Forensic Clinical Specialist

COMMUNITY RENEWAL TEAM INC; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The Forensic Clinical Specialist position at Community Renewal Team, Inc. in Hartford, CT, provides forensic assessment and treatment within the Clinical Services department, utilizing individual, family and group therapy while coordinating with the Lead Clinician and community partners.

Requirements include a Master’s Degree in behavioral health and at least 4 years of relevant experience, plus licensure (LCSW/LMSW/LPC/LPCA or LADC) and a valid driver’s license; bilingual Spanish preferred;

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in behavioral health (social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy or alcohol and drug counseling).
• 4 years of experience in behavioral health setting.
• Active licensure/licensure eligibility: LCSW, LMSW, LPC, LPCA or LADC with valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Regular attendance and completion of mandatory trainings.
• Performs assessments, develops SMART goals, and tracks progress.
• Delivers individual, family and group therapy using evidence-based methods.
• Coordinates with other providers and refers to community resources.
• Responds to crises, ensures timely documentation and court reports.
• Represents CRT at community meetings and promotes services.

Skills

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Evidence-based practices

Communication

Education

Master’s Degree in Behavioral Health

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Hartford, CT 06120Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Graduate DegreeSalary Range: $43,299.07 - $50,659.91 SalaryJob Shift: AnyJOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Forensic Clinical Specialist

DEPARTMENT: Clinical Services

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

PAY GRADE: 10

REPORTS TO: Lead Clinician

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Specializes in Forensic Behavioral Health, provides forensic assessment and forensic specific treatment to all clients presented to the clinic by utilizing individual treatments inclusive of individual, family and group therapy to address identified client needs. Assists Lead clinician in representing and promoting CRT at various community and professional forums specifically at Support Court.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Regular attendance
• Attend and complete all mandatory trainings
• Completes assessment tool, integrates pertinent information to establish diagnosis, and analyzes data to create clinical formulation within designated timeframe.
• Develops achievable SMART goals with client; with measurable and behavioral objectives within designated timeframes.
• Monitors treatment progress and provides updates within identified timeframes and as necessary.
• Performs individual, family and group treatment utilizing evidence-based practices to facilitate positive strength-based change.
• Collaborates with other providers by providing all pertinent clinical information in a timely manner.
• Responds to crisis situations and triages appropriately, communicating clearly with professionals –internal and external – to meet presenting client needs.
• Provides referrals and linkage to community and internal resources as necessary to address client need.
• Secures reimbursement by providing accurate documentation and the submitting progress notes in a timely manner.
• Completes documentation within designated timeframes as established by CRT and external regulatory agencies Complete court reports
• Represents and promotes CRT at community functions and required meetings and Communicates potential client/community needs to management that will assist in future program development

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Perform all other duties as assigned

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Education: Master’s Degree in behavioral health (social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy or alcohol and drug counseling).

Minimum Years of Experience: 4 years of experience is required

Active Certification in good standing in: Must have a valid driver’s license as a LCSW, LMSW, LPC, LPCA or LADC

Demonstrate skills in: Treating individuals 18 years and older referred or seeking Substance use and mental health and/or co-occurring treatment.

Knowledge of: Knowledge of Harm Reduction Model and resources available to substance using population, ability to learn Integrated Dual Diagnosis Treatment model. Knowledge of physical, medical, and pharmacological issues related to substance dependency. Educates clients on issues associated with chemical dependency treatment. Strong practice of Cognitive Behavioral therapy and other evidence-based practices. Excellent communication skills, ability to press ideas clearly and objectively orally and in writing as necessary. Ability to maintain client confidentiality in accordance to CRT policy, and state and federal regulations. Awareness/sensitivity to all types of issues related to client diversity. Knowledge of DSM.

Physical and TB Required: Yes

Bilingual: Preferred - Language: Spanish

Driving Required: Yes Agency Vehicle Yes Employee’s Own Vehicle Yes

Active Driver License in good standing required upon hire and throughout employment

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Ability: Tasks involve sedentary to light work, involving some reaching, handling, fingering and/or feeling of objects and materials.

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability.

Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.