Behavioral Health Clinician II- School Based

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Norwich, CT

20h

About The Position

UCFS is seeking a compassionate Behavioral Health Clinician to provide mental health services to students in a middle school setting. The position provides client-centered assessment and treatment using quality standards and evidence-based practices to improve health outcomes. The clinician monitors client goals and benchmarks, maintains timely and complete clinical documentation, assesses risk and level of care, and arranges referrals or emergency responses as appropriate. The role also involves coordination with families and providers, participation in clinical supervision and school-sponsored events, and professional, respectful engagement with clients, coworkers, and visitors. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with hours of operation from 8:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., 52 weeks per year. UCFS is a Federally Qualified Health Center providing integrated behavioral health, primary care, dental, case management, and other services.

Requirements

Master's degree (M.A., M.F.T., or M.S.W.).
Four years of experience treating children and/or adolescents with significant behavioral and emotional challenges.
Current Connecticut state licensure as an LCSW, LMFT, or LPC.
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite, especially Teams.
Effective problem-solving and communication skills in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to complete thorough clinical documentation within required timeframes.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in Spanish.
Proficiency with an electronic health record (EHR); EPIC preferred.
Experience working with PowerSchool.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical assessment and client-centered treatment consistent with quality standards and evidence-based practices.
Monitor individual benchmarks and short- and long-term goals weekly.
Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in accordance with agency, licensing, and payer requirements, including DCF, DMHAS, CT-BHP, and Medicaid.
Assess risk and determine appropriate levels of care for routine and emergency clients of all ages, including those presenting with complex or long-term mental health or substance abuse issues.
Arrange referrals to other levels of care or emergency response, report suspected child abuse or neglect to DCF, and follow legal and ethical standards of care.
Participate in clinical supervision and maintain communication with the supervisor and support staff; coordinate treatment with psychiatrists.
Coordinate services with relevant providers within and outside UCFS, including school personnel, DCF, and courts, and support collaboration among providers.
Participate in professional activities, including school-sponsored events twice a year to promote the program.
Treat coworkers, clients, and visitors respectfully and professionally, addressing conflict constructively.
Perform other duties as assigned by the School Based Health Center BH Supervisor.