Per Diem Outpatient Child and Family Therapist

As Needed Outpatient Child and Family Therapist
Danbury, CT 06810
In-Person (Not Remote)

About This Position:
The Clinician provides clinical care within the scope of privileges granted to youth and families of the CJR 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 CJR 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)

Qualifications:

• 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
• Experience with individual therapy with adolescents as well as family therapy - Preferred but not required
• Knowledge of DSM and common diagnosis’ - Required
• Training or certification in evidenced based treatment such as TF-CBT and experience with an Electronic Medical Record - Strongly preferred
• Excellent communication and written skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to formulate and articulate diagnosis
• Ability to formulate positive collaborative relationships with the community, funding sources, governmental relations and our client base
• Ability to work independently

Schedule Rate of Pay:

• Average 10-12 billing hours per week
  • Flexible work schedule
  • 90% afternoon and evening hours
• $40 per hour with a provisional license (LPCA, LMFT, LCSW)
• $50 per hour with LCSW, LPC, LMFT

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, per diem time employees will enjoy the following 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, 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!

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