School-Based Clinician I: MTSS, CBT & Student Support

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

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.