on Bonus! $2,000!

Extended Day Treatment (EDT) is a therapeutically intensive program that supports children in developing and practicing social and coping skills that will help them to be more successful in their schools, homes and communities. During the 6-month program, children work on individualized goals and build skills in daily peer groups. They develop conflict resolution skills and learn to express their feelings in healthy, productive ways. Family involvement is critical. Families receive support in connecting with schools and the community to identify opportunities and build a foundation for success. Group, individual and family therapy, case management and medication management is also provided as needed.

The Clinician provides direct services to clients, in the office, school, or other identified setting to meet the unique needs of families served. Unlicensed clinicians are hired prior to obtaining their license to practice as mental health practitioners (i.e. psychology, social work, LMFT, LPC, LADC). Unlicensed clinicians will receive supervision by a licensed clinician and may be offered training opportunities. When eligible, all unlicensed clinicians are expected to obtain licensure in order to be considered for ongoing employment at The Village.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct services may include, but not limited to:
  • Conducts comprehensive clinical assessments and engagement.
  • Determines DSM V Diagnosis in consultation with Supervisor andMedical Director or designated Psychiatrist, as needed.
  • Develops treatment plans and contracts for services.
  • Implements treatment plans, modifying it as appropriate during treatment.
  • Discharge planning, which may include linkages to communitysupport services.
  • Provides case management services.
  • Completes clinical documentation required by agency andprogram policies, HIPAA regulations, and funding sources.
  • Maintains productivity targets determined by service.
• Participates and presents in Peer Consultation and QualityAssurance Reviews.
• Fosters collaboration with other clinical and administrative staffto respond to client and programmatic needs, including theimplementation of agency policies, procedures, and initiatives.
• Partners with other programs or clinical staff to identify anddevelop approaches to address clients’ unmet needs or service gaps.
• Acquires and maintains the needed skills in evidenced based modelsthat the agency/program ascribes to.
• Partners with Supervisor to identify and develop plans forprofessional growth.
• Contributes to program functioning by assuming responsibility forspecial tasks or leadership in special projects as appropriate.
• Contributes to agency organizational life by participating inagency wide task forces, committees, or problem-solving teams as appropriate.
• Contributes to agency visibility and development of communitylinkages by representing the Village in community groups or committees.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Experience and Skills

EDUCATION

• MSW or equivalent required with a minimum of 3 years’ postgraduate clinical experience preferred
• Clinical degree in social work, psychology, or other licensed-eligible counseling degree
• LMSW or equivalent required and licensed eligible

EXPEREINCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to function independently and be able to seek guidance when necessary
• Strong diagnostic, assessment and treatment skills for individual, family and group therapy
• Extensive experience working with culturally diverse urban populations, a wide age range, and a variety of clinical presentations; Cultural competency to serve a diverse population
• Knowledge of behavioral health, child welfare systems, and community resources
• Ability to write professional/clinical reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
• Knowledge of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM IV)
• Good knowledge of a variety of therapeutic interventions andmodels emphasizing empirically validated interventions
• Skill to maintain a professional, confidential work environment
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at one time in an efficient manner
• Ability to relate to children and families in a positive manner
• Ability to establish and maintain appropriate boundaries with children and families
• Good organizational and communication skills

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/