Join Our Behavioral Health Team

We are a small community hospital where your voice is heard and valued. We believe in sharing ideas and working together with staff to create innovative solutions that improve employee engagement and patient care.

About the Role

This position reports to the Adult Ambulatory Coordinator and/or to the Director of the Service and the Medical Director. As a mental health professional, you will provide direct and indirect clinical services to adults in need of mental health care, ensuring treatment that is age-appropriate and effective.

Key Responsibilities

• Crisis assessment and intake assessments
• Individual therapy, group therapy, and family therapy
• Treatment planning and case management
• Team/community collaboration and patient/family education
• Triage and discharge planning

Educational Requirements

A Masters degree and Connecticut licensure as a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) is required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) training and experience
• Familiarity with abuse and neglect reporting and duty-to-warn mandates
• Knowledge of community-based resources and pre-authorization and billing processes

Competencies

• Computer competency with Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Strong clinical skills, including team orientation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Flexibility in approach to meet service-specific and overall system needs

This role requires strong clinical skills, excellent communication, and a flexible approach to meeting the needs of our patients and staff. If you have a passion for improving mental health outcomes and working collaboratively with a dedicated team, we encourage you to apply.