Lead Clinician (LCSW, LPC, LMFT) - Adult Outpatient

Location Detail: 132 Mansfield Ave, Willimantic (10589) Shift Detail: Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00am-4:30pm or 8:30am-5:00pm. No on‑call requirements. Job Summary Lead Behavioral Health Clinician works in coordination with interdisciplinary teams to organize, prepare, and deliver evidence based clinical services in the Adult outpatient program. Clinical services may include individual, group and family therapy. Maintains ethical principles and professional standards of practice in adherence to the discipline’s professional code of ethics. Assumes leadership responsibilities as assigned by clinical leadership. May assume clinical oversight of daily operations in the absence of Program Manager. No on‑call requirements. Key Responsibilities Of Lead Behavioral Health Clinician Conducts a comprehensive bio‑psychosocial assessment and establishes a care plan, as appropriate. Provides direct patient care that may include case management, care coordination, interdisciplinary collaboration for care transition needs, crisis intervention/safety planning, counseling, and emotional support to patients and families coping with illness, trauma, or end‑of‑life care, referral and discharge planning. Refers patient to appropriate levels of care and available resources that promote the individualized care plan. Assists in the coordination of programming which may include staff scheduling, scheduling clinical activities, program development, utilization review, case load assignment, and attending meetings as directed by manager. May assist in the hiring process for new staff, supporting expansion of initiatives, supporting clinician productivity, leading team meetings, conducting staff education and training. Independently able to provide clinical social work interventions to all patient populations. Provide social work field supervision to second year social work students. Qualifications Master’s degree in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy or related human service field. Current Connecticut LCSW, LPC, or LMFT required. Minimum of one year of experience as a licensed Clinician working with behavioral health and/or chemical dependency population. A minimum of two years’ experience in a psychiatric setting required, preferably in an emergency department/crisis role Experience in leading clinical care teams is preferred but not required. Highly effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to establish relationships within and outside their entity. Is cognizant of health-related social needs and cultural competence. Recognizes and addresses health disparities‑inequalities and injustices directed toward clients, related to access to care and provision of health services. Benefits Federal loan forgiveness Medical and dental benefits 401(k) with company match up to 7% Paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire Tuition Assistance Discounts on services and products (movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more) #J-18808-Ljbffr Hartford HealthCare