Bilingual Clinician I or II - Full-time - 1st shift - Mon-Fri

Bilingual Clinician I or II

• Full-time
• 1st shift
• Mon-Fri

COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH AFFILIATES INC

New Britain, CT Job Details Full-time $57,000

• $65,500 a year 16 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Internal mobility program Loan repayment program Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount 403(b) Loan forgiveness Life insurance Qualifications Crisis intervention Master's degree in social work Treatment plan development Health screenings Family therapy Spanish Microsoft Outlook Electronic health records (EHR) management LMSW Maintaining patient confidentiality Writing skills Local agency collaboration Individual therapy First aid Master's degree in psychology English Family counseling Mid-level Emergency management Master's degree Medical scheduling Driver's License Working with children Case management Counseling Psychology Substance abuse Working with individuals with mental health conditions Marriage & Family Therapy Home health Progress documentation Social Work Smoking cessation Working with individuals with substance use disorders JCAHO Individual counseling Crisis management Interdisciplinary behavioral health coordination Communication skills Master's degree in counseling Home & community care experience Home visits (communication methods) Group counseling Community resource coordination Under 1 year Time management Full Job Description Why CMHA?

Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc. (CMHA) is a private non-profit treatment provider headquartered in New Britain, with seven locations throughout the city and in Waterbury. We partner with clients and the community to promote recovery from mental illness and substance use, treating more than 7,500 adults and children each year. CMHA is Connecticut's first fully Joint Commission accredited Behavioral Health Home and is a SAMHSA Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). Visit cmhacc.org to learn more. Internal mobility and career pathing is a focus at CMHA with many employees growing from individual contributors to leaders. CMHA is looking to hire a full-time, 40 hours per week Clinician for our MDFT program. This position will be located at 233 Main St. New Britain, CT. (Mon-Fri 9:00am

• 5:00pm).

Compensation:

Clinician I

• The annual salary range for this position starts at $57,000 Clinician II
• The annual salary range for this position starts at $65,500 Clinician I are eligible for a $7,000 sign-on incentive Clinician II are eligible for a $10,000 Sign on incentive .

Incentive payments will be paid out in half after 6 months of employment and after 1 year of employment. Compensation for each position is determined not only by years of relevant experience, education, and skills, but also by maintaining internal pay equity. CMHA also takes into consideration our benefits and paid time off package to provide a well-rounded and competitive approach to the applicant's overall compensation.

Position Summary:

Serve as a key member of the Multi-Dimensional Family Therapy (MDFT) treatment team, which will provide treatment for youth/young adults and parents with substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. Services include substance abuse/mental health screening, brief counseling, Multi-Disciplinary Family Therapy (MDFT), Medication Assisted Treatment, case management and recovery support services, substance abuse/tobacco cessation and prevention groups. Provide in home or office based MDFT in coordination with other agency and community services and documentation of services required by program policies and funding sources.

Responsibilities :

Develops and maintains recovery-oriented therapeutic relationships with individuals through ongoing assessment, individual and group therapy, both onsite and in the community. Maintains all training and certifications as required by program model. Collaborates with client, team, and natural supports to develop client-centered treatment plans. Manages emergency and crisis situations both on-site and in the community. Acts in accordance with mandated reporting laws. Completes assessment tools, integrates pertinent information to establish diagnoses, and analyzes data to create clinical formulation within designated timeframe. Completes documentation within designated timeframes as established by CMHA and external regulatory agencies. Acts in accordance with program and agency regulatory bodies, including but not limited to: state, federal, Joint Commission, DCF, and DMHAS. We care about our employees by offering benefits that strike a harmonious work-life balance. We also care about your future.

CMHA offers:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance packages 403(b

• retirement savings plan with CMHA matching starting after 1 year of service 11 observed holidays 3 Wellbeing days off on a Friday throughout the year to extend a long weekend 2 CHMA/Personal days to use throughout the calendar year Up to 24 days of PTO that increases with years of service Paid agency closure between Christmas and New Year's (except 24/7 programs)
• must be approved annually Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that offers counseling, coaching, and wellness resources for staff as well as members of their household Higher education tuition discounts at participating schools through the Alliance's academic partnerships Free ongoing professional development opportunities and continuous access to Continuing Education Units (CEUs), featuring comprehensive training in Evidence-Based Practices, such as EMDR, DBT, and CBT.

Employee discounts for shopping, the New Britain YMCA, travel, and entertainment Free employee subscriptions to the calm app Annual Company Picnic CMHA-sponsored Loan Reimbursement Program and Scholarship Program Free Student Loan Wellness for eligible employees and their family members access to: Student loan consolidation and refinancing Loan payoff projection dashboard Coaching and support via chat, email, and phone College cost calculator College financial planning 3 NHSC-approved sites for federal student loan repayment Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Enhancement for eligible employees' access to: Automated Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) form management for past and present employers Automated reminders for annual (PSLF) recertifications to help you stay on track Resources and ongoing communications that make PSLF understandable The opportunity to receive the national average of $72,000.00 in forgiveness Community Mental Health Affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer except in the case of a bon fide occupation qualification or as otherwise permitted or required by law, does not discriminate of the basis of race, color, age, disability, sec, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical condition including by not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familiar status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws. Any individual needing assistance in completing an online application should contact CMHA's Human Resources Department at .

Education :

Master's degree in behavioral health (psychology, social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, alcohol and drug counseling).

Credentials and Licenses:

Must have associates license (MFTA, PCA, LMSW). Must be eligible for

LCSW, LMFT, LPC

Will be certified in MANDT, first aid, and CPR Bi-lingual required (Spanish/English)

Valid Connecticut Driver's License Experience :

Successful experience in mental health or related field, preferably a minimum of 1-3 years including but not limited to the provision of substance use treatment and co-occurring treatment services with children, adolescents, adults and/or families.

For Spanish Speaking Applicants:

Bilingual/Bicultural (English/Spanish/Latino/a) and knowledge of cultural values, traditions and practices. Beginner to intermediate experience with Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook. Experience in or the ability or willingness to learn how to use an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, which includes appointment scheduling, authorization tracking, assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.

Competency :

Capability to problem solve, use good judgment, work independently and as a team member. Excellent communication skills, ability to present ideas clearly and objectively orally and in writing. Ability to utilize the DSM-5 and identify clinical diagnoses in formulation of appropriate treatment for clients. Awareness/sensitivity to those we serve that encourages and promotes a positive, productive and collegial environment, including culture, language, gender, sexual orientation, gender preference, physical handicap and spirituality. Effective interpersonal communication skills with individuals with mental health and co-occurring disorders, as well as with their families/caregivers and natural support. Maintain client confidentiality in accordance with CMHA policy, and state and federal regulations. Capacity to understand and incorporate recovery-based treatment, language, and interventions into documentation and daily operations. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, utilizing excellent time management skills, flexibility regarding scheduling, and the ability to balance a number of priorities based on workload in the completion of job responsibilities. Job ID#458