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Licensed Mental Health Professional Kiefer Counseling Terryville, CT Job Details Full-time | Contract 1 day ago Benefits Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications Teamwork Electronic health records (EHR) management Intake Licensed Clinical Social Worker HIPAA Care documentation NCC Managing patient records Liability insurance

Full Job Description Job Overview:

Join Our Growing Team at Kiefer Counseling! Kiefer Counseling is a collaborative, supportive private practice dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. We are currently seeking a fully licensed mental health clinician to join our team at one of our offices in Terryville, Torrington, or Glastonbury, as an independent contractor (1099). We value clinicians who are passionate about helping others while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our team emphasizes collaboration, clinical excellence, and creating an environment where both clients and clinicians thrive. Responsibilities Provide high-quality, evidence-based individual, family, and/or couples psychotherapy to clients across the lifespan, based on your areas of competence and clinical expertise. Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans that reflect clients' goals, strengths, and clinical needs. Maintain an active caseload while providing consistent, ethical, and client-centered care. Complete all required clinical documentation—including intake assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries—in a timely manner and in accordance with agency, insurance, and state regulations. Assess for safety concerns, including suicide risk, self-harm, abuse, and crisis situations, and implement appropriate interventions when necessary. Maintain compliance with HIPAA, Connecticut licensing regulations, and professional ethical standards. Collaborate with other providers, schools, primary care physicians, psychiatrists, and community agencies as clinically appropriate to support continuity of care. Build and maintain strong therapeutic relationships while creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for clients from diverse backgrounds. Maintain professional boundaries, engage in ongoing professional development, and remain current with best practices within the mental health field. Effectively manage scheduling, cancellations, and client communication in collaboration with administrative staff to ensure continuity of care. Qualifications Valid licensure as a Mental Health Professional (e.g., LPC-A, LPC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW) Minimum of two years of professional experience working in the mental health field following completion of graduate education. Experience providing psychotherapy and conducting clinical assessments. Strong clinical judgment and ability to independently manage a caseload. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and timely completion of clinical documentation. Active professional liability insurance (or ability to obtain prior to start date). Preferred Availability We are looking for clinicians who can provide in-person services with morning, afternoon, and evening availability. Weekend availability is a plus!

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your clinical experience and populations of interest. Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview.

Expected hours:

8.0 - 30.0 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person