What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapist: Child Residential- Brook House- 5737- 203 position at Community Health Resources (CHR)?
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JOB TITLE : Therapist
EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Full-Time, 35 hours / wk
SCHEDULED HOURS : Monday- Friday 10am- 6 : 30pm Flexibility
PROGRAM / LOCATION : Brook House, Enfield, CT
PC# : 1124
ABOUT THE PROGRAM : Brook House
A community based group home that provides 24 hour staffing and a built-in therapeutic component for 6 girls, aged 14-21 who have experienced trauma and loss, who have serious emotional and behavioral problems and who have lived in more restrictive programs or institutions. Brook House allows the girls to live in a more normal, natural setting within a community, while providing a high level of support and structure.
ABOUT THE POSITION : Therapist
Position Highlights
Great way to get your foot in the mental health field.
Opportunity to grow your skills and take part of trainings.
Grow invaluable relationships with the clients.
Duties & Responsibilities
Provides assessment and treatment interventions consistent with fidelity to evidence based model if applicable.
Documents ongoing client progress and outcomes
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 supports.
Maintains collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers
Provides crisis assessment and intervention to monitor status of clients in crisis.
Responsible for Maintaining Client and Staff Records According to Agency Policy
Participates in weekly supervision and meetings to review client and program progress.
Develops and provides therapeutic group therapy, individual, and family therapy
Additional responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Education : Master's Degree in mental health field
Experience : Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and experience as a psychotherapist working with people with mental illness and / or serious emotional disorders. Demonstrated training and experience in all aspects of mental health treatment, assessment, evaluation and provision of individual, group and family therapy. Relevant experience to program model to which individual is assigned.
Licensure / Certification / Registration : LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Licensed as Clinical Psychologist in State of CT. preferred, or may be license eligible
Why Join CHR?
Award-Winning Workplace :
Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 11 consecutive years!
Generous Time Off :
Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!
Retirement Savings :
Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.
Comprehensive Insurance :
Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!
Education & Tuition Support :
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.
Career Development :
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.
Wellness Program :
Annual wellness stipend.
FREE 24 / 7 confidential counseling sessions and a FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families.
Fun activities like virtual bring-your-pet-to-work lunches, weekly yoga, coloring contests, employee appreciation events, and more!
Employee Involvement :
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!
Stay Informed :
Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.
And So Much More :
Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.
Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!
COMPENSATION RANGE :
Starting at $53,372 / yr minimum, and up commensurate upon experience.
Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based off of a strict calculation process, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program / location differentials and / or sign-on incentives. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)
CHR is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that respects differences and honors the experience of our diverse staff. We encourage women, members of ethnic minorities, LGBTQ individuals, people with (dis)abilities, and veterans to apply.
Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!
Education
Required
Masters or better
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
LPCA
LMSW
LMFTA
LMFT Eligible
LPC Eligible
LCSW Eligible
Salary : $53,372
