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JOB TITLE:                             Bilingual Outpatient Therapist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:         Fee For Service,  19 hours/week

SCHEDULED HOURS:          Monday-Friday; Flexible schedule

PROGRAM/LOCATION:      OP East Hartford, East Hartford, CT

ABOUT THE PROGRAM: East Hartford Outpatient:

East Hartford Outpatient (EHOP) therapists have the unique opportunity to provide therapy to adults, children and families. Therapists see clients in person and through telehealth for diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, individual and family therapy sessions. Opportunities for case consultation, supervision, training and professional growth are provided.

We’re looking for people who:

• Are committed to providing a trusting, engaging and collaborative environment to your clients.


• Want the support of an agency to help with billing, scheduling and other tools to help you focus your time on delivering clinical interventions with your clients.


• Desire to be a part of a small, supportive team.


• Want opportunities for training in evidence-based models like TF-CBT or MATCH-ADTC.         

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 duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: License eligible Masters or Doctorate Degree in behavioral 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, LPC, LMFT preferred; LMSW, LPCA, LMFTA required. 

Bilingual in Spanish: Required

Why Join CHR?

🏆 Award-Winning Workplace:

• Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 10 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*:        

$40.00/hour 

*Our per diem and fee for service positions offer a flat hourly rate.

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!