MAT Therapist: Trauma-Informed Care & Recovery

CHR; Putnam (CT); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (including birthday)

403b retirement plan contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development programs

Wellness stipend

Calm app subscription

Counseling services through EAP

Job summary

CHR's Pathways OTP in Putnam is seeking a full-time Therapist to provide assessment, treatment planning, and crisis intervention in a MAT-focused program. Responsibilities span office, home, residential, and community settings as needed, with collaboration across care teams.

Requirements include a Master’s degree and LMSW/LPC-A/LMFT-A at minimum, with preference for LCSW/LMFT/LPC or Licensed Psychologist and valid driver’s license for transportation needs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in related field.
• Experience working with trauma, mental illness and/or substance use disorders preferred.
• Licensure/certification: LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A required; LCSW/LMFT/LPC/Licensed Psychologist preferred. LADC may be substituted in some programs.
• Valid Driver’s License for programs where transportation is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides assessment and treatment interventions consistent with the program model.
• Conducts clinical and risk assessments.
• Collaborates with individuals to create individualized, person-centered treatment plans.
• Demonstrates competency in age related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served.
• Works with clients to develop appropriate discharge plans utilizing natural support.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers.
• Provides crisis assessment and intervention to monitor status of clients in crisis.
• May provide care in office, home, residential, and/or community-based settings based on program model and setting.
• Responsible for maintaining client and staff records according to agency policy.
• Provides coverage for team members during periods of absence.
• Participates in weekly supervision, consultations, and meetings.
• Transports clients using agency vehicles and/or personal vehicles based on program model and setting.
• Participates in all required CHR training and obtains and/or maintains certification in an EBP if applicable.
• In residential programs, therapists prioritize safety and physical presence, participating as full members of the milieu.
• Additional responsibilities as required.

Education

Master’s degree or higher

LCSW

LMFT-A

LPC-A

LMSW

LMFT

LPC

Licensed Psychologist

LADC may be substituted for LCSW/LMFT/LPC or Licensed Psychologist

Job description

CHR's Pathways OTP in Putnam is seeking a full-time Therapist to provide assessment, treatment planning, and crisis intervention in a MAT-focused program. Responsibilities span office, home, residential, and community settings as needed, with collaboration across care teams.

Requirements include a Master’s degree and LMSW/LPC-A/LMFT-A at minimum, with preference for LCSW/LMFT/LPC or Licensed Psychologist and valid driver’s license for transportation needs.