Outreach Therapist- Intensive In-Home Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Service (IICAPS) - CHR Career Opportunities : Job Details

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Job Title: Outreach Therapist

Employment Type: Full-time, 40 hours/week

Scheduled Hour: Monday-Friday; flexible schedule 8am-8pm with 2 evenings required.

Program/Location: Intensive In-Home Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Service (IICAPS); Willimantic, CT

About the Program: Intensive In-Home Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Service (IICAPS)

Provides comprehensive community-based clinical, case management, and case coordination services for children and adolescents aged 3 to 18, who have a history of or at risk of hospitalization. The goals of IICAPS include stabilizing and maintaining children in their homes and communities, developing strength-based comprehensive assessments and treatment plans, and improving the child's relationships within his or her school, family, and community.

About the Position: Outreach Therapist

Position Highlights:

• Flexible schedule based on client availability.
• Supervision provided weekly and supportive team environment.
• No on-call requirements on weekends, or holidays.
• Company car
• Productivity bonuses quarterly to those who are eligible.
• Opportunity to diversify your clinical experience.
• Create a lasting impact on the lives of children and their families.
• Voted a Top Workplace in CT for the last 11 years in a row!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides assessment and treatment interventions consistent with the program model.
• Conducts clinical and risk assessments.
• Collaborates with individuals to create individualized, person-centered treatment plans.
• 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 support.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers.
• Provides crisis assessment and intervention to monitor status of clients in crisis.
• May provide care in office, home, residential, and/or community-based settings based on program model and setting.
• Responsible for maintaining client and staff records according to agency policy.
• Provides coverage for team members during periods of absence.
• Participates in weekly supervision, consultations, and meetings.
• Transports clients using agency vehicles and/or personal vehicles based on program model and setting.
• Participates in all required CHR training and obtains and/or maintains certification in an EBP if applicable.
• In residential programs, therapists prioritize safety and physical presence, participating as full members of the milieu.
• Additional responsibilities as required.

Qualifications:

Education: Master's Degree or higher in related field.

Experience: Experience working with trauma, mental illness and/or serious emotional disorders and/or substance use disorders preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A required. LCSW, LMFT, LPC, Licensed Psychologist preferred. Other training may be required based on program. Valid Driver's License for programs where transportation is required.

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: 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!

Starting at $60,496/yr min., and up commensurate upon experience.

CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply. Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!