Licensed Mental Health Clinician (LPC, LMFT, Licensed Psych) (Hamden, CT)

CHE Behavioral Health Services; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AI scribe for session notes

Comprehensive benefits

401k matching

Malpractice insurance

PTO

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

CHE Behavioral Health Services is seeking a Licensed Mental Health Clinician (LPC, LMFT, LMHC, or Licensed Psychologist) to join a team focused on geriatric mental health in long-term care and rehab settings. You will provide individual and group therapy, perform assessments, and collaborate with psychiatrists and other professionals to deliver comprehensive care.

The role requires Connecticut licensure in the specified fields, a master's or doctoral degree, and strong, empathetic communication

Qualifications

• Currently licensed in Connecticut as a LPC, LMFT, LMHC, or Licensed Psychologist.
• Master's or doctoral degree in a relevant field such as mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy, or psychology.
• Strong clinical experience in geriatric mental health.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy to patients with varying mental health conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive psycho-social assessments to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.
• Monitor progress, adjust treatment plans, and maintain detailed records.
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions to stay current with best practices.
• Demonstrate patient-centered care with empathy and cultural sensitivity.

Skills

Geriatric mental health

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in mental health field

Job description

Licensed Mental Health Clinician (LPC, LMFT, LMHC, or Licensed Psychologist)

Job Summary

Join the esteemed team at CHE Behavioral, a leading multispecialty group of licensed professionals dedicated to increasing access to mental health services and reducing the stigma of mental health conditions. As a Licensed Mental Health Clinician (LPC, LMFT, LMHC, or Licensed Psychologist), you will be part of a dynamic team that provides high-quality clinical services to improve the quality of life for older adult patients in long-term care and rehabilitation centers.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy to patients with various mental health conditions, including cognitive impairment, depression, anxiety, and behavioral disturbances

• Conduct comprehensive psycho-social assessments to identify patients' needs and develop individualized treatment plans

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care

• Monitor patients' progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and maintain accurate and detailed records

• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and interdisciplinary conferences to stay current with best practices and guidelines

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to patient-centered care, empathy, and cultural sensitivity

Requirements

• Currently licensed in Connecticut as a LPC, LMFT, LMHC, or Licensed Psychologist

• Master's or doctoral degree in a relevant field, such as mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy, or psychology

• Strong clinical experience in geriatric mental health, with a focus on older adults

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

What We Offer

• CHE provides an AI scribe that drafts your session notes for you, dramatically reducing after-hours charting so your time goes to patients, not paperwork

• ComprehensiveBenefits;401k matching, health, dental, vision, malpractice insurance and PTO

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• Collaborative and supportive work environment

• Flexible scheduling options

About Us

At CHE Behavioral, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and cost-effective behavioral health services to residents of long-term care and rehabilitation centers. We believe that good mental health can result in better physical health, and an overall longer, fuller life. Our clinicians are committed to improving the quality of life for our older adult patients, and we are seeking like-minded professionals to join our team.