Float Clinician III (LCSW, LMFT, LPC) - Behavioral Health

Hartford HealthCare; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a qualified professional for a behavioral health role located in Manchester, Connecticut. The applicant must possess a Master’s degree in the Behavioral Health field and be licensed in the state of Connecticut as LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or LADC.

The role involves gathering comprehensive information, developing treatment plans, and participating in team meetings to enhance patient outcomes. Strong clinical skills and the ability to handle emergency situations are essential. Experience in behavioral health is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master’s degree in the Behavioral Health field.
• State of CT licensed as LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LADC, or equivalent.
• Prior experience working in behavioral health, preferably in the specific service setting.

Responsibilities

• Gather and assess comprehensive information regarding bio-psychosocial influences and etiology of addiction.
• Develop, implement, and modify treatment plans addressing both age-specific and substance abuse-specific issues.
• Make timely referrals to least restrictive settings using knowledge of levels of care.

Skills

Working knowledge of psychiatric disorders

Strong clinical skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Flexibility to meet service-specific needs

Ability to take swift action

Education

Master’s degree in the Behavioral Health field

State of CT licensed as LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LADC

Job description

Location Detail: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627)

Competencies

• Working knowledge of psychiatric disorders, familiarity with abuse and neglect reporting mandates, knowledge of community‑based resources and comprehension of the pre‑authorization and billing processes are considered a plus.
• Strong clinical skills, demonstrated teamwork, and ability to multitask.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Flexibility to meet service‑specific and system needs.
• Ability to take swift and efficient action, including patient restraint during emergency codes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Gather and assess comprehensive information regarding bio‑psychosocial influences and etiology of addiction and co‑morbid psychiatric disorders, including client’s physical status and compulsion to use, evidenced by chart reviews and supervisor observations.
• Develop, implement, and modify treatment plans, interventions, and disposition/discharge plans as needed, addressing both age‑specific and substance abuse‑specific issues per professional standards and department guidelines, evidenced by chart reviews and supervisor observations.
• Make timely and appropriate referrals to least restrictive settings, using knowledge of levels of care and appropriate community and treatment resources, evidenced by supervisor observations.
• Complete all requested forms, documentation, and reporting requirements in a timely manner in accordance with Department of Children and Family, managed care, probate court, JCAHO, and other standards, evidenced by chart reviews and supervisor observation.
• Actively participate in and contribute to team meetings to enhance patient outcomes, communicating effectively with team members including psychiatrists, nursing staff, medical director, and inpatient unit leadership, evidenced by feedback from staff and supervisors.
• Demonstrate sound knowledge base and appreciation for growth and development and current issues specific to the age group served, evidenced by development of appropriate treatment plans and therapeutic interventions in individual, family, and group therapy.
• Show flexibility in meeting fluctuating staffing needs, adjusting scheduled hours and assignments accordingly, evidenced by supervisor observation.
• Utilize appropriate psycho‑educational material for patient and family education, evidenced by chart reviews, satisfaction surveys, and supervisor observation.
• Establish rapport with patients and families, consistently demonstrating perceptiveness and empathy, evidenced by patient and family feedback and supervisor observation.
• Facilitate skill development through careful planning of therapeutic groups, individual and family interventions, evidenced by patient and family feedback and supervisor observation.
• Use psychological and physical management techniques to manage violent or potentially violent situations consistent with Physical Management Training (PMT) training, evidenced by peer feedback, supervisor observation, and attendance at annual PMT refresher.
• Participate in Early Response codes and Dr. Strong codes and attend PMT refresher trainings.
• Understand learning disorders, evidenced by flexibility of teaching methods and interactions with patients, patient and family feedback, supervisor observation, and successful completion of competency.
• Identify obstacles and barriers that interfere with treatment compliance and resolve issues, evidenced by discharge planning and treatment outcome, feedback from patient and family, and supervisor observation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master’s degree in the Behavioral Health field.
• State of CT licensed as LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LADC, or equivalent.
• CPR certification is preferred but not required.
• Must be trained in PMT and de‑escalation techniques and receive certification within 6 months of hire.
• Prior experience working in behavioral health, preferably in the specific service setting.
• Level of care age‑specific competencies required.