Clinician I - Child Guidance Center

Priority Dispatch Corp.; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Life Insurance

CEU access

Wellbeing days

Job summary

Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc. is hiring a full-time Clinician I for the Child Guidance Center Program located at 233 Main St., New Britain, CT 06051. The workweek is typically Monday–Friday with one Saturday per month, and modest scheduling flexibility to support client care.

The position offers an annual starting salary of $57,000 with a $5,000 sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based assessments and treatment to

Qualifications

• Maintains trainings and certifications as required by the program model.
• Performs timely intake assessments and supports diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Applies evidence-based practices in individual, family, and group treatment.

Responsibilities

• Maintains trainings/certifications as required by program model.
• Completes documentation within designated timeframes per CMHA and regulatory agencies.
• Performs comprehensive intake assessments with diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
• Develops client goals with measurable objectives and monitors progress.
• Collaborates with providers and responds to crisis situations promptly.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Team collaboration

Job description

Why CMHA?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 Clinician I for our Child Guidance Center Program. This position will be located at 233 Main St. New Britain, CT 06051. Monday- Friday typically 9:00am-5:00pm with one day 11:00am-7:00pm, and one Saturday per month 9:00am-1:00pmCompensation Range:Clinician I - The annual salary range for this position starts at $57,000.Clinician I are eligible for a 5,000k sign-on ($2,500 at 6mths, and $2,500 at 12mths)Compensation for each position is determined not only by years of relevant experience, education, and skills, but also by maintaining internal pay equity. CMHA also takes into consideration our benefits and paid time off package to provide a well-rounded and competitive approach to the applicant’s overall compensation.Position Summary:Serves as an active part of a multidisciplinary team that provides assessment and therapeutic services to adults, children and/or adolescents who present with a wide range of significant behavioral health needs. Treatment is aimed at assisting individuals and/or families by helping them develop the skills necessary to improve their quality of life.Essential Responsibilities and Target Outcomes:Maintains all trainings and certifications as required by program model.Completes documentation within designated timeframes as established by CMHA and external regulatory agencies.Performs comprehensive intake assessment that results in diagnosis and recommendations for psychiatric and substance abuse treatment for adults and/or children.Completes assessment tools, integrates pertinent information to establish diagnosis, and analyzes data to create clinical formulation within designated timeframe.Performs individual, family and/or group treatment utilizing evidence-based practices to facilitate positive strength‐based change.Develops achievable goals with client, with measurable and behavioral objectives within designated timeframes. Monitors treatment progress and provide updates within identified timeframes and as clinically indicated.Collaborates with other providers by providing all pertinent clinical information in a timely manner.Responds to crisis situations and triages appropriately, communicating clearly with internal and external providers/stakeholders to meet presenting client needs.Provides referrals and linkage to community and internal resources as necessary to address client need.Completes documentation within designated timeframes as established by CMHA and external regulatory agencies.Secures reimbursement for services rendered by submitting accurate documentation in a timely manner.Adheres to all state, federal, Joint Commission and other oversight regulations.Performs other related duties as assigned.Requirements:Clinician I: Must have associates license (MFTA, PCA, LMSW); Must be eligible for LCSW, LMFT, LPCWill be certified in MANDT, first aid, and CPRBi-lingual preferred (Spanish/English)Valid Drivers’ License and automobile insurance and access to personal vehicle during business hoursWe 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 CHMA/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 Wellable 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.Loan payoff projection dashboard.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 Equal Opportunity Employer except in the case of a bon fide occupation qualification or as otherwise permitted or required by law, does not discriminate of the basis of race, color, age, disability, sec, 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 familiar 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 completing an online application should contact CMHA's Human Resources Department at [e-mail].