Therapist Assistant: Multi-Dimensional Family Therapy- 7049

Community Health Resources; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 23,071 - 32,859; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Resources is seeking a Therapist Assistant in Hartford, CT, to provide case management support to families and individuals struggling with at-risk behaviors. The role involves collaboration with clinical teams, ensuring quality services, and maintaining comprehensive documentation.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in human services and at least two years of experience in a substance-use setting. The opportunity offers a flexible schedule and a starting pay of $20.30 per hour, with variations based on experience.

Qualifications

• At least two years’ experience in a substance-use setting preferred.
• Demonstrated orientation toward serving people with substance-use and/or mental-health issues.

Responsibilities

• Provides case management support to clients and families.
• Collaborates with MDFT therapists and other clinical team members.
• Documents all services and contacts accurately.

Skills

Case management support

Understanding of MDFT model

Collaboration with clinical team members

Competency in substance use and recovery

Culturally competent care

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services

Job description

Job Title

Therapist Assistant

Employment Type

Full‑time, 40 hours/wk

Scheduled Hours

Monday‑Friday 9AM‑8PM, flexible

Program / Location

MultiDimensional Family Therapy, Hartford, CT (community based position)

Program Description

MultiDimensional Family Therapy (MDFT) is a family‑focused treatment that transforms young lives and provides intensive in‑home and in‑office family, individual, and parent therapy for adolescents struggling with at‑risk behaviors such as substance misuse, behavioral problems, and family conflict.

Responsibilities

• Provides case management support to clients and their families in person, over the phone, through text messaging, and in the community.
• Understands the MDFT model and uses concepts when appropriate to aid clients in understanding and managing their symptoms and recovery.
• Collaborates with MDFT therapists, supervisors, and other relevant clinical team members to coordinate and deliver services to clients, working closely with assigned therapist or supervisor if clinical or crisis intervention is needed.
• Maintains family and collateral contacts to ensure quality, client‑centered services.
• Assesses and involves natural supports in treatment planning and discharge processes whenever possible.
• Demonstrates competency in substance use and recovery, mental health, child development, and provides trauma‑sensitive and culturally competent care.
• Ensures that urinalyses are completed as required by the model.
• Documents all services and contacts with clients, collateral contacts, and appointments according to agency and model standards.
• Attends all program and MDFT required meetings and trainings.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in human services required.

Experience: At least two years’ experience in a substance‑use setting preferred; demonstrated orientation toward serving people with substance‑use and/or mental‑health issues in the community required.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid driver’s license. Will attend all required program trainings.

Compensation

Starting at $20.30/hour minimum, and up commensurate upon experience. Rates are determined at the time of offer based on relevant experience and the internal equity policy. Many positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign‑on incentives. (Part‑time positions are pro‑rated.)

Equal Opportunity Statement

CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.