Lead Behavioral Health Clinician

APNH: A Place to Nourish your Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

APNH: A Place to Nourish Your Health in New Haven, CT, seeks a Lead Behavioral Health Clinician. You will lead the behavioral health team, provide psychotherapy and HIV-focused counseling, and coordinate care for clients living with HIV.

The role blends direct clinical work with leadership and supervision responsibilities. The position requires a Master’s in a behavioral health field, a CT license (LCSW/LPC/LMFT), and at least three years of post-degree clinical experience, including work with

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a behavioral health field from an accredited institution.
• Current, unrestricted Connecticut independent clinical license (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT).
• Minimum of three years of post-degree clinical experience in mental health or substance use treatment.
• Experience working with individuals living with HIV.
• Commitment to culturally responsive, LGBTQ+ affirming behavioral healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group psychotherapy and substance use counseling to eligible clients living with HIV.
• Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver evidence-informed interventions addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions.
• Provide crisis assessment, intervention, safety planning, and appropriate referrals.
• Collaborate with medical case managers, healthcare providers, and community partners to support integrated, person-centered care.
• Serve as the primary day-to-day clinical resource for APNH's behavioral health team.
• Provide clinical consultation, case coordination, and guidance to employed and contract clinicians.
• Support clinical quality improvement, documentation standards, and compliance with Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program requirements.
• Coordinate referrals, clinical coverage, and continuity of care.
• Support staff onboarding, professional development, and clinical supervision when authorized by professional credentials and Connecticut requirements.
• Maintain a meaningful direct clinical caseload alongside leadership responsibilities.

Skills

Clinical leadership

HIV counseling

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, MF therapist, Psychology or related behavioral health field

Job description

Lead Behavioral Health Clinician
APNH: A Place to Nourish Your Health
Location: New Haven, Connecticut
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $90,000–$97,500 annually, commensurate with experience
Anticipated Start Date: January 4, 2027

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group psychotherapy and substance use counseling to eligible clients living with HIV.
• Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver evidence-informed interventions addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions.
• Provide crisis assessment, intervention, safety planning, and appropriate referrals.
• Collaborate with medical case managers, healthcare providers, and community partners to support integrated, person-centered care.
• Serve as the primary day-to-day clinical resource for APNH's behavioral health team.
• Provide clinical consultation, case coordination, and guidance to employed and contract clinicians.
• Support clinical quality improvement, documentation standards, and compliance with Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program requirements.
• Coordinate referrals, clinical coverage, and continuity of care.
• Support staff onboarding, professional development, and clinical supervision when authorized by professional credentials and Connecticut requirements.
• Maintain a meaningful direct clinical caseload alongside leadership responsibilities.

Compensation and Benefits

Annual Salary: $90,000–$97,500, commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is a full-time, regular position. Information regarding employee benefits will be provided during the recruitment process.

Why Join APNH?

At APNH, we believe that everyone deserves access to compassionate, affirming, high-quality healthcare.

Our behavioral health services are grounded in dignity, self-determination, cultural responsiveness, and an understanding of the complex challenges affecting individuals living with HIV.

As Lead Behavioral Health Clinician, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference through direct client care while helping shape and strengthen an essential community-based clinical program.

Equal Employment Opportunity

APNH is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome qualified applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or a closely related behavioral health field from an accredited institution.
• Current, unrestricted Connecticut independent clinical license (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT required).
• Minimum of three years of post-degree clinical experience in mental health and/or substance use treatment.
• Demonstrated ability to provide clinical leadership, consultation, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Experience working with individuals living with HIV.
• Knowledge of HIV treatment, substance use disorders, trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and recovery-oriented approaches.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to culturally responsive, LGBTQ+ affirming, and equitable behavioral healthcare.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program.
• Experience serving LGBTQ+ communities and populations disproportionately affected by HIV.
• Knowledge of community behavioral health and HIV-related resources in the Greater New Haven area.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.