Clinician - Adult Services
Listed on 2026-08-22
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Healthcare
Mental Health, Community Health
The Village has been strengthening families and transforming livesfor more than 200 years. As one of the first agencies in the nation toprovide homes for neglected children, our mission remains unwavering:
to build a community of strong, healthy families who protect and nurture children.
Today, we serve children, adults, and families across Greater Hartford through comprehensive behavioral health, early childhood andyouth development, and substance use treatment services.
Recognized as a Connecticut Top Workplace for six consecutive years
—with national honors for culture and DEI—you’ll join an organization deeply committed to your growth, well-being, andlong-term success.
Explore more about working with us:
thevillage.org/careers
$5,000 sign-on bonus
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) through Health Stream and additional training opportunities
Professional license reimbursement
A workplace culture rooted in compassion, collaboration, and equity
About the RoleWe are seeking passionate, skilled clinicians to join our Adult Services team. This position offers two unique pathways—both combiningoutpatient clinical work with impactful community-based services.
Option 1:Adult Outpatient Clinic + Acute Community Support Team (ACST)
50% providing individual, group, and case management services inour Adult Outpatient Clinic
50% delivering higher-level, community-based care through ACST,supporting adults with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness
Engage clients in homes, shelters, and community settings
Support access to treatment, stabilize symptoms, coordinate care,and foster improved quality of life
Model based on SAMHSA's ACT framework
Option 2:Adult Outpatient Clinic + Contracted Community Program
50% providing outpatient clinical services
50% working off-site with young women (ages 16–24) who have experienced significant trauma
Support clients involved with state systems, young parents, andthose with limited employment history
Build trust through community-based engagement (in-home, in-shelter)
Collaborate closely with program staff to coordinate care and strengthen behavioral health outcomes
Key ResponsibilitiesConduct comprehensive clinical assessments and engagement
Determine DSM-V diagnoses in collaboration with supervisory ormedical staff
Develop, implement, and adjust treatment plans
Provide case management and discharge planning, includingcommunity linkages
Complete all required clinical documentation in accordance with agency, HIPAA, and funding standards
Meet productivity expectations
Participate in peer consultation and quality assurance reviews
Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to addressclient and program needs
Identify service gaps and contribute to program improvements
Maintain competency in evidence-based models used by the agency
Engage in professional development planning with supervisor
Contribute to agency committees, task forces, and community partnerships
Experience and Skills Education & QualificationsMaster's degree in social work, psychology, or related counseling field
Active Connecticut license required (LCSW, LPC,LMFT, Psychologist)
Minimum 2+ years post?graduate outpatientexperience (program?dependent)
Bilingual/bicultural candidates strongly encouraged
Demonstrated cultural competency and experience with diverse populations
Strong diagnostic, assessment, and therapeutic skills acrossindividual, family, and group modalities
Knowledge of behavioral health and child welfare systems, and community resources
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to work independently while seeking consultation as needed
Proficiency with basic computer and documentation systems
If you're driven by purpose, energized by community work, and readyto make a meaningful impact in the lives of adults and families, we'dlove to meet you.
As a Village employee, you should feel confident that your healthand well-being is one of our highest priorities.
The Village offers a comprehensive flexible benefits packaged designed to aid in the health and well-being of our employees and their dependents.
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