Behavioral Health Clinician - MDFT - $2,000 Sign-On Bonus

Description

Clinicians will be paid a $2,000 sign-on bonus after successful completion of their 90-day introductory period!

UCFS strives to use person-centered care to improve the health and well-being of everyone in our community. Share in our vision of being Eastern CT’s best choice for patient-centered healthcare!

• We are currently seeking a Clinician to join our growing team to provide clinical services to adolescents and families, to address substance use, behavioral and mental health issues using the Multidimensional Family Therapy (MDFT) model.
• MDFT is a community-based program that uses a team approach when working with our clients.
• It provides a hybrid, flexible schedule, ongoing supervision and support as well as training in the MDFT model.
• Clinician will carry a maximum of 6 cases.
• Clinicians will be provided with specialized training resulting in certification as MDFT Therapist.

Expected Schedule

• Full-Time, 40 hours/week;
• Monday through
• Friday, 9:00am- 5:00pm

Essential Responsibilities

Assess, evaluate and diagnose mental, emotional, developmental and behavioral difficulties in adolescents and families Formulate treatment plans and treatment plan reviews based on assessments Provide MDFT core interventions to adolescents and families during weekly sessions Maintain line of communication with supervisor and support staff, and coordination of treatment with psychiatrists Maintains collaborative relationship with family members and other service providers Complete all required documentation within a timely manner Participate in MDFT trainings as required. Respond to crises by phone, assess need and implement appropriate level of care. A minimum of 25% (typically 80-85%) travel may be required; paid mileage Rotate after-hours on-call with program staff; paid on-call

• Why UCFS?
• Be part of a team where you can advance your clinical skills, make vital connections, and become an advocate for your clients and the community.
• You will have opportunities to cultivate and enhance your clinical skills through individual and group supervision, in-house training, and outside training.
• Our team is passionate about the services we provide and is committed to making a difference each day.