Therapist: REST Center- 7231

Community Health Resources; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 61,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403b retirement plan contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development programs

Wellness stipend

Employee appreciation & events

Job summary

Community Health Resources is seeking a Therapist for the REST Center in Willimantic, CT. This full-time position offers a 40-hour work week, with Monday–Friday 8am–4:30pm, in a 24/7 crisis stabilization program that emphasizes trauma‑informed, recovery‑oriented care.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in a related field and licensure such as LMSW/LPC‑A/LMFT‑A, with experience in trauma, mental illness, and/or substance use disorders.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in related field required.
• Experience with trauma, mental illness, substance use disorders preferred.
• Licensure: LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A required; LCSW/LMFT/LPC or Licensed Psychologist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment interventions per program model.
• Conduct clinical and risk assessments.
• Create individualized, person-centered treatment plans.
• Maintain client and staff records per agency policy.
• Provide crisis assessment and intervention as needed.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Crisis assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Master's Degree or higher

Job description

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JOB TITLE:

Therapist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Full-time, 40 hours/week

SCHEDULED HOURS:

Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

PROGRAM/LOCATION:

REST Center, Willimantic, CT

PC#:

3181

ABOUT THE PROGRAM: REST Center

The REST Center is a 24/7 community-based crisis stabilization program that provides a safe and supportive alternative to hospitalization for individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use-related crises. The center offers short-term assessment, stabilization, nursing support, brief therapeutic interventions, peer support, medication evaluation, and connection to ongoing community services. Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to provide person-centered, trauma-informed, and recovery-focused care. The goal is to help individuals stabilize, avoid unnecessary emergency department visits or hospitalizations, and successfully transition to the most appropriate level of care.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides assessment and treatment interventions consistent with the program model.
• Conducts clinical and risk assessments.
• Collaborates with individuals to create individualized, person-centered treatment plans.
• Demonstrates competency in age related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served.
• Works with clients to develop appropriate discharge plans utilizing natural support.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers.
• Provides crisis assessment and intervention to monitor status of clients in crisis.
• May provide care in office, home, residential, and/or community-based settings based on program model and setting.
• Responsible for maintaining client and staff records according to agency policy.
• Provides coverage for team members during periods of absence.
• Participates in weekly supervision, consultations, and meetings.
• Transports clients using agency vehicles and/or personal vehicles based on program model and setting.
• Participates in all required CHR training and obtains and/or maintains certification in an EBP if applicable.
• In residential programs, therapists prioritize safety and physical presence, participating as full members of the milieu.
• Additional responsibilities as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Master's Degree or higher in related field.

Experience: Experience working with trauma, mental illness and/or serious emotional disorders and/or substance use disorders preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A required. LCSW, LMFT, LPC, Licensed Psychologist preferred. LADC or Master's Degree in related mental health field eligible for LADC. may be substituted for LCSW, LMFT, LPC or Licensed Psychologist in some programs. Other training may be required based on program. Valid Driver's License for programs where transportation is required.

Why Join CHR?

Be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!

• Comprehensive benefits packages include health insurance, ample paid time off (including your birthday!), employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan, and competitive insurance premiums with added discounts on pet, home and auto!
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs, including exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities
• Career development opportunities! FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth! Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several programs
• Wellness program: Annual wellness stipend, FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
• Employee appreciation and involvement, including contests, lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!), employee appreciation events, employee-led resource groups open to all, and more!

And so much more! (Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility)

COMPENSATION*

$61,252.26/yr minimum- $91,877.14/yr maximum*

• Actual rates within this range are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)

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