Therapist: Department of Corrections Hartford- 7048

CHR Career•Enfield, CT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Corrections program provides medication assisted therapy services to incarcerated individuals. The Therapist will provide assessment and treatment interventions consistent with the program model, conduct clinical and risk assessments, and collaborate with individuals to create individualized, person-centered treatment plans. The role requires demonstrating competency in age-related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served, working with clients to develop appropriate discharge plans utilizing natural support, and maintaining collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers. The Therapist will also provide crisis assessment and intervention, potentially provide care in various settings, maintain client and staff records, provide coverage for team members, participate in supervision and meetings, and may transport clients. Participation in required training and EBP certification is expected. In residential programs, therapists prioritize safety and physical presence, participating as full members of the milieu. Additional responsibilities may be assigned.

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 or Master’s Degree in related mental health field eligible for LADC may be substituted for LCSW, LMFT, LPC or Licensed Psychologist in some programs.
Other training may be required based on program.

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

Ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!
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.
Exciting learning collaborative fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Join employee-led resource groups, DEI Council, and Wellness Committee.
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.