IICAPS Counselor: In-Home Child & Adolescent Specialist

CHR; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan (403b)

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness stipend

Job summary

CHR is hiring an IICAPS Counselor in Manchester, CT. This full-time position (40 hours/week) involves delivering in-home and community-based counseling within the Intensive In-Home Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Service program, serving children aged 3–18.

Responsibilities include intake, assessments, counseling (individual/family/educational), care coordination, and crisis support. A Bachelor’s degree in Human Services and a valid driver’s license are required, with training provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services is required.
• Experience with children who have behavioral health issues and families is required; home and community experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license is required; training will be provided as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist team members with client intake, evaluations, referrals, and releases of information.
• Provide individual, family, educational, and wellness counseling.
• Use model tools and complete discharge summaries with clients and families.
• Maintain accurate input in the EHR and coordinate with therapists and supervisors during crises.
• Arrange aftercare services and participate in team meetings and trainings.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services

Job description

CHR is hiring an IICAPS Counselor in Manchester, CT. This full-time position (40 hours/week) involves delivering in-home and community-based counseling within the Intensive In-Home Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Service program, serving children aged 3–18.

Responsibilities include intake, assessments, counseling (individual/family/educational), care coordination, and crisis support. A Bachelor’s degree in Human Services and a valid driver’s license are required, with training provided.