Senior Clinician, Adult Behavioral Health

BONUS ELIGIBLE $10,000

Join our vibrant community hospital where your insights matter We foster an environment where ideas are shared, leading to innovative strategies that enhance both employee engagement and patient care.

What we offer:

• Generous Vacation time front-loaded based on budgeted hours—for example, 40 hours/week yields 26 days per year
• Sick Time accrual
• Comprehensive 401(k), Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and Voluntary Benefit Options
• Tuition Reimbursement—available after just 3 months of employment
• Free Parking at all work sites: MMH—Employee Parking garage and parking lot, RGH—Parking lot
• Perk Spots—enjoy discounts at local retailers, restaurants, travel, and childcare centers
• Career Growth opportunities through career ladders, committee involvement, and more.

This position will primarily focus on the older adult population.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This role, reporting to the Adult Ambulatory Coordinator and/or the Director of Service and Medical Director, involves providing direct and indirect clinical services to adults requiring mental health support. Responsibilities include client treatment, crisis assessment, intake assessments, individual and group therapy, case management, treatment planning, and patient/family education. As needed, you may provide flexible coverage across other Behavioral Health services. You will create a compassionate environment guided by our core values: Teamwork, Communication, Respect, and Caring.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• This position requires a Master's degree and Connecticut licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
• Incumbents must maintain a valid driver's license with public passenger endorsement, ensure a clean driving record, and complete a driving safety program upon hire and annually thereafter for participation in the Fleet Vehicle Program as outlined in the Eastern Connecticut Health Network's Environment of Care Safety Policies and Procedures.

EXPERIENCE:

• Required competencies in level of care and age-specific needs.
• Preferred skills in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and familiarity with abuse and neglect reporting, community resources, and pre-authorization/billing processes.

COMPETENCIES:

• Computer proficiency, including basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook, alongside strong clinical, written, and verbal communication skills in English.
• Flexibility to meet both service-specific and overall system needs.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and function autonomously when necessary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Disclaimer: Job descriptions are intended to accurately reflect the primary duties and responsibilities of the position, which may evolve over time.

1. Engage actively in individual or group clinical supervision, presenting cases, identifying areas for improvement, and welcoming feedback.
2. Understand the impact of your behavior on peers and clients, evidenced by self-assessment in supervision.
3. Organize and conceptualize data from a defined theoretical perspective, reflected in documentation and case presentations.
4. Respect cultural differences in treatment approaches as noted in documentation and team meetings.
5. Generate accurate clinical case formulations and identify feasible treatment goals through documentation and team discussions.
6. Demonstrate warmth, genuineness, and empathy, treating patients as whole individuals with unique strengths and needs.
7. Collaborate with patients to establish a mutual sense of outcomes and process goals, validated by feedback.
8. Secure required releases of information and effectively link with community providers like the Department of Children and Families (DCF), Adult Probation, etc., throughout treatment and discharge.
9. Regularly reassess patient progress and adjust treatment formulations as needed, in coordination with treatment plan updates and supervision meetings.
10. Exhibit conscientiousness and productivity in fulfilling responsibilities without reminders.
11. Demonstrate sound judgment when seeking assistance and acting independently.
12. Facilitate skill development through careful planning and implementation of DBT groups, as evidenced by progress documentation.
13. Complete all documentation accurately and punctually, adhering to JCAHO, Managed Care, and other program compliance standards.