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Behavioral Health Clinician (Float) - $10K Sign-On Bonus

Location
South Windsor, Connecticut
Posted
4 Apr 2025

$10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS! Join our dedicated team at a small community hospital where your ideas can make a difference! We value collaboration and innovation to enhance employee engagement and patient care.

What We Offer:

  • Generous vacation time that is front-loaded based on budgeted hours
  • Sick time on an accrual basis
  • 401(k) and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Voluntary benefit options
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Free parking
  • #Perk Spots - discounts at local retailers, restaurants, travel, and childcare centers
  • Career growth opportunities within the organization

Position Summary:

This position reports to the Manager of Behavioral Health Crisis and receives direction from the Clinical Nurse Manager of the department in which you are floated. You will provide both direct and indirect clinical services to children, adolescents, and adults requiring behavioral health care. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Crisis assessment and intake
  • Individual, group, and family therapy
  • Creating treatment plans and conducting case management
  • Collaborating with teams and educating patients and families
  • Triage and discharge planning

Core Values: We strive to create a caring and compassionate environment guided by Teamwork, Communication, Respect, and Caring.

Education/Certification:

A Master’s degree in a behavioral health field is required along with state licensure as an LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or LADC. CPR certification is preferred but not mandatory. You will be required to complete PMT and de-escalation training within six months of hire.

Experience:

Prior experience in the behavioral health field is essential, with preference for specific service settings. Age-specific competency is mandatory.

Competencies:

  • Understanding of psychiatric disorders and reporting mandates
  • Knowledge of community resources and billing processes
  • Strong clinical, communication, and multitasking skills

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

As a Behavioral Health Clinician, you are expected to:

  1. Assess bio-psychosocial information effectively
  2. Develop and modify treatment plans in a timely manner
  3. Make appropriate referrals to the least restrictive settings
  4. Complete all necessary documentation in compliance with applicable standards
  5. Actively participate in team meetings to enhance patient outcomes
  6. Communicate consistently and effectively with team members
  7. Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development relevant to the age group served
  8. Adapt to fluctuating staffing needs of the department
  9. Educate patients and families using appropriate resources
  10. Establish rapport and show empathy in clinical interactions
  11. Facilitate skill development through planned interventions
  12. Handle emergency situations accordingly

Your ability to identify and resolve treatment barriers will be pivotal for patient success.

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Details

  • Job Reference: 1618563883-2
  • Date Posted: 4 April 2025
  • Recruiter: ECHN
  • Location: South Windsor, Connecticut
  • Salary: On Application