Clinician / Therapist

NAFI Connecticut | Rhode Island | New York is a dynamic multi-service agency at the forefront of youth and family support across Connecticut, Rhode Island and New York

NAFI CT is seeking a highly skilled and relational Therapist to facilitate therapeutic services and clinical oversight.  Each program provides treatment for adolescent males ages 13 to 20 with developmental disabilities and co-occurring psychiatric disorders. The home and its staff provide 24-hour supervision, clinical services, and unconditional support in an environment that allows for individualized treatment and subsequent planning. Successful individuals will provide clinical leadership and direction to achieve the clients therapeutic and permanency goals.  The Therapist is responsible for therapy and/or case management of assigned cases and for serving as the primary contact for family members and others who are involved with clients.  The Therapist is responsible for providing trauma informed clinical services to clients and their families through individual, group, and family therapy, both at the program and in the community, as dictated by program and/or treatment models. 

Primary responsibilities include:

• Assesses a client’s risk level and develops/implements a safety plan for each client
• Provides individual, group, and family therapy to families both at the program and in the community, as dictated by program and/or treatment models or seven clients
• Provides clinical consultation to program staff and other treatment team members
• Conducts the intake process, including processing all necessary paperwork
• Maintains regular contact with outside collaterals and families
• Writes comprehensive assessments, initial and quarterly treatment plans, progress notes, specific evidence-based paperwork, as required, and discharge summaries, in a timely fashion
• Attends conferences, planning meetings, and/or other relevant clinical meetings, as assigned
• Facilitates and coordinates clinical trainings in conjunction with management
• Prepares and maintains clinical documentation for each client, in accordance with agency and funding/licensing agency requirements
• Participates in the program’s on-call system, utilizing professional judgement to assist client(s) and families
• Behaves professionally, ethically, and collaboratively at all times with all clients, agency staff, staff of other service programs, and community members
• Demonstrates the ability to perform oral and/or physical interventions in the event of a client crisis, per program/contract requirements
• Completes other related duties as assigned
• Performs all duties in accordance with the agency’s policies and procedures

Our Exceptional Benefits: 

• Generous paid time off 
• 3-6 weeks’ vacation, 7 sick days and 11 paid holidays each year 

Employee Health and Wellness: 

• Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage
• (Reimbursements for fitness, weight loss, holistic health programs)  

• No cost employee assistance program 
• Voluntary employee focused wellness programs

Retirement and financial Planning: 

• Company matching 403b and no cost retirement consulting 
• Company paid for life Insurance and long-term disability 
• Public service loan forgiveness 
•  Insurance including accident, hospital indemnity, supplemental Life
•  Pet Insurance  
• Tuition reimbursement: Includes licensure fees, professional memberships

…and much much more! 

Desired Skills & Experience

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related field and two years of related experience, unless otherwise permitted by the licensing and/or funding source. Licensed or License-eligible required
• Experience with the client population
• High energy level and demonstrated ability to function in a team atmosphere
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication, conflict resolution and team building skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate via email and to utilize an electronic health record and Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and submit all time, including but not limited to time away as required by company policies
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and current, active auto insurance, where applicable
• Must possess the ability to read, write and speak English
• Must successfully meet and maintain all federal, state and/or local mandated background check requirements

Starting Salary: $58,000.00 / per year 

Inclusivity and Non-Discrimination Statement: 

• NAFI Connecticut, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other federal, state or local protected class. Inclusivity and removing barriers are important to us. We are passionate about instilling a sense of belonging, celebrating diverse perspectives, and offering equal opportunities for employees to contribute and grow. We encourage members of underrepresented or marginalized communities and all those that share in these beliefs to apply. 

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Salary : $58,000