Licensed Clinician

CJR•Meriden, CT

4d•$60,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinician provides limited, crisis management-oriented individual and/or family therapy as needed while youth and families await an appointment with a qualified provider in their community. The role aims to stabilize families during emergencies or urgent circumstances. The Clinician maintains a positive and optimistic attitude and collaborates with internal and external providers to support effective, well-coordinated care. The position is based at either the Meriden or New London, Connecticut office. The schedule is 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with a one-hour lunch break each day. Work hours are Monday 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday 10 a.m.–6 p.m., and Thursday and Friday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. The annual salary is $60,000.

Requirements

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Practicing Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
At least 2 years of experience.
Juvenile justice experience.
Demonstrated understanding of risk-needs-responsivity principles and risk-reduction initiatives.
Personal effectiveness and credibility.
Communication proficiency.
Collaboration skills.
Professional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Conduct intake, screening, and assessment to obtain key information about youth and families.
Administer standardized screening tools and collect data as defined by the program.
Document client-related information in compliance with agency policy.
Collaborate with youth, families, and staff to understand behaviors and identify relevant risk factors to address.
Communicate positively and effectively with clients, families, and internal and external providers.
Anticipate, understand, and respond to internal and external client needs within program parameters.
Communicate, cooperate with, and serve people from all cultural identities with respect, professionalism, integrity, and fairness, recognizing each person's individuality.
Work cooperatively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance program effectiveness.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance.

Benefits

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.
Paid vacation, with unused time eligible for carryover.
Paid sick time, with unused time eligible for carryover.
Paid holiday time separate from vacation time.
Floating holidays separate from paid vacation and holiday time.
Annual monetary incentives.
Tuition assistance.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Career growth opportunities.
Company celebrations and employee recognition program.
Employee discounts on cell phones and computers.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer for Federal Student Aid.
10%–20% tuition discounts at many local educational institutions, including those listed by the CT Nonprofit Alliance.