THERAPIST (LICENSED)

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; North Stonington (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

SoFi student loan refinancing

Pet insurance

Job summary

Stonington Institute in North Stonington, CT, part of Universal Health Services, is seeking a Licensed Clinician to lead clinical assessment, planning and delivery of treatment in the Detox unit. The role encompasses risk assessment, treatment planning, individual and group therapy, and collaboration with the treatment team.

The position requires an independent license (LMFT/LCSW/LPC/LADC/psychologist) and involves documenting progress, discharge planning and family services.

Qualifications

• Licensed clinician with relevant state credentials required.
• Two years of mental health counseling experience with substance abuse population preferred.
• Independent license required (LMFT, LCSW, LPC, LADC, licensed psychologist).

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family and group therapy and psycho-educational groups.
• Conduct crisis intervention and risk assessment as needed.
• Coordinate diagnostic reviews and treatment planning with the multidisciplinary team.
• Complete documentation confirming treatment and discharge plans.
• Develop individualized treatment plans considering bio-psycho-social history.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Education

Mental health license (LMFT/LCSW/LPC/LADC/Psychologist)

Job description

Are you caring, compassionate and hardworking? Our facility can provide a place for you to thrive and continue your professional development.

Stonington Institute, a division of one of the nation’s largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), has an immediate opening for a Licensed Clinician. UHS is a Fortune 500 corporation and in 2017 was recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune.

Stonington Institute is committed to providing quality substance abuse treatment options for adultsinSoutheastern Connecticut and surrounding areas. We offermedical detox aswell as residential addictions treatment for active duty and retired military service members in our North Stonington location. Our clinic in Groton, CT, offers partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient treatment, and is conveniently located across the street from The Inn at Trails Corner, a new 180 bed dormitory-style sober community for adult men and women who attend our outpatient day treatment programs. The Inn offers overnight accommodations, full-meal service, indoor/outdoor recreation options, a workout room, and computer center for all clients. We accept private insurance, state-funded plans and self-pay arrangements.

Website: Stonington Institute | Behavioral Health North Stonington CT

Job Summary:

The Licensed Clinician functions as the clinical expert in assessment, planning and delivery of clinical treatment services to the clients in the Detox unit at Stonington Institute. The Licensed Clinician will be responsible for all clinical aspects of care, including risk assessment, treatment planning, individual and group therapy, as well as psycho-educational and family services. The Licensed Clinician will provide services in conjunction with other members of the multi-disciplinary treatment team.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, family and group therapy and psycho-educational groups.
• Provide crisis intervention services to clients as needed, including risk assessment services in accordance with Stonington Institute policy.
• Coordinate and contribute to diagnostic, case reviews, and treatment team meetings.
• Properly complete documentation required to evidence treatment, including: Assessment, Master Treatment Plan, Treatment Plan Updates, Progress Notes, and Discharge Plans.
• Plan and implement treatment programs individually designed for each client’s needs and bio-psycho-social history. Determine the best possible discharge plan for clients in conjunction with intake, assessment and aftercare needs.
• Maintain regular contact with, attend, and contribute to decision-making conference(s) involving outside agencies (DMHAS, courts, community resources, and alternative placements).
• Insure the legal rights of clients are protected.
• Attend and contribute to in-service training sessions as requested.
• Provide communication and feedback to other team members as part of joint treatment planning, UR, and patient management.
• Complete all documentation required by regulatory and accreditation agencies.
• Comply with professional and Institute ethical standards.
• Maintain confidentiality of clients at all times.
• Maintain professional level of development and expertise by the use of continuing education.

Stonington Institute employees receive great opportunities.

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation $74,867.20 - $90,000.00
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Pet Insurance
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

This is a full time, 40 hour position.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since itsinceptioninto an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annualrevenuesduring 2025were$17.4billion.In 2026,UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, waslisted in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately101,500employeesand continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physiciannetworkand various related serviceslocatedin 40U.S.states, Washington, D.C., PuertoRicoand the United Kingdom.Foradditionalinformation visit www.uhs.com.

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Qualifications

Independent license required (LMFT, LCSW, LPC, LADC, licensed psychologist,). Two years mental health counseling experience with substance abuse population preferred.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.