Clinician I or II - full-time - 1st shift - Mon-Fri

Community Mental Health Affiliates; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health provider in Connecticut is seeking full-time Clinicians I and II to deliver vital clinical services in a collaborative environment. The role will involve assessment, therapy, and crisis intervention for clients in both onsite and community settings. Comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plan with matching

Professional development

Employee discounts

Public Service Loan Forgiveness support

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or alcohol and drug counseling.
• Clinician I must be license eligible; Clinician II must hold a CT license.
• Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships through assessment and therapy.
• Complete assessments, diagnoses, and clinical documentation.
• Manage emergency and crisis situations.

Skills

Assessment

Crisis intervention

Therapy

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in behavioral health fields

CT license as LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Ph.D.

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems

Job description

Position: Clinician I or II - full-time - 1st shift - Mon-Fri

Location: 255 Bank St, Waterbury, CT

Job Id: 176

# of Openings: 1

Why CMHA?

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

Internal mobility and career growth are emphasized at CMHA, with many employees advancing from individual contributors to leadership roles.

We are hiring a full-time Clinician (40 hours/week) based in Waterbury and New Britain, CT, working Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.

Compensation:

Clinician I: Starting at $57,000 annually, eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Clinician II: Starting at $68,500 annually, eligible for a $7,000 sign-on bonus.

Compensation is determined based on experience, education, skills, and internal pay equity, considering benefits and paid time off for a comprehensive package.

Position Summary: Provides direct clinical services including assessment, home and community-based services, outreach, case and care management, therapy, and crisis intervention, collaborating with team members and community providers.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships through assessment and therapy both onsite and in the community.
• Maintain required training and certifications.
• Collaborate with clients, team, and supports to develop treatment plans.
• Manage emergency and crisis situations.
• Follow mandated reporting laws.
• Complete assessments, diagnoses, and clinical documentation within designated timeframes.
• Adhere to regulatory standards including state, federal, Joint Commission, DCF, and DMHAS.

Requirements:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan with matching, paid holidays, PTO, professional development, and employee discounts. Additional benefits include student loan wellness programs and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) support.

Community Mental Health Affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For assistance with your application, contact [e-mail].

Contact Information:

Services, Appointments & Referrals: [phone]

Administration: [phone]

Crisis Line: [phone]

Medical Records Direct Line: [phone]

Medical Records Fax: [phone]

Media Inquiries: [phone] x1692