Clinician: Jail Diversion- 6919

Community Health Resources•Manchester, CT

9h•$55,683

About The Position

Within the Jail Diversion program, staff work within the courts and mental health systems to assist adult clients with mental health and/or substance abuse issues who are at risk of going to jail. The goal of the program is to divert unnecessary stays in the correctional system while providing clients with an opportunity to become involved in treatment. Successful involvement in the program helps a client to reduce or possibly eliminate charges on their record. As a Clinician, you will provide assessment and treatment interventions, conduct clinical and risk assessments, and collaborate with individuals to create person-centered treatment plans. This role involves working with clients to develop discharge plans, maintaining collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers, and providing crisis assessment and intervention. Care may be provided in various settings including office, home, residential, and community-based environments.

Requirements

Master’s Degree or higher in related field.
LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A required.
Valid Driver’s License for programs where transportation is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with trauma, mental illness and/or serious emotional disorders and/or substance use disorders preferred.
LCSW, LMFT, LPC, Licensed Psychologist preferred.
LADC may be substituted for LCSW, LMFT, LPC or Licensed Psychologist in some programs.

Responsibilities

Provides assessment and treatment interventions consistent with the program model.
Conducts clinical and risk assessments.
Collaborates with individuals to create individualized, person-centered treatment plans.
Demonstrates competency in age related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served.
Works with clients to develop appropriate discharge plans utilizing natural support.
Maintains collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers.
Provides crisis assessment and intervention to monitor status of clients in crisis.
May provide care in office, home, residential, and/or community-based settings based on program model and setting.
Responsible for maintaining client and staff records according to agency policy.
Provides coverage for team members during periods of absence.
Participates in weekly supervision, consultations, and meetings.
Transports clients using agency vehicles and/or personal vehicles based on program model and setting.
Participates in all required CHR training and obtains and/or maintains certification in an EBP if applicable.
In residential programs, therapists prioritize safety and physical presence, participating as full members of the milieu.
Additional responsibilities as required.

Benefits

Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years!
Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!
Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.
Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!
Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.
FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.
Annual wellness stipend.
FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families.
Fun activities like coloring contests, lunch & learns, office seasonal decorating contests, employee appreciation events, and more!
Up to 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions per issue, per year, for individuals, couples, & families through our EAP program.
Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!
Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.
Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.