Mental Health Clinician

Southbury Counseling; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Southbury Counseling in Milford, CT seeks a Mental Health Clinician to provide on-site, evidence-based therapy for diverse clients. You will conduct evaluations, develop treatment plans, and deliver individual, family, and group therapy while coordinating care with a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant master’s degree and CT licensure or eligibility, demonstrates strong communication, crisis response, and robust documentation practices, and commits to ongoing

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution.
• Current Connecticut licensure (LCSW/LMFT/LP C/ Psychologist) or eligible.
• Experience in outpatient mental health, group/ family therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver individual, family, and group therapy.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary team and community providers.
• Maintain timely clinical documentation and participate in case conferences.
• Engage in crisis assessment/intervention and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Social Work & Case Management

Psychology & Behavioral Health

Family Therapy & Systems

Communication Skills

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or Psychology

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Company Description

Southbury Counseling is a Connecticut-based mental health practice with multiple offices across the state, including locations in Southbury, Brookfield, Southington, Cheshire, Newtown, Plainville, and Watertown. Licensed therapists and psychiatric providers offer counseling and psychiatric services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, substance use, relationship issues, and life transitions. The practice also provides speech therapy at the Southbury office, offering evidence-based evaluation and treatment for a wide range of speech, language, and communication needs, including specialized support for individuals with autism and complex communication needs. Southbury Counseling accepts most major insurance plans and offers 24/7 online scheduling to support accessible, client-centered care.

Role Description

The Mental Health Clinician will provide direct clinical services to clients in an on-site setting in Milford, CT. This full-time role includes conducting diagnostic evaluations, developing treatment plans, and delivering individual, family, and group therapy for clients with diverse mental health needs. The clinician will collaborate with multidisciplinary team members, coordinate care with community and medical providers, and maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory standards. Additional responsibilities may include crisis assessment and intervention, participation in case conferences, and engagement in ongoing professional development to support high-quality, evidence-based care.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in Social Work and Case Management to support client advocacy, resource linkage, and coordinated care.
• Strong foundation in Psychology and Behavioral Health to assess, diagnose, and treat a range of mental health conditions.
• Experience in Family Therapy and systems-oriented work to address relational dynamics and support families and couples.
• Relevant master’s degree (e.g., MSW, MA/MS in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology) from an accredited institution.
• Current or eligible Connecticut clinical licensure (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPC, Psychologist) in good standing.
• Proficiency in evidence-based therapeutic modalities (such as CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, or solution-focused approaches).
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and communicate effectively with clients, families, and community partners.
• Comfort using electronic health record systems and maintaining detailed, compliant clinical documentation.
• Prior experience in outpatient mental health, community-based services, or similar behavioral health settings is preferred.