About the position
UCFS is looking for candidates who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others! We are currently seeking a full-time (40hr) Clinician to provide clinical services to adolescents and families, to address substance use, behavioral and mental health issues using the Multidimensional Family Therapy (MDFT) model. MDFT is a community based program that uses a team approach when working with our clients. It provides a hybrid, flexible schedule, ongoing supervision and support as well as training in the MDFT model. Clinician will carry a maximum of 6 cases. Clinicians will be provided with specialized training resulting in certification as MDFT Therapist. Clinicians will be paid a $2,000 sign-on bonus upon completion of 90 days!
Responsibilities
- Assess, evaluate and diagnose mental, emotional, developmental and behavioral difficulties in adolescents and families
- Formulate treatment plans and treatment plan reviews based on assessments
- Provide MDFT core interventions to adolescents and families during weekly sessions
- Maintain line of communication with supervisor and support staff, and coordination of treatment with psychiatrists
- Maintains collaborative relationship with family members and other service providers
- Complete all required documentation within a timely manner
- Participate in MDFT trainings as required
- Respond to crises by phone, assess need and implement appropriate level of care
- A minimum of 25% travel may be required; paid mileage
Requirements
- Master's degree (MA, MFT, MSW)
- This position is open to both experienced clinicians and new graduates
- CT State Licensure eligible for LCSW, LMFT, LPC
- Strong computer skills including effective use EPIC (our electronic health record system)
- Bi-lingual Spanish/English preferred with pay differential offered
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with Multidimensional Family Therapy (MDFT) model
- Familiarity with integrated care services
- Interest in specialty areas such as ARC, TFCBT, MATCH, Treatment of Disordered Eating and Autism Spectrum Disorders
Benefits
- Flexible hybrid schedules
- Competitive salaries
- Generous paid time off including 3 weeks' vacation, 4 floating holidays, paid company holidays and 10 sick days each year
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with 6% employer contribution
- Paid life and disability insurance
- National Health Services Corp. Loan Repayment
- $2,000 signing bonus (payable upon completion of 90 day introductory period)
