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Residential Clinician

Litchfield, CT 06759

35 hours per week

Job Description :

The Clinician will provide individual and family therapy to all Community Diversion residents using Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Their primary responsibility is to maintain or re-establish family connections and address family conflict as appropriate; assess client and family needs, develop treatment plans, make appropriate connections to aftercare services in conjunction with the Case Manager, monitor progress, communicate closely with all members of treatment team, and deliver appropriate interventions as indicated by treatment plan. Coordinate home passes for child and family as treatment progresses and child moves towards discharge. Inform all aftercare referrals based on clinical findings.

At assignment of referral- the Case Manager will schedule and complete the screening, admission, and intake to the 16-bed residential youth program
In the event, there are concerns raised in the screening process, the Case Manager (CM) will share this information with the Clinical Program Director to initiate a meeting with Probation and The Judicial Branch Court Support Services Division (JBCSSD) Program Monitor
The Clinical Program Director will manage the assignment of cases to the CM. While maintaining a balance is the goal- the case load will vary based on client and family need, language considerations, and case manager availability
Become trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Lite and support the program milieu with achieving DBT proficiency around skill use and recognition as well as coaching of youth
Provides case management and re-entry / transition planning connecting youth to community resources, employment in their local community, and support re-connecting youth to their community school
Participate in weekly MDT team meeting and provide updates on re-entry
Input all case management documentation into the Electronic Client Records (ECR) as well data into CDCS within timelines outlined by CSSD
Preparedness, family needs, community challenges, educational / vocational needs, aftercare referrals
Caseload will vary based on program needs and if vacancies arise as all youth will need to be serviced
Work with adolescents to develop a resume, obtain a State of Connecticut identification card and support vocational exploration programs
When a youth is experiencing challenges in the program, that warrant meetings with the case manager will participate in said meetings as available
In the event aftercare services are delayed in starting, the Case Manager will support the adolescents in the community for up to sixty (60) days to ensure that the adolescent is connected to a school, prosocial activities, and employment as appropriate
Transport adolescents to appointments, for community reintegration efforts and to facilitate family visitation / sessions and home passes as available
Facilitates and co-facilitate groups as needed (Restorative Justice, Harm Circles, Re-Entry Circles, Mindfulness Groups, Life Skills Groups, etc.)

Qualifications & Requirements : :

Master’s Degree and appropriate Licensure (LCSW / LMFT / LPC), provisional license required; full licensure preferred

Experience working with at-risk or court-involved adolescents – Required

Knowledge of strengths-based and trauma sensitive programming – Preferred

Valid driver’s license and no traffic violations on record as driving to conduct family sessions in the community is an expectation of the job – Required

Excellent documentation and writing skills – Required

On-call availability (at minimum once a week per month; in a rotation with other team members) – Required

Strong professional verbal communication and written skills – Required

Schedule & Rate of Pay :

Monday through Friday 8 : 30am-4 : 30pm or 9 : 00am-5 : 00pm

Must be flexible- evenings and / or weekends availability if needed for clinical sessions and to accommodate family schedules and / or clinical emergencies

Total of 35 hours per week – Salary paying position

65,000 to $72,000 per year based on licensure, completed education, skills and qualifications (such as being able to fluently speak Spanish)

CJR 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, you will enjoy the following benefits :

Company vehicle will be provided

Free daily nutritious meals will be provided each shift

Low-cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plan Options

Medical, Dental & 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)

Paid Holiday Time (separate from vacation time)

Floating Holidays (separate from paid vacation time and holiday time off)

Annual Monetary Incentives

Tuition Assistance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

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 employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry. We embrace the competitive advantage of diversity.

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Salary : $65,000 - $72,000

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