IICAPS Counselor- IICAPS- 6663

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JOB TITLE: IICAPS Counselor

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time 40 hours/week

SCHEDULED HOURS: Monday-Friday; Day Shift 1-2 evenings required a week.

PROGRAM/LOCATION: IICAPS Manchester CT

PC#: 1408

ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Intensive In-Home Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Service (IICAPS)

Provides comprehensive community-based clinical case management and case coordination services for children and adolescents aged 3 to 18 who have a history of or at risk of hospitalization. The goals of IICAPS include stabilizing and maintaining children in their homes and communities developing strength-based comprehensive assessments and treatment plans and improving the childs relationships within his or her school family and community.

ABOUT THE POSITION: IICAPS Counselor

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists team member in conducting client intake information evaluations assessments referrals and releases of information.
• Informs clients and their families requirements for program completion.
• Informs clients of their rights and responsibilities.
• Provide individual family educational and wellness counseling.
• Use model tools and complete discharge summaries with clients and families.

• Understands specific model and uses concepts and model principals when appropriate to aid clients in understanding and managing their symptoms.
• Provides opportunities for clients and families to practice skills.
• Maintains family and other collateral contacts to ensure quality client-centered services.
• Assesses and involves natural supports in treatment planning and discharge processes.
• Provides case management clinical and crisis intervention supports as indicated. Works in close collaboration with assigned therapist and supervisor in event of crisis.
• Responsible for arranging aftercare clinical and non-clinical services.
• Demonstrates competency in topics of child development and provides trauma sensitive and culturally competent care.
• Uses EHR to document all services and contacts with clients collateral contacts and appointments.
• Responsible for accurate input of computer data.
• Participate as a full member of the team and attends all model required meetings and agency trainings.
• Other duties as related to the position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelors degree in human services required.

Experience: Experience in working with children who have behavioral health issues and families required. Preferred experience working in the home and community environment at least two (2) years experience in a mental health setting.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid drivers license.

Training: Will attend all required program trainings.

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*:

$20.65/hour and up commensurate upon experience.

*Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives. (Please note for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)

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!