Outpatient Mental Health Associate Clinician

Sunrise Therapy Services, LLC; Trumbull (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Sunrise Therapy Services, LLC in Trumbull, CT is seeking associate clinicians for fee-for-service, independent-contractor arrangements. Flexible scheduling and evening hours are available to fit clinician availability.

Licensure supervision is provided in-house for LPC-As and LMFT-As where possible; LMSWs should arrange external supervision as required by CT regulations. Candidates must hold a relevant master's degree and CT associate license (LMSW/LPC-A/LMFT-A) and provide individual, couples,

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a field applicable to the clinician's Connecticut professional license.
• Current Connecticut associate-level license/credential appropriate for the services provided (LMSW/LPC-A/LMFT-A).
• Ability to provide services within the scope of education, training, competency, and Connecticut license.
• Compliance with supervision requirements and strong documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient behavioral health services within Connecticut license scope.
• Deliver individual, couples, and family therapy.
• Develop treatment goals and assess risk and crisis as needed.
• Maintain timely clinical documentation and coordinate care with other providers.
• Collaborate with supervisors and maintain professional boundaries.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Flexible scheduling

Evening availability

Clinical documentation

Outpatient behavioral health

Education

Master's degree or higher in related field

LMSW

LPC-A

LMFT-A

Job description

Sunrise Therapy Services, LLC – Trumbull, Connecticut

Company Description:

Sunrise Therapy Services, LLC is an expanding outpatient mental health practice dedicated to harnessing the transformative energy of the human spirit. The organization emphasizes self-determination and a knowledgeable, non-judgmental approach to help clients and families achieve self-fulfillment, inner peace, and healthy connections with others. Its experienced licensed mental health therapists embody the mission and values of the practice with integrity and enthusiasm. Sunrise Therapy Services, LLC is guided by the motto “Where We Learn, Grow, And Change,” reflecting a strong commitment to ongoing growth for both clients and clinicians.

We welcome applications from LMSWs, LPC-As, and LMFT-As who are interested in providing individual, couples, and family therapy while working toward independent clinical licensure.

Why Join Sunrise Therapy Services?

At Sunrise Therapy Services, we believe clinicians should have the opportunity to grow professionally while providing meaningful care to the individuals and families we serve.

Our practice offers a supportive outpatient environment with in-house supervision available for LPC-As and LMFT-As, flexible scheduling, opportunities to build a diverse clinical caseload, and the ability to develop professionally within an expanding practice. LMSWs are also encouraged to apply and may be considered for the position provided they have or can independently secure the clinical supervision required for their licensure.

Our practice is committed to providing compassionate, client-centered, strengths-based, and non-judgmental care. We are looking for clinicians who are clinically driven, dependable, professional, and committed to continued growth and development.

Clinical Supervision

We currently offer in-house clinical supervision for LPC-As and LMFT-As. Associate clinicians in these disciplines may have the opportunity to receive clinical supervision from qualified Sunrise Therapy Services supervisors, subject to availability and applicable Connecticut licensing requirements.

LMSWs are welcome and encouraged to apply; however, Sunrise Therapy Services does not currently have an in-house clinical supervisor available for LMSWs.

LMSW applicants who require supervision toward independent licensure will be responsible for obtaining an appropriately qualified outside clinical supervisor and maintaining a supervision arrangement that meets Connecticut requirements.

Applicants should ensure that their supervision arrangement complies with all applicable Connecticut Department of Public Health requirements and the requirements of their respective professional license.

• Location: Trumbull, Connecticut
• Position Type: Fee-for-Service / Independent Contractor, subject to applicable Connecticut independent-contractor requirements.
• Independent Contractor / Fee-for-Service Arrangement: This position is intended to be structured as a fee-for-service independent contractor arrangement, subject to applicable federal and Connecticut laws governing independent-contractor classification. Independent Contractors are responsible for maintaining their professional licensure, required supervision, professional liability insurance, and other credentials applicable to their practice.
• Schedule: Flexible scheduling based on clinician availability and client needs
• Availability: Evening availability preferred
• Minimum Availability: 12 clinical hours per week
• Preferred Availability: 28 or more clinical hours per week
• Saturday Availability: Optional
• Compensation: $35–$45 per clinical hour, depending on applicable credentials, experience, and contract terms

Clinical Responsibilities

Associate clinicians will provide outpatient behavioral health services within the scope of their Connecticut license and applicable supervision requirements, which may include:

• Individual psychotherapy
• Couples therapy
• Family therapy
• Clinical assessment and treatment planning
• Development of individualized treatment goals
• Risk assessment and crisis intervention as clinically indicated
• Ongoing assessment of client progress and treatment needs
• Timely and accurate clinical documentation
• Coordination of care and appropriate referrals
• Collaboration with other behavioral health and healthcare professionals
• Psychoeducation and family/parent guidance when appropriate
• Recognition of when a client may require a higher level of care or additional services

Qualifications

Required:

• Master's degree or higher in a field applicable to the clinician's Connecticut professional license
• Current Connecticut associate-level license/credential appropriate for the services provided
• Applicants may include:
• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
• Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A)
• Licensed Marital and Family Therapist Associate (LMFT-A)
• Ability to provide services within the scope of the applicant's education, training, competency, and Connecticut license
• Compliance with all applicable Connecticut supervision requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries and client confidentiality
• Commitment to ethical, culturally responsive, client-centered care
• Commitment to professional growth and development

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing outpatient mental health services
• Experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and/or families
• Experience with diverse clinical presentations
• Experience with crisis assessment and safety planning
• Experience coordinating care with other providers
• Spanish-speaking clinicians are encouraged to apply; Spanish language skills are a plus but are not required

Professional Liability Insurance

Clinicians must already maintain professional liability/malpractice insurance or be able to obtain appropriate coverage prior to providing clinical services through Sunrise Therapy Services.

Clinicians are responsible for maintaining appropriate professional liability coverage throughout their contractual relationship with the practice. Proof of current coverage will be required.

Professional Skills & Knowledge

• Clinical assessment and case conceptualization
• Treatment planning and goal development
• Individual, couples, and family therapy
• Risk assessment and crisis management
• Knowledge of behavioral health conditions and evidence-based treatment approaches
• Familiarity with psychotropic medications and appropriate coordination with prescribing providers
• Ability to recognize when additional services or a higher level of care may be appropriate
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Timely and accurate clinical documentation
• Ability to work collaboratively with supervisors and other professionals
• Commitment to ethical and professional standards