School Based Clinician I

BHcare; North Branford (CT); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plan

Holiday Pay

Job summary

BHcare in North Branford, CT seeks a School-Based Clinician I to support students in a 10-month school-year program. This role focuses on prevention, counseling, and crisis response within MTSS, serving children and adolescents.

Responsibilities include individual and group counseling, assessments, CBT and trauma-informed interventions, and collaboration with teachers, families, and community partners. Licensure per CT standards is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or related mental health field.
• LMSW or LPC-A required; LCSW or LPC licensure preferred.
• Connecticut School Social Worker Certification (071 endorsement) preferred.
• Experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, and families.
• School-based or community behavioral health experience preferred.
• Knowledge of MTSS, Section 504, crisis intervention, and behavioral assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to students with emotional, behavioral, social, or academic challenges.
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, social-emotional screenings, and treatment planning.
• Deliver CBT, trauma-informed practices, DBT-informed skills, and restorative interventions.
• Respond to student crises, perform risk assessments, and coordinate safety interventions.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and community providers to support student success.
• Participate in PPT, Section 504, MTSS, and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Assist in developing and monitoring behavioral interventions and support plans.
• Provide parent education, family support, advocacy, and referrals.

Education

MSW or related degree

LMSW or LPC-A

LCSW or LPC (preferred)

MTSS knowledge

Tools

CBT

DBT-informed

Trauma-informed

Behavioral assessment

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Shoreline Children's Services, North Branford, CT 06471 - North Branford, CT 06471, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Graduate Degree, Salary Range: $68,000.00 - $75,000.00 Salary, At BHcare, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a healthy, safe, and fulfilling life. As a nonprofit organization, we provide compassionate behavioral health, substance use, domestic violence, housing, and community-based services to individuals and families across Connecticut. We are seeking a School-Based Clinician I who is passionate about supporting children and adolescents and helping students thrive both academically and emotionally.

Schedule: This position follows a 10-month school year schedule, with compensation prorated and paid over 12 months.

Candidates must reside in Connecticut to be eligible for this position.

What You Will Do:

As a School-Based Clinician, you will play a vital role in supporting students through prevention, intervention, counseling, and crisis response services within a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group counseling to students experiencing emotional, behavioral, social, or academic challenges.
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, social-emotional screenings, and treatment planning.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions, including CBT, trauma-informed practices, DBT-informed skill building, and restorative approaches.
• Respond to student crises, conduct risk assessments, and coordinate appropriate safety interventions and referrals.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and community providers to support student success and well-being.
• Participate in PPT, Section 504, MTSS, and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Assist in developing and monitoring behavioral interventions and support plans.
• Provide parent education, family support, advocacy, and referrals to community resources.

What You Will Bring:

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or a related mental health discipline.
• LMSW or LPC-A required, LCSW or LPC licensure preferred
• Connecticut School Social Worker Certification (071 endorsement) preferred.
• Experience providing therapy and counseling services to children, adolescents, and families.
• Experience in school-based, special education, behavioral health, or community mental health settings preferred.
• Knowledge of MTSS frameworks, special education processes, Section 504 regulations, crisis intervention, and behavioral assessment procedures.
• Strong knowledge of CBT, DBT-informed interventions, trauma-informed practices, restorative approaches, and other evidence-based behavioral health interventions.

Why Join BHcare?

• Make a direct impact on the emotional, behavioral, and academic success of students.
• Work collaboratively with educators, families, and community partners.
• Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to strengthening children, families, and communities.
• Receive ongoing supervision, professional development, and growth opportunities.
• Be part of a supportive team committed to compassionate, high-quality care.

What We Offer

The anticipated salary range for this position is $68,000-$75,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined based on a variety of factors including relevant skills, experience, qualifications, certifications, and internal equity considerations.

BHcare offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, company-observed holidays, a retirement savings plan, and other fringe benefits. Benefit eligibility may vary based on position, schedule, and applicable plan or policy requirements.

BHcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, marital or civil union status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.