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Residential Clinician / Therapist

Litchfield, CT

Full Time

CDRC

Mid Level Residential Clinician Litchfield, CT 06759

$68,000

• $72,000
  35 hours per week
  Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

The Clinician will provide individual and family therapy to all Community Diversion residents using Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Their primary responsibility is to maintain or re-establish family connections and address family conflict as appropriate; assess client and family needs, develop treatment plans, make appropriate connections to aftercare services in conjunction with the Case Manager, monitor progress, communicate closely with all members of treatment team, and deliver appropriate interventions as indicated by treatment plan. Coordinate home passes for child and family as treatment progresses and child moves towards discharge. Inform all aftercare referrals based on clinical findings.

Work with the child's treatment team to identify and prioritize needs and develop an individualized treatment plan as well as provide solution-focused interventions

Plan and facilitate the monthly treatment team meeting (every 30 day review) virtual and/or in person

Administer the Short-Term Assessment for

Risk and Treatability:

Adolescent Version (

START:

AV) to identify youth risk areas and protective factors that will guide treatment planning and goal setting

Administer additional screenings and assessments for treatment planning purposes: Youth Screening Instrument (MAYSI), Child and Adolescent Trauma Screen (CATS) and Inventory of Callous and Unemotional Traits (ICU)

Become trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and support learning skills, coaching, and mindfulness amongst milieu staff Implement additional services and/or identify additional needs of the adolescent ahead of discharge planning

Conduct weekly individual and family sessions (in program and in youth's community or at their home)

Complete Behavior Chain Analysis (BCAs), support the Egregious Behavior Protocol (EBP) and offer mental health consultation to program staff

Provide transportation as needed and appropriate (e.g., home family sessions, court hearings)

Input all clinical documentation into the ECR as well data into CDCS within timelines outlined by

CSSD Qualifications & Requirements:

Required

Master's degree in a relevant field and an active Connecticut license as an LCSW, LMFT, or LPC. A provisional license is required; full licensure is preferred

Experience working with at-risk or court-involved adolescents

Valid driver's license and a driving record that meets the organization's insurance and safety requirements. Travel in the community to conduct family sessions with a company provided vehicle is required

Strong verbal communication, documentation, and professional writing skills

Availability to participate in an on-call rotation, typically one week per month

Ability to successfully complete the organization's required background check, consistent with applicable laws and organizational policy

Preferred

Knowledge of strengths-based and trauma-informed programming

Schedule & Rate of Pay:

Regular schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m

• 5:00 p.

m., including a one-hour lunch break (35 working hours per week)

Flexibility:

Occasional evening and/or weekend availability may be required for clinical sessions, to accommodate family schedules, or to respond to clinical emergencies

Salary:

$68,000

• 72,000 per year, depending on licensure, education, skills, and qualifications
  Provisional license: $68,000
• 70,000
  Fully licensed

LCSW, LMFT, or LPC:

$70,000

• 72,000

Benefits:

At , we pride ourselves on creating a compassionate, culturally responsive work environment and offering a comprehensive benefits package that encourages and supports a healthy work/life balance. Joining our team, you will enjoy the following benefits:

Company vehicle will be provided

Free daily nutritious meals will be provided each shift

Low-cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plan Options

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance offered after 30 days of employment

Company Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Generous Paid Vacation Package (unused time eligible for carry over)

Paid Holiday Time (separate from vacation time)

Floating Holidays (separate from paid vacation time and holiday time off)

Annual Monetary Incentives

Tuition Assistance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

Company Celebrations & Employee Recognition Program

Employee Discounts (Cell Phone, Computer)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer Federal Student Aid

10

• 20% tuition discount at many local educational institutions, including those listed by the

CT Nonprofit Alliance About :

A career at is focused on working to ensure that every young person has an opportunity to thrive! reaches across the state of Connecticut to deliver a broad continuum of care through our residential, education, wellness, and community-based programs. At , you will experience a fulfilling career with an employer that encourages advancement, respects diversity, and rewards excellence! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry. We embrace the competitive advantage of diversity. for this position

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