Clinician, Outpatient

Clifford Beers Community Care Center; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Clifford Beers Community Care Center (CBCCC) in New Haven, CT, seeks a Clinician to deliver comprehensive therapeutic services to clients aged 3–24, and coordinate resources for families. Responsibilities include biopsychosocial assessments, family goals, therapy, and case management, with collaboration across school and community partners.

The role requires strong writing and organizational skills, and the ability to respond to clinical emergencies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a mental health discipline is required.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred to serve diverse clients.
• Must have valid CT license to practice or be license eligible.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and form clinical goals with families.
• Provide individual, group and family therapy and case management.
• Coordinate with school and community services to support clients.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Case management

Documentation in EMR

Emergency triage

Trauma-informed practice

Education

Masters in a Mental Health Discipline

Bilingual Spanish preferred

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

EMPLOYER INFORMATIONClifford Beers Community Care Center (CBCCC) is a mental health clinic serving children and families. Our mission is to provide integrated services addressing mental, physical, and social determinants in order to improve health, resiliency and quality of life for children, families and communitiesPURPOSEUnder supervision, the position of Clinician is responsible for delivering comprehensive therapeutic assessment and ongoing clinical services to clients primarily between the ages of 3 and 24 (some older, adult clients are possible as part of your caseload) and for coordinating services and resources for clients in need. This includes, but is not limited to individual, group and family therapy as well as clinical case management. Strong writing skills and organizational skills are imperative to this position.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESConducting biopsychosocial assessments; making a preliminary formulation and diagnosis as well as developing goals with the familyRegularly utilizing other staff disciplines in the development, re-evaluation or referral of cases to ensure the best treatment plan for the clientConducting intensive, short and long-term psychotherapy, as well as case management for assigned clients and families utilizing a variety of approved treatment models and interventions appropriate to case and situationHandling clinical emergencies as necessaryActing as liaison between client, school and other community agencies providing services to clientRegularly participating in meetings and in-service training programs as a vital team member of the clinic.Works 3 evenings (until 8p) per week, with some flexibility, to codesign schedule with supervisor based on scheduling needsOther related job duties as assigned by SupervisorTRAVELThis role may require travel throughout the Greater New Haven area as neededENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONSIndoors, Environmentally controlled with occasional exposure to outdoor weatherClose physical proximity to coworkers and clientsCOMPETENCIESMust demonstrate the following competencies:Diversity and InclusionFoster an environment in which all members of the CBCCC community, from staff to partners and clients, are treated equitably and are able to contribute fully and meaningfully to the mission of CBCCC. Employees must make every effort to:Treat others with respectPractice cultural humilityElicit and welcome different points of viewIntegrityAct ethically with honesty and consistency regardless of the situation. Employees must make every effort to:Be accountable for his or her own actionsMake decisions based on what is better for the families and employeesBuild and maintain trust among co-workers and our familiesUphold honesty in all actionsExcellenceCommitment to deliver outstanding practices in both managing the organization, service delivery, and collaborating with partners. Employees must make every effort to:Utilize data and research to provide the highest quality of careRegularly participate in professional development to stay abreast of most recent and progressive practicesPromote continuous quality assessment and improvementCommunicationThe ability to express oneself clearly and professionally both in writing, conversations, and in nonverbal communication with others. Employees must make every effort to:Oral CommunicationSpeak clearly and in an organized manner that can be easily understoodExpress ideas concisely and respectfullySummarize or paraphrase his/her understanding of what others have said to verify understanding and prevent miscommunicationHold themselves accountable for pitch, speed, tone and volume of voice while speakingShow understanding of professional and cultural implications of body posture, stance, gestures, proximity to listener, facial expressions and appearanceWritten CommunicationWrite clear and concise sentences devoid of grammatical and spelling errorsTailor writing style to the audience of the messageWrite in a respectful and tactful mannerAAP StatementClifford Beers Community Care Center (CBCCC), is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation, and Gender Identity or Expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEMasters in a Mental Health DisciplineBilingual Spanish PreferredMust have a valid CT license to practice in the mental/behavioral health field, or be license eligible.SKILLSMust exhibit knowledge and or proven ability in delivering developmentally appropriate services according to the program being supported, while demonstrating the following skills:A proven ability to provide the best care and welfare to children, young adults, adults, and their familiesA proven ability to document work in Electronic Medical RecordsA proven ability to conduct evaluations, and formulate diagnoses in accordance with the current Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM-5-TR)A proven ability to develop and document, clear clinical formulations and treatment plans that are individualized and measurable in collaboration with the client/family, and others as relevantA proven ability to provide case management and clinical indicated referrals to familiesA proven ability to triage clinical emergencies to appropriate level of careA proven ability to utilize best practices and evidenced based practice models where appropriate and adheres to model and program expectationsA proven ability to utilize trauma informed practices in the work with familiesKnowledge of, or willingness to learn about, behavioral informed interventions, community resources and evidence based best practices for individuals and their familiesREQUIREMENTSValid driver’s license and reliable transportation.PHYSICAL ABILITIES20% of the time is spent making repetitive motions30% of the time spent sitting20% walking, bending, standing, stooping, crouching or kneeling30% of the time is spent using hands to type, write, or use controlsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions