Fee-For-Service Intensive In-Home Behavioral Health Services Clinician

Wheeler Clinic; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading behavioral health organization is seeking an Intensive In-Home Behavioral Health Services Clinician to provide essential assessment and treatment services for children and young adults. The role involves crisis intervention, case management, and collaboration with families and stakeholders. The Clinician will work in various community settings, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care tailored to individual needs. This full-time position offers a flexible schedule, allowing for a dynamic work environment focused on positive client outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must hold LMSW, LCSW, LMFTA, LMFT, LPCA, LPC or licensed Psychologist credentials.
• Experience with children ages 4-24 in behavioral health services.

Responsibilities

• Provides assessment, treatment, crisis intervention, and case management services.
• Documents client-related information in compliance with agency policy.
• Conducts screenings and formulates diagnoses according to DSM.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Assessment

Treatment Planning

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy

Doctoral degree in Psychology

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Intensive In-Home Behavioral Health Services (IIBHS) Clinician provides assessment, treatment, crisis intervention, and case management services for children ages 4 through 24. The Clinician will foster positive working relationships with clients, families, providers, educators and outside key stakeholders. This position will implement service delivery in accordance to model standards and utilize a strength based-solution focused model of care.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling or Social Work.

Or Doctoral degree in Psychology

Licensure Requirements for Clinical Positions

Must hold one of the following credentials to start the position: LMSW, LCSW, LMFTA, LMFT, LPCA, LPC or licensed or license-eligible Psychologist in the State of Connecticut.

LOCATION

Statewide

SCHEDULE

Full-Time Flexible Schedule

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Conducts program specific screening and evaluation, and formulates diagnosis in accordance with the Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM).

Develops and documents, clear clinical formulations, crisis and treatment plans that are individualized and measurable, developed in collaboration with the client/family and others as relevant.

Demonstrates knowledge of psychopathology, and other behavioral health concerns and primary modalities of psychotherapeutic intervention. Triages clinical emergencies and implements program specific safety and consultation protocols.

Utilizes best practices and evidenced based practice models where appropriate and adheres to model and program expectations where applicable.

Provides clinical services in community settings outside of the office (e.g., homes, schools, hospitals, institutions) and other community locations as defined by the program. May transport clients to appointments or linkages as appropriate.

Demonstrates knowledge of internal and external levels of care, referral processes and resources. Makes clinically appropriate referrals for identified service needs in a timely manner.

Meets direct service productivity goals as defined by program.

Communicates in a positive, effective manner with client, family, and all internal and external providers.

Attends any required meetings and trainings/ quarterly meetings.

Demonstrates knowledge of program/department/agency goals and target outcomes, and adheres to practice standards and to data collection and reporting protocols.

Documents all client related information in compliance with agency policy and contractor requirements.

Attends and is prepared for scheduled team supervision and weekly rounds if applicable.

Seeks additional supervision or consultation as needed and follows through with supervisory directives.

Continues to develop knowledge and understanding about the history, traditions, values, family systems, and artistic expression of groups served as well as uses appropriate methodological approaches, skills, and techniques that reflect an understanding of culture.