Clinician - Adult Services

The Village has been strengthening families and transforming livesfor more than 200 years. As one of the first agencies in the nation toprovide homes for neglected children, our mission remains unwavering: to build a community of strong, healthy families who protectand nurture children. Today, we serve children, adults, and families across GreaterHartford through comprehensive behavioral health, early childhood andyouth development, and substance use treatment services. Recognized as a Connecticut Top Workplace for six consecutiveyears —with national honors for culture and DEI—you’ll join anorganization deeply committed to your growth, well-being, andlong-term success. Explore more about working with us: thevillage.org/careers Why Join The Village $5,000 sign-on bonus Continuing Education Units (CEUs) through HealthStream andadditional training opportunities Professional license reimbursement A workplace culture rooted in compassion, collaboration, and equity About the Role We are seeking passionate, skilled clinicians to join our AdultServices team. This position offers two unique pathways—both combiningoutpatient clinical work with impactful community-based services. Option 1: Adult Outpatient Clinic + Acute Community SupportTeam (ACST) 50% providing individual, group, and case management services inour Adult Outpatient Clinic 50% delivering higher-level, community-based care through ACST,supporting adults with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness Engage clients in homes, shelters, and community settings Support access to treatment, stabilize symptoms, coordinate care,and foster improved quality of life Model based on SAMHSA's ACT framework Option 2: Adult Outpatient Clinic + Contracted Community Program 50% providing outpatient clinical services 50% working off-site with young women (ages 16–24) who haveexperienced significant trauma Support clients involved with state systems, young parents, andthose with limited employment history Build trust through community-based engagement (in-home, in-shelter) Collaborate closely with program staff to coordinate care andstrengthen behavioral health outcomes Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and engagement Determine DSM-V diagnoses in collaboration with supervisory ormedical staff Develop, implement, and adjust treatment plans Provide case management and discharge planning, includingcommunity linkages Complete all required clinical documentation in accordance withagency, HIPAA, and funding standards Meet productivity expectations Participate in peer consultation and quality assurance reviews Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to addressclient and program needs Identify service gaps and contribute to program improvements Maintain competency in evidence-based models used by the agency Engage in professional development planning with supervisor Contribute to agency committees, task forces, and community partnerships Experience and Skills Education & Qualifications Master's degree in social work, psychology, or related counseling field Active Connecticut license required (LCSW, LPC,LMFT, Psychologist) Minimum 2+ years post?graduate outpatientexperience (program?dependent) Bilingual/bicultural candidates strongly encouraged Demonstrated cultural competency and experience with diverse populations Strong diagnostic, assessment, and therapeutic skills acrossindividual, family, and group modalities Knowledge of behavioral health and child welfare systems, andcommunity resources Excellent communication and organizational skills Ability to work independently while seeking consultation as needed Proficiency with basic computer and documentation systems If you're driven by purpose, energized by community work, and readyto make a meaningful impact in the lives of adults and families, we'dlove to meet you. As a Village employee, you should feel confident that your healthand well-being is one of our highest priorities. The Village offers a comprehensive flexible benefits packaged designed to aid in the health and well-being of our employees and their dependents. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Youth Counselor