On-Call Therapist FFT Foster Care- Per diem- 6657

Manchester, CT - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 31-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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JOB TITLE: FFT-FC On-Call Therapist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Per-diem

SCHEDULED HOURS: On call after hours and weekends rotating weeks. Some in-person response may be required

PROGRAM/LOCATION: Functional Family Therapy- Foster Care (FFT-FC); Manchester CT

ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Functional Family Therapy- Foster Care (FFT-FC) *Click here to learn more about the impact of working with FFT-FC

Interested in helping a foster child

Functional Family Therapy- Foster Care (FFT-FC) is an evidence-based in-home clinical intervention with a relational focus on the family unit for DCF-involved addition to clinical treatment FFT-FC also offers corresponding case management services with a Family Specialist. Birth Families and Foster Families are the primary unit of intervention. FFT-FC is built on the core FFT model; it is completed with the foster family and moves to your working with the birth family when the youth is preparing for reunification and after.

ABOUT THE POSITION: FFT-FC On-Call Therapist

Position Highlights

One-to-one supervision is provided.
Mileage reimbursement.
Flexible schedule.
Opportunity to diversify your clinical experience.
Supportive team environment and a great place to grow your career!

Duties & Responsibilities

Provides crisis assessment and intervention to monitor status of clients in crisis.
Demonstrates competency in age related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served.
Determines appropriate treatment services for assigned clients to assist them in staying in the community and resuming occupational educational and/or leisure activities.
Documents ongoing client progress and outcomes
Maintains collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers.
Responsible for Maintaining Client and Staff Records According to Agency Policy
Transports clients when necessary using agency vehicle and/or personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Masters Degree in mental health field

Experience: Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and experience as a psychotherapist working with people with mental illness and/or serious emotional disorders. Demonstrated training and experience in all aspects of mental health treatment assessment evaluation and provision of individual and family therapy. Relevant experience to program model to which individual is assigned.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: LCSW LMFT LPC or Licensed as Clinical Psychologist in State of CT preferred. LMSW LMFT-A or LPC-A required.

Why Join CHR

ð Award-Winning Workplace:

Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years!

ð Generous Time Off:

Enjoy ample paid time off including a special day off for your birthday!

ð Retirement Savings:

Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.

ð Comprehensive Insurance:

Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet auto and home insurance!

ð Education & Tuition Support:

Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness Nurse Corps NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.

ð Career Development:

FREE robust training curriculum featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning practical skill enhancement and professional growth!
Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.

ðª Wellness Program:

Annual wellness stipend.
FREE premium subscription to the Calm app for employees and their families.
Fun activities like coloring contests lunch & learns office seasonal decorating contests employee appreciation events and more!
Up to 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions per issue per year for individuals couples & families through our EAP program.

ð Employee Involvement:

Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!

ð Stay Informed:

Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.

ð And So Much More:

Many benefits are available to all staff regardless of the hours worked with some subject to eligibility.

Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting supportive and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!

COMPENSATION*:

$150 per week $200 for per week for holiday or $250 per week for major holiday plus $40.00/hr for face-to-face services

*Our per diem and fee for service positions offer a flat hourly rate.

CHR is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all to apply.

Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!