Clinician II - Full-time - 1st shift - Mon-Fri
Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc. (CMHA), New Britain, CT, United States
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.
Position Details
CMHA is looking to hire a full‑time Clinician I or II for our Adult Outpatient Program. This position will be located at our Bristol location, Monday – Friday, 9:00 am‑5:00 pm.
Compensation
Clinician II – Annual salary range starts at $68,500.
Clinician II are eligible for a $7,000 sign‑on.
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.
Position Summary
Serves as an active part of a multidisciplinary team that provides assessment and therapeutic services to adults, children and/or adolescents who present with a wide range of significant behavioral health needs. Treatment is aimed at assisting individuals and/or families by helping them develop the skills necessary to improve their quality of life.
Essential Responsibilities
Maintains all trainings and certifications as required by program model.
Completes documentation within designated timeframes as established by CMHA and external regulatory agencies.
Performs comprehensive intake assessment that results in diagnosis and recommendations for psychiatric and substance abuse treatment for adults and/or children.
Completes assessment tools, integrates pertinent information to establish diagnosis, and analyzes data to create clinical formulation within designated timeframe.
Performs individual, family and/or group treatment utilizing evidence‑based practices to facilitate positive strength‑based change.
Develops achievable goals with client, with measurable and behavioral objectives within designated timeframes. Monitors treatment progress and provides updates within identified timeframes and as clinically indicated.
Collaborates with other providers by providing all pertinent clinical information in a timely manner.
Responds to crisis situations and triages appropriately, communicating clearly with internal and external providers/stakeholders to meet presenting client needs.
Provides referrals and linkage to community and internal resources as necessary to address client need.
Completes documentation within designated timeframes as established by CMHA and external regulatory agencies.
Secures reimbursement for services rendered by submitting accurate documentation in a timely manner.
Adheres to all state, federal, Joint Commission and other oversight regulations.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
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.
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering counseling, coaching, and wellness resources for staff and household members.
Higher education tuition discounts at participating schools through academic partnerships.
Free ongoing professional development opportunities and continuous access to 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
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
Automated 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.
Opportunity to receive the national average of $72,000.00 in forgiveness.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Community Mental Health Affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer except in the case of a bona fide occupation qualification or as otherwise permitted or required by law, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or family status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.
How to Apply
Any individual needing assistance with completing an online application should contact CMHA’s Human Resources Department at
Careers@cmhacc.org .
Qualifications
Requirements
Must have a Connecticut license as an LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Ph.D. as appropriate for services.
Will be certified in MANDT, first aid, and CPR.
Valid Connecticut Driver’s License.
Preferred Qualifications
Beginner to intermediate experience with Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook.
Experience in an electronic medical record (EMR) system.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Job ID#456
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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.
Position Details
CMHA is looking to hire a full‑time Clinician I or II for our Adult Outpatient Program. This position will be located at our Bristol location, Monday – Friday, 9:00 am‑5:00 pm.
Compensation
Clinician II – Annual salary range starts at $68,500.
Clinician II are eligible for a $7,000 sign‑on.
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.
Position Summary
Serves as an active part of a multidisciplinary team that provides assessment and therapeutic services to adults, children and/or adolescents who present with a wide range of significant behavioral health needs. Treatment is aimed at assisting individuals and/or families by helping them develop the skills necessary to improve their quality of life.
Essential Responsibilities
Maintains all trainings and certifications as required by program model.
Completes documentation within designated timeframes as established by CMHA and external regulatory agencies.
Performs comprehensive intake assessment that results in diagnosis and recommendations for psychiatric and substance abuse treatment for adults and/or children.
Completes assessment tools, integrates pertinent information to establish diagnosis, and analyzes data to create clinical formulation within designated timeframe.
Performs individual, family and/or group treatment utilizing evidence‑based practices to facilitate positive strength‑based change.
Develops achievable goals with client, with measurable and behavioral objectives within designated timeframes. Monitors treatment progress and provides updates within identified timeframes and as clinically indicated.
Collaborates with other providers by providing all pertinent clinical information in a timely manner.
Responds to crisis situations and triages appropriately, communicating clearly with internal and external providers/stakeholders to meet presenting client needs.
Provides referrals and linkage to community and internal resources as necessary to address client need.
Completes documentation within designated timeframes as established by CMHA and external regulatory agencies.
Secures reimbursement for services rendered by submitting accurate documentation in a timely manner.
Adheres to all state, federal, Joint Commission and other oversight regulations.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
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.
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering counseling, coaching, and wellness resources for staff and household members.
Higher education tuition discounts at participating schools through academic partnerships.
Free ongoing professional development opportunities and continuous access to 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
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
Automated 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.
Opportunity to receive the national average of $72,000.00 in forgiveness.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Community Mental Health Affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer except in the case of a bona fide occupation qualification or as otherwise permitted or required by law, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or family status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.
How to Apply
Any individual needing assistance with completing an online application should contact CMHA’s Human Resources Department at
Careers@cmhacc.org .
Qualifications
Requirements
Must have a Connecticut license as an LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Ph.D. as appropriate for services.
Will be certified in MANDT, first aid, and CPR.
Valid Connecticut Driver’s License.
Preferred Qualifications
Beginner to intermediate experience with Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook.
Experience in an electronic medical record (EMR) system.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Job ID#456
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