Clinician- Young Adult Services

Clinician- Young Adult Services

BHcare is seeking a compassionate and skilled Young Adult Services (YAS) Clinician to provide high-quality, evidence-based clinical care to young adults in both residential and outpatient settings.

This role is ideal for a clinician who is passionate about supporting individuals navigating mental health and substance use challenges during a critical stage of independence and recovery.

Working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary treatment team, the YAS Clinician plays a vital role in helping clients build resilience, achieve recovery goals, and transition successfully into adulthood.

This position is a full-time position, 37.5 hours per week. The schedule will be as follow: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:30am-5pm and Tuesday and Thursday 11:30am-8pm

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care & Treatment

• Serve as the primary clinician for an assigned caseload
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based practices
• Conduct psychosocial assessments, intake evaluations, and develop individualized treatment plans
• Deliver crisis intervention and emergency assessments as needed

Care Coordination & Collaboration

• Collaborate with psychiatrists, treatment teams, families, and community providers
• Act as a liaison between clients and external systems (hospitals, benefits providers, community resources)
• Support discharge planning and continuity of care

Recovery Planning

• Develop and manage integrated, person-centered recovery plans
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly
• Facilitate regular care reviews with clients and care teams

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation, including progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries
• Maintain compliance with agency standards, payer requirements, and state regulations
• Manage insurance authorizations and utilization reviews

Program & Team Participation

• Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and program development
• Provide coverage and support across YAS residential and outpatient services
• Contribute to a collaborative and supportive team environment

What You Bring

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Social Work or a related field required
• Connecticut licensure required (LCSW preferred; LMSW, LPC, or license-eligible candidates considered)
• Clinical experience in mental health and/or substance use treatment preferred

Why Join BHcare?

• Make a Meaningful Impact: Help young adults navigate critical life transitions and achieve lasting recovery
• Mission-Driven Work: Be part of an organization dedicated to compassionate, person-centered care
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside experienced clinicians and multidisciplinary teams who value partnership and support
• Professional Growth: Access ongoing training, supervision, and opportunities for licensure advancement and career development
• Innovation in Care: Contribute to forward-thinking, evidence-based programs that evolve to meet community needs
• Supportive Environment: Thrive in a workplace that prioritizes staff well-being, inclusion, and ethical practice

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state or local law, including but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status or uniformed service member status.