Behavioral Health Clinician - Job# 448
New London and Meriden CT
Monday - Friday 35 hours per week
$60,000 per year
About the Job:
The Clinician provides limited, crisis management-oriented, individual and/or family therapy, as needed while the youth and family are awaiting an appointment with a qualified provider in their community to stabilize the family during emergencies or urgent circumstances. 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. Conducts intake, screening, and assessment to obtain basic but key information about the youth and family being served
Administers standardized screening tools and collects data as defined by program
Documents client related information in compliance with agency policy
Works collaboratively with youth, family and staff to gain an understanding of behaviors and identifying risk relevant factors that need to be addressed
Communicates in a positive, effective manner with clients, family, and all internal and external providers
Focus on Client Needs: Anticipate, understand, and respond to the needs of internal and external clients to meet or exceed their expectations within program parameters
Ability to communicate, cooperate and serve people from all cultural identities with respect, professionalism, integrity and fairness in a manner that recognizes the individuality of each person
Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance program effectiveness.
Regular and consistent attendance
Schedule & Rate of Pay: 35 hours per week Monday 9am-5pm
Tuesday 10am-6pm
Wednesday 10am-6pm
Thursday 9am-5pm
Friday 9am-5pm
You'd either work in our New London or Meriden CT office each day
1 hour lunch break each day
$60,000 salary
Minimum Qualification & Requirements: Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Practicing Counselor, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a minimum of 2 years’ experience
Juvenile Justice Experience
Demonstrated understanding of risk-needs-responsivity principles, and risk reduction initiatives
Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
Communication Proficiency
Collaboration Skills
Professional written and verbal communication skills
Full-time Benefits:
At CJR, we pride ourselves on creating a compassionate, culturally responsive work environment and offering a comprehensive benefits package that encourages and supports a healthy work/life balance. Joining our team, full-time employees will enjoy the following 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
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
About CJR:
A career at CJR is focused on working to ensure that every young person has an opportunity to thrive! CJR reaches across the state of Connecticut to deliver a broad continuum of care through our residential, education, wellness, and community-based programs. At CJR, you will experience a fulfilling career with an employer that encourages advancement, respects diversity, and rewards excellence!
CJR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for…