Per Diem Mental Health Clinician

At Aspire Living & Learning, we don't just talk about making an impact, we live it. For more than 40 years, we've supported neurodiverse children and adults across New England and Maryland as they discover their passions, unlock their potential, and live more independently in their communities. Our person-centered services evolve with people's needs, from education and behavioral health to residential and community-based supports. We empower people to live lives shaped by their own interests, choices, and strengths. Join our collaborative, mission-driven team and bring your skills to work that makes a real difference every day. Aspire Living & Learning is currently seeking a Per Diem Mental Health Clinician to deliver high-quality, evidence-based mental health services to individuals and families. Our center provides support to children with developmental disabilities as well as typically developing children. This role involves treatment planning and ongoing therapeutic intervention, while maintaining ethical and professional standards. Schedule: Per diem, with an emphasis on after-school hours. This position has the opportunity to grow into a full-time role! Key Responsibilities Develop and implement individualized treatment plans Provide individual, family, and/or group therapy Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation (e.g., progress notes, treatment plans) consistent with templates provided Collaborate with other providers (e.g., primary care, schools, psychiatrists) Participate in case consultations and team meetings Monitor client progress and adjust treatment as needed Ensure compliance with HIPAA and all regulatory standards Provide crisis intervention and safety planning when necessary Conducts training on mental health topics at the agency and local level, when applicable Effectively communicates in both verbal and written form with necessary stakeholders Accepts feedback from supervisors to ensure the access to high quality treatment across all individuals served Consults on cases across the agency, when applicable Qualifications Holds at least Master’s Degree (e.g., psychology, counseling, school psychology, social work) Active, unrestricted license in state of practice (Connecticut or Massachusetts). Must have or be nearing completion of license for independent practice. Experience with evidence-based treatment modalities (e.g., ACT, CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care) Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills Expertise in person-centered plan documentation, implementation, and monitoring Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills Computer skills required Must have a valid driver’s license and have satisfactory background checks Employees at Aspire enjoy working with a collaborative and dedicated team that values a culture of belonging and care. While per diem employees are not eligible for Aspire's full benefits package, they do enjoy valuable benefits, including: 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan - Save for your future through Aspire's voluntary 403(b) retirement plan. Paid Sick Time - Earn paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access confidential support and resources for personal, family, financial, and work-life needs. Professional Development Reimbursment- Take advantage of training and learning opportunities to build your skills and support career growth. Meaningful Work & Flexible Scheduling - Enjoy the flexibility of a per diem schedule while making a positive impact in the lives of the individuals and communities we serve. If you want to join us in making a difference and positively impact the lives of others while charting your own path of development, then we at the Aspire team would love to hear from you. Pay: $35-$40 hourly Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.

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