Per Diem Outpatient Child and Family Therapist

Connecticut Junior Republic (Cjr) • Danbury, CT

306d • $40 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinician provides clinical care within the scope of privileges granted to youth and families of the Wellness Center. This individual will provide support and logistical assistance to peer Clinicians. It is imperative that this individual will maintain a positive and optimistic attitude and will work collaboratively with internal and external providers to maintain effective and well-coordinated care. Flexible afternoon and evening hours. This Clinician would have a caseload of 10+ clients. Bilingual (Spanish speaking) preferred, but not required. Direct client care including individual, family, and group therapies, as well as case management services. Adhere to and implement Wellness Center policies and procedures related to clinical care. Engage in Supervision on a regular basis as Directed by Clinic Director and Medical Director. Produce thoughtful, clinically sound and high-quality written documentation including assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes. Communicate with the Clinic Director regularly, relating clinic utilization, clinic activities, and other clinic related issues. Liaison with community members around the function of and activities associated with the Wellness Center. Maintain all necessary paperwork as it relates to third party billing. Maintain files and ensure paperwork is filed in a timely fashion (within 24-48 hours completed).

Requirements

• Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work, Professional Counseling, Marriage and Family or a related field - Required.
• LMSW, LPCA or LMFTA - Required.
• Clinical experience and knowledge regarding adolescent development, mental illness, influences of trauma, and coping skills - Required.
• Knowledge of DSM and common diagnoses - Required.
• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to formulate and articulate diagnosis.
• Ability to work independently.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with individual therapy with adolescents as well as family therapy - Preferred but not required.
• Training or certification in evidenced based treatment such as TF-CBT.
• Experience with an Electronic Medical Record - Strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care to youth and families at the Wellness Center.
• Support and assist peer Clinicians logistically.
• Maintain a positive and optimistic attitude.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external providers.
• Manage a caseload of 10+ clients.
• Provide direct client care including individual, family, and group therapies.
• Adhere to Wellness Center policies and procedures.
• Engage in regular supervision as directed.
• Produce high-quality written documentation including assessments and treatment plans.
• Communicate regularly with the Clinic Director.
• Liaison with community members regarding Wellness Center activities.
• Maintain necessary paperwork for third party billing.
• Ensure timely filing of paperwork.

Benefits

• 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).
• 10%-20% tuition discount at many local educational institutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: Master's degree