Trauma-Informed Therapist: Residential Care

CHR; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Wellness stipend

EAP counseling

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

Community Health Resources, Inc. (CHR) Brook House in Enfield, CT, is seeking a full-time Therapist (35 hrs/wk) for a 24/7 structured, trauma-informed program serving five girls aged 13–18.

Schedule is Monday–Friday 11:00 AM–6:00 PM. The successful candidate will provide assessment, treatment planning, and crisis intervention within a residential/community setting, with supervision and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s Degree or higher in related field.
• Experience: 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 may be substituted in some programs. Valid Driver’s License.

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.
• Works with clients to develop 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.
• Maintains 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.
• Participates in CHR training and obtains/maintains relevant certifications.

Job description

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JOB TITLE: Therapist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time, 35 hours/wk

SCHEDULED HOURS: Monday-Friday 11:00AM-6:00PM

PROGRAM/LOCATION: Brook House, Enfield, CT

PC#: 1124

ABOUT THE PROGRAM : Brook House

A community-based group home that provides 24-hour staffing and a built-in therapeutic component for 5 girls, aged 13-18 who have experienced trauma and loss, who have serious emotional and behavioral problems and who have lived in more restrictive programs or institutions. Brook House allows the girls to live in a more normal, natural setting within a community, while providing a high level of support and structure.

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 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 RANGE*:

$54,039.44 min-$75,661.66 max

*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.

Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!

Qualifications

Education

Required

Masters or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

LPCA

LMSW

LMFTA

LCSW Eligible

Equal Opportunity Employer
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