IFP Clinician

CFA (Child and Family Agency of Southeastern CT); New London (CT); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid vacation time

5 personal days

Medical & Dental Insurance

403(b) and 403(b) matching

Job summary

Child and Family Agency (CFA) in Connecticut seeks a dedicated master’s level Clinician (license eligible preferred; LCSW, LPC, or LMFT) to join the Intensive Family Preservation (IFP) Program serving New London, Windham, and Middlesex Counties. This role offers meaningful work with families in homes and the community, in a hybrid work arrangement.

Responsibilities include supervision, team meetings, program quality improvement, collaboration with DCF staff, and reporting obligations.

Responsibilities

• Attend and participate in weekly supervision.
• Attend and participate in weekly team meetings with IFP coworkers and supervisor
• Work towards continued quality improvement and overall success of the program
• Communicate regularly with DCF SW and SWS regarding referred families and their services
• Attend meetings with DCF as needed to support staff and families
• Assess and discuss with supervisor any potential suspected child abuse and neglect. Filing Careline reports within required timeframes
• Communication with court personnel in response to subpoenas with supervisor support; testifying as needed

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Why Work with Child and Family Agency (CFA)?

It’s simple, our people are the heart of who we are. At Child and Family Agency, we believe our employees are our greatest strength. Every day, our dedicated team members make a difference by supporting individuals, children, and families in their homes, schools, and communities. Founded in 1972, Child and Family Agency of Southwestern Connecticut is a non-profit organization devoted to helping children, adolescents, and families thrive across the state. When you join us, you become part of a compassionate community that cares deeply about making a positive impact.

We are seeking a dedicated master’s level Clinician (license eligible preferred; LCSW, LPC, or LMFT) to join our extraordinary IFP Program that serves New London, Windham, and Middlesex Counties in Connecticut.

The IFP (Intensive Family Preservation) Program works with families referred by the Department of Children and Families (DCF) in their homes and the community to keep children safe and prevent out of home placement when there are active concerns of abuse or neglect. The IFP Clinician will have the opportunity to do highly impactful and meaningful work each day to help families and children. This rewarding position is best suited for someone who is passionate about child welfare, enjoys a challenge, has strong collaboration skills, and an ability to work independently in a hybrid position. The selected candidate will also receive extensive training in Circle of Security and Risking Connection.

Key Responsibilities:

• Attend and participate in weekly supervision.
• Attend and participate in weekly team meetings with IFP coworkers and supervisor
• Work towards continued quality improvement and overall success of the program
• Communicate regularly with DCF SW and SWS regarding referred families and their services
• Attend meetings with DCF as needed to support staff and families
• Assess and discuss with supervisor any potential suspected child abuse and neglect. Additionally, filing Careline reports regarding such when instructed within the 12-hour time frame (verbally) and 24-hour time frame (written)
• Communication with court personnel in response to subpoenas with supervisor support; additionally, testifying in response to subpoena

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Social Service or related field (MSW, Marriage & Family Counseling, MA in Counseling, Psychology, etc.)
• Fully licensed preferred: LCSW, LPC, LMFT. License eligible will be considered based on experience

Salary: $60,000-$65,000. Significant pay differential offered for those who are bilingual in English and Spanish.

• 3 weeks paid vacation time
• 5 personal days
• Medical & Dental Insurance
• 403(b) and 403(b) matching

For more information about CFA, visit our website at: www.childandfamilyagency.org.