Outpatient Therapist: Adult Outpatient- Fee For Service- 6929
Listed compensation
$40/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
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JOB TITLE: Outpatient Therapist
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Fee for Service
SCHEDULED HOURS: Hours vary
PROGRAM/LOCATION Adult Outpatient Program, Manchester, CT
About the Program: Adult Outpatient
The Adult Outpatient services provide psychiatric & substance abuse diagnostic evaluation and treatment. Services include assessment, consultation, individual, couples, group, family treatment and medication evaluation and monitoring.
Objective of Position
To provide assessment and treatment of clients with mental illness and/or substance use disorders, many of whom have past or present exposure to trauma, chronic medical conditions, poverty, and healthcare disparities. Clinical
services are rendered by:
- Coordinating all aspects of clinical treatment and rehabilitation for assigned clients.
- Providing clinical assessment, evidence-based group/individual/family therapy, intensive outpatient treatment, risk assessment and intervention, and other relevant engagement and case management activities that support client wellness and recovery.
- Initiating and maintaining collaborative relationships with involved healthcare professionals, social service agencies, and natural supports.
- Participating as a full member of assigned program team and multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Maintaining quality clinical and administrative records according to agency standards.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide evidence-based group, individual, family, and intensive outpatient therapy.
- Perform clinical and risk assessments and make referrals for appropriate services and levels of care.
- Documents client services and relevant activity in electronic health record and performs assigned administrative tasks.
- Participate in assigned meetings including individual supervision, staff and team meetings, and required trainings.
- Collaborates with client’s healthcare providers, social service agencies, and natural supports.
- Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
- Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned.
- Additional duties as required.
Qualifications
Education: License eligible Masters or Doctorate Degree in behavioral health field.
Experience
Comprehensive knowledge and experience providing assessment and treatment to persons with mental illness and/or substance use disorders.
Relevant experience with evidence-based practice is preferred.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: LCSW or other license to practice psychotherapy in State of CT preferred. All MSW staff must possess an LMSW or LCSW. Recent graduates may be hired with a valid Temporary Permit to practice as an MSW (valid for 120 calendar days after the date the master’s degree was awarded).
Training: Demonstrated education, supervised training, and practical experience providing the full spectrum of behavioral health treatment, including clinical and risk assessments, biopsychosocial evaluations, and group, individual, and family therapy.
Why Join CHR?
Award-Winning Workplace
- Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years!
Generous Time Off
- Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!
Retirement Savings
- Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.
Comprehensive Insurance
- Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!
Education & Tuition Support
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
- Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
- Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.
Career Development
- FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
- Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
- Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.
Wellness Program
- Annual wellness stipend.
- FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families.
- Fun activities like coloring contests, lunch & learns, office seasonal decorating contests, employee appreciation events, and more!
- Up to 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions per issue, per year, for individuals, couples, & families through our EAP program.
Employee Involvement
- Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!
Stay Informed
- Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.
And So Much More
- Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.
Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!
Compensation*
$40/hr
*Our per diem and fee for service positions offer a flat hourly rate.
CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.
Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!
Key Responsibilities
Provide evidence-based clinical assessments and therapy to clients with mental illness and substance use disorders. Coordinate treatment plans while maintaining collaborative relationships with healthcare providers and social service agencies.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Outpatient Therapist: Adult Outpatient- Fee For Service- 6929 at Community Health Resources a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 8,033 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Counselor Career Context
Of the 40 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 85% are remote, 8% have no call, 75% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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