Mental Health Clinician & Outpatient Clinician

Department: Mental Health Services Job Title: Licensed Outpatient Mental Health Clinician - Salary Exempt Position Summary: Provides a comprehensive array of direct clinical services to adults and families with mental health, intellectual and/or addiction disorders. Counsels and provides psychotherapeutic and rehabilitation services in individual and group settings to facilitate independence with identified treatment goals toward symptom management. Carries a clinical case load as assigned, coordinates services, including assessments and triage of clients. Performs other duties as assigned. Veterans and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE Client/Clinical Care: Establishes rapport and positive working relationships with clients while maintaining professional ethics and boundaries as a clinician. Carries clinical case load and provides clinical case management services, including referrals to appropriate levels of care as assigned Assesses, counsels, and provides psychotherapeutic treatment, rehabilitation, and care coordination for adults and families with mental illness and/or addiction disorders. Conducts intake assessments/psychosocial, mental health status, and diagnostic/functional assessments; translates this information into medically necessary, multidisciplinary treatment plans. Develops and maintains individualized plans of care for each client assigned. Meets outpatient productivity standards as set forth by Continuum of Care, Inc. Provides timely and accurate documentation for medical necessity billing of services provided. Assures pre-authorizations are complete for clients and that medical necessity standards are met. Facilitates/co-facilitates psycho-educational groups as indicated. Provides clinical triage to facilitate necessary services, such as inpatient hospitalization, when indicated. Responds to crisis situations and provides appropriate interventions as outlined in the agency policy for Nonviolent Practices. Collaborates with families, outside treaters, etc. to assure their integration into the treatment planning process, as indicated. Is fully involved in quality assurance/program evaluation efforts, including utilization of such data in day to day practice. Communicates actively with supervisor regarding any/all high-risk events, and other concerns highlighted by Program Director. Completes other duties assigned. Environmental Responsibilities: Maintains a clean, well-organized work environment including general office maintenance and vehicle inspections. Ensures that all egresses and walkways are clear to support workplace safety. Participates in property up-keep and sanitation of medication areas, common areas, kitchens, bathrooms, etc. as applicable to program site. Notifies supervisor of any maintenance and/or safety issues and generates work orders as needed. Conducts and participates in fire and emergency evacuation drills, and reviews the emergency preparedness plan as outlined in agency policy. Participates in Food Bank activities as assigned. Completes other designated environmental tasks as assigned. Quality Assurance: Adheres to policies and practices as outlined in the staff handbook and program operations manual. Consistently works in a respectful, constructive, professional, ethical, and cooperative manner with fellow staff and providers. Upholds all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations and secures all necessary releases of information for outside communication. Models culturally competent behavior interacting with clients, professionals/providers, and fellow staff. Maintains accurate electronic records and case files as assigned and in accordance with programming, contractual, licensing, and accreditation requirements. Adheres to the standards of the Council on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). Participates in agency committee work when available or as permitted. Completes all trainings as required per program contract and agency policy. Attends agency sponsored in-services, outside trainings, conferences and meetings to facilitate continued professional growth and ensure the quality of case management practices. Maintains license in good standing for which services delivered are required. Qualifications: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with a minimum of one (1) year experience working in the behavioral health field required. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a minimum of one (1) year experience working in the behavioral health field preferred. Prior experience working with people with severe and persistent mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and/or addiction. Valid Driver’s License with clean record is required and must be maintained. Knowledge of the community support system and resources is preferred. First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain certification within 90 days of hire. Employee is responsible to maintain ongoing certification. Proficient computer skills required, including Microsoft Office and electronic record keeping. The following Clinician positions are available with the following payrates listed below: LMSW, LPCA Rate: $32.18 ( Annual $66, 950) LCSW, LPC Rate: $37.14 (Annual $77, 230.40) Continuum offers excellent benefits, matching 401(k) plan, including a generous PTO package and 12 paid holidays compensated at Double Time! Mental Health Clinician: Emergency Housing Program- New Haven, CT: FT - Days and Hours TBD Outpatient Clinican- New Haven, CT: (This position requires a LCSW or LPC) FT ( Morning Shift) Days & Hours TBD Work Remotely: No Job Type: Part-time Pay: $32.18 - $37.14 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday On call People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): Have you ever been employed with Continuum of Care or Continuum Home Health? Yes or No Education: Master's (Required) Experience: Behavioral Health Counseling: 1 year (Required) post graduate working in the behavioral health field: 1 year (Required) License/Certification: Driver's License (Required) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Preferred) LMSW, LPCA, LCSW, LPC (Required) Work Location: In person