Bilingual Multi-Systemic Therapy (MST) Clinician

CJR•Waterbury, CT

8d•$70,000 - $77,100•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Our Team as a Bilingual Multi-Systemic Therapy (MST) Clinician! Location: Waterbury, CT 06702 Full-Time: 35 hours/week Salary: $70,000 - $72,100 Onboarding Incentive: $5,000 Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth and families? At CJR, we’re dedicated to helping young people thrive by providing innovative, community-based services. We’re seeking a compassionate, bilingual (Spanish/English) MST Clinician to join our team and deliver impactful treatment to youth facing behavioral challenges.

Requirements

A Master’s Degree in Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, Counseling, or a related field.
Valid clinical license (LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A).
Strong therapeutic, advocacy, and crisis intervention skills.
Bilingual in Spanish and English - ability to communicate effectively with clients and families.
Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team.
Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Experience working with youth and families preferred, but we’re happy to train the right candidate.

Responsibilities

Meet Families in Their Homes and Community Settings: Initiate contact within 48 hours of referral to build trust and establish strong therapeutic relationships.
Deliver Intensive, Tailored MST Treatment: Work directly with youth aged 12-17 and their families, developing personalized treatment plans that focus on strengths and address challenges like delinquency and substance use.
Facilitate Behavior Change in Natural Environments: Help families develop and strengthen natural support networks, including school, community, and home settings.
Collaborate with a Multidisciplinary Team: Participate in team meetings with supervisors, probation officers, and other professionals to coordinate care and share insights.
Track Progress and Document Outcomes: Write monthly reports on youth progress, discuss treatment milestones with referring agencies, and plan next steps.
Support Families Through Transitions: Conduct ending sessions to review progress and celebrate success stories, ensuring families feel empowered and equipped for continued growth.
Be an Advocate and Cultural Liaison: Use your bilingual skills to serve diverse families, ensuring communication is clear, respectful, and culturally sensitive.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), tuition assistance, and more:
Low-cost Medical Insurance Plan option
Medical, Dental and 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)
Generous Paid Sick Time (unused time eligible for carry over)
Paid Holiday Time (separate from vacation time)
Floating Holidays (separate from paid vacation time and paid holiday time)
Annual monetary incentives
Tuition Assistance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
Career Growth Opportunities
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