Clinician, Outpatient

EMPLOYER INFORMATION Clifford Beers Community Care Center (CBCCC) is a mental health clinic serving children and families. Our mission is to provide integrated services addressing mental, physical, and social determinants in order to improve health, resiliency and quality of life for children, families and communitiesPURPOSEUnder supervision, the position of Clinician is responsible for delivering comprehensive therapeutic assessment and ongoing clinical services to clients primarily between the ages of 3 and 24 (some older, adult clients are possible as part of your caseload) and for coordinating services and resources for clients in need.

This includes, but is not limited to individual, group and family therapy as well as clinical case management. Strong writing skills and organizational skills are imperative to this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Conducting biopsychosocial assessments; making a preliminary formulation and diagnosis as well as developing goals with the family

Regularly utilizing other staff disciplines in the development, re-evaluation or referral of cases to ensure the best treatment plan for the client

Conducting intensive, short and long-term psychotherapy, as well as case management for assigned clients and families utilizing a variety of approved treatment models and interventions appropriate to case and situation

Handling clinical emergencies as necessary

Acting as liaison between client, school and other community agencies providing services to client

Regularly participating in meetings and in-service training programs as a vital team member of the clinic.

Works 3 evenings (until 8p) per week, with some flexibility, to codesign schedule with supervisor based on scheduling needs

Other related job duties as assigned by SupervisorTRAVELThis role may require travel throughout the Greater New Haven area as needed ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Indoors, Environmentally controlled with occasional exposure to outdoor weather

Close physical proximity to coworkers and clientsCOMPETENCIESMust demonstrate the following competencies:

Diversity and Inclusion Foster an environment in which all members of the CBCCC community, from staff to partners and clients, are treated equitably and are able to contribute fully and meaningfully to the mission of CBCCC. Employees must make every effort to:

Treat others with respect

Practice cultural humility

Elicit and welcome different points of view

Integrity

Act ethically with honesty and consistency regardless of the situation. Employees must make every effort to:

Be accountable for his or her own actions

Make decisions based on what is better for the families and employees

Build and maintain trust among co-workers and our families

Uphold honesty in all actions

Excellence

Commitment to deliver outstanding practices in both managing the organization, service delivery, and collaborating with partners. Employees must make every effort to:

Utilize data and research to provide the highest quality of care Regularly participate in professional development to stay abreast of most recent and progressive practices

Promote continuous quality assessment and improvement

Communication

The ability to express oneself clearly and professionally both in writing, conversations, and in nonverbal communication with others. Employees must make every effort to:

Oral Communication Speak clearly and in an organized manner that can be easily understood

Express ideas concisely and respectfully

Summarize or paraphrase his/her understanding of what others have said to verify understanding and prevent miscommunication

Hold themselves accountable for pitch, speed, tone and volume of voice while speaking

Show understanding of professional and cultural implications of body posture, stance, gestures, proximity to listener, facial expressions and appearance

Written Communication Write clear and concise sentences devoid of grammatical and spelling errors

Tailor writing style to the audience of the message

Write in a respectful and tactful mannerAAP Statement Clifford Beers Community Care Center (CBCCC), is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic…