Clinician III

Why CMHA? Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc. (CMHA) is a private non\-profit treatment provider headquartered in New Britain, with seven locations throughout the city and in Waterbury. We partner with clients and the community to promote recovery from mental illness and substance use, treating more than 7,500 adults and children each year. CMHA is Connecticut’s first fully Joint Commission accredited Behavioral Health Home and is a SAMHSA Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). Visit cmhacc.org to learn more. Internal mobility and career pathing is a focus at CMHA with many employees growing from individual contributors to leaders. CMHA is looking to hire full\-time Clinician III on our Adult Outpatient team. This position will be located at 233 Main St. New Britain, CT 06051\. Monday\-Friday, 8:30am\-4:30pm. Compensation Range: The salary range for this position starts at $70,500 Compensation for each position is determined not only by years of relevant experience, education, and skills, but also by maintaining internal pay equity. CMHA also takes into consideration our benefits and paid time\-off package to provide a well\-rounded and competitive approach to the applicant’s overall compensation. Summary: The Clinician III role will provide assessment and clinical treatment to all clients presented to the program by utilizing individual treatments inclusive of individual, family and group therapy to address identified client needs. Assists Program Manager in the supervisory and administrative aspects of the program as assigned. Represents and promotes CMHA at various community and professional forums. Essential Responsibilities and Target Outcomes: Completes assessment tool, integrates pertinent information to establish diagnosis, and analyzes data to create clinical formulation within designated timeframe. Develops achievable goals with client; with measurable and behavioral objectives within designated timeframes. Monitors treatment progress and provides updates within identified timeframes and as necessary. Performs individual, family and group treatment utilizing evidence based practices to facilitate positive strength\-based change. Collaborates with other providers by providing all pertinent clinical information in a timely manner. Responds to crisis situations and triages appropriately, communicating clearly with professionals –internal and external – to meet presenting client needs. Provides referrals and linkage to community and internal resources as necessary to address client need. Secures reimbursement by obtaining authorizations, providing accurate documentation and the submitting progress notes in a timely manner. Completes documentation within designated timeframes as established by CMHA and external regulatory agencies. Assists supervisor in the day\-to\-day clinical management of designated program and specific grants as assigned. Provides effective clinical supervision to interns and staff as assigned that focuses on maximizing clinical and administrative performance. Represents and promotes CMHA at community functions and required meetings and communicates potential client/community needs to senior management that will assist in future program development. Performs other related duties as assigned. Education: Master’s Degree in behavioral health (psychology, social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy or alcohol and drug counseling). Credentials and Licenses: Must have a Connecticut license as a LCSW, LMFT, LPC, Ph.D., or LADC as appropriate for services. Experience: Successful experience working with the co\-occurring population in individual and group treatment, preferably a minimum of two years. Successful experience in the supervision of clinical staff and/or clinical interns, preferably a minimum of one year. Beginner to intermediate experience with Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook. Experience in, or the ability to learn how to use an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system which includes appointment scheduling, authorization tracking, assessments, treatment plans, progress notes and discharge summaries. Competencies: Behavioral Skill Sets Knowledge of physical, medical, and pharmacological issues related to substance abuse. Educates clients on issues associated with chemical dependency treatment using a harm reduction approach Knowledge of Mental Health Disorders and the evidence based treatment methods to treat the various disorders (CBT, DBT, EMDR, ETC…). Ability to utilize the DSM\-V and identify clinical diagnoses in formulation of appropriate Treatment for clients. Excellent communication skills, ability to press ideas clearly and objectively orally and in writing as necessary. Ability to maintain client confidentiality in accordance to CMHA policy, and state and federal regulations. Awareness/sensitivity to all types of issues related to client diversity. Effective interpersonal skills, ability to problem solve, use good judgment and work independently. Flexibility and ability to adapt creatively to stressful situations. We care about our employees by offering benefits that strike a harmonious work\-life balance. We also care about your future. CMHA offers: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance packages. 403(b)\-retirement savings plan with CMHA matching starting after 1 year of service. 11 observed holidays. 3 Wellbeing days off on a Friday throughout the year to extend a long weekend. 2 CHMA/Personal days to use throughout the calendar year. Up to 24 days of PTO that increases with years of service. Paid agency closure between Christmas and New Year’s (except 24/7 programs) \must be approved annually. Company paid Life Insurance and Long\-Term Disability. A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that offers counseling, coaching, and wellness resources for staff as well as members of their household. Higher education tuition discounts at participating schools through the Alliance’s academic partnerships. Free ongoing professional development opportunities and continuous access to Continuing Education Units (CEUs), featuring comprehensive training in Evidence\-Based Practices, such as EMDR, DBT, and CBT. Employee discounts for shopping, the New Britain YMCA, travel, and entertainment. Free employee subscriptions to the calm app. Annual Company Picnic. CMHA\-sponsored Loan Reimbursement Program and Scholarship Program. Free Student Loan Wellness for eligible employees and their family members access to: + Student loan consolidation and refinancing. + Loan payoff projection dashboard. + Coaching and support via chat, email, and phone. + College cost calculator. + College financial planning. + 3 NHSC\-approved sites for federal student loan repayment. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Enhancement for eligible employees’ access to: + Automated Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) form management for past and present employers. + Automated reminders for annual (PSLF) recertifications to help you stay on track. + Resources and ongoing communications that make PSLF understandable. + The opportunity to receive the national average of $72,000\.00 in forgiveness. Community Mental Health Affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer except in the case of a bon fide occupation qualification or as otherwise permitted or required by law, does not discriminate of the basis of race, color, age, disability, sec, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical condition including by not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familiar status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws. Any individual needing assistance completing an online application should contact CMHA's Human Resources Department at Careers@cmhacc.org**.*