Therapist Assistant Multi-Dimensional Family Therapy- 6730

East Hartford, CT - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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JOB TITLE: Therapist Assistant

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time 40 hours/wk

SCHEDULED HOURS: Monday-Friday Flexible 9am-8pm

PROGRAM/LOCATION: MultiDimensional Family Therapy East Hartford CT

PC#: 2164

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:MultiDimensional Family Therapy (MDFT)

Come join a reflective and collaborative team that nurtures the growth of each other to provide excellent clinical care to teens and their families.

MDFT is a family-focused treatment that transforms young lives and sets the course for a better future. We provide intensive in-home and in-office family individual and parent therapy for adolescents struggling with at risk behaviors such as substance misuse behavioral problems and family conflict.

ABOUT THE POSITION: Bilingual Outreach Therapist; Learn More About The Position

Duties & Responsibilities

Provides case management support to clients and their families in person over the phone through use of text messaging and in the community.
Understands MDFT model and uses concepts when appropriate to aid clients in understanding and managing their symptoms and their recovery.
Collaborates with MDFT therapists supervisor and other relevant clinical team members to coordinate and deliver services to clients. Works in close collaboration with assigned therapist or supervisor in the event that clinical or crisis intervention is needed.
Maintains family and other collateral contacts to ensure quality client-centered services.
Assesses and involves natural supports in treatment planning and discharge processes whenever possible.
Demonstrates competency in topics of substance use and recovery mental health child development and provides trauma sensitive and culturally competent care.
Ensures that urinalyses are completed as required by model.
Responsible for documenting all services and contacts with clients collateral contacts and appointments according to agency and model standards.
Attends all program and MDFT required meetings and trainings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelors degree in human services required.

Experience: At least two (2) years experience in a substance use setting preferred. Demonstrated orientation toward serving people with substance use and/or mental health issues in their community required.

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*:

Starting at $20/hour minimum and up commensurate upon experience.

*Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based off of 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!

Required Experience:

Junior IC