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Enfield, Connecticut

Intake Therapist: AOP Enfield - 7305

CounselorNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$56k-$84k

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JOB TITLE: Intake Therapist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, 40 hours/wk

SCHEDULED HOURS: Monday-Friday 9AM - 5PM

PROGRAM/LOCATION: AOP, Enfield, CT

PC#: 1553

About the Programs: AOP

The Adult Outpatient Services program (AOP) assists adult clients who are recovering from traumatic incidents, substance use, or are looking to manage a chronic mental health disorder through psychiatric & substance abuse diagnostic evaluation and treatment.

AOP has a tier-based productivity incentive program, with the vast majority of staff consistently exceeding productivity expectations and obtaining a bonus. Typical days varies as there is the possibility to work with clients individually, in a group setting, or IOP.

There is regular weekly supervision provided to all non-licensed staff and biweekly supervision for licensed staff. Nonetheless, supervisors are always available whenever you are working to answer questions and offer clinical assistance when needed.

ABOUT THE POSITION: Intake Therapist

Why Join Our Team?

This position offers a unique opportunity to play an integral role in a client’s treatment journey from day one. As a therapist in this role, you will:

  • Lead the intake process, completing initial assessments and establishing meaningful therapeutic relationships from the very first session.
  • Provide continuity of care, following clients throughout treatment and supporting thoughtful, comprehensive aftercare planning.
  • Coordinate and connect, linking clients to appropriate services while cultivating strong, collaborative relationships with community providers.
  • Work within a supportive clinical team, gaining access to peer consultation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and opportunities to facilitate therapeutic groups.

This role is ideal for a clinician who values relationship-based care, care coordination, and being part of a dynamic and collaborative clinical environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Provides assessment and treatment interventions consistent with the program model.
  • Conducts clinical and risk assessments.
  • Collaborates with individuals to create individualized, person-centered treatment plans.
  • Demonstrates competency in age related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served.
  • Works with clients to develop appropriate discharge plans utilizing natural support.
  • Maintains collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers.
  • Provides crisis assessment and intervention to monitor status of clients in crisis.
  • May provide care in office, home, residential, and/or community-based settings based on program model and setting.
  • Responsible for maintaining client and staff records according to agency policy.
  • Provides coverage for team members during periods of absence.
  • Participates in weekly supervision, consultations, and meetings.
  • Transports clients using agency vehicles and/or personal vehicles based on program model and setting.
  • Participates in all required CHR training and obtains and/or maintains certification in an EBP if applicable.
  • In residential programs, therapists prioritize safety and physical presence, participating as full members of the milieu.
  • Additional responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

Education: Master’s Degree or higher in related field.

Experience: Experience working with trauma, mental illness and/or serious emotional disorders and/or substance use disorders preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A required. LCSW, LMFT, LPC, Licensed Psychologist preferred. LADC may be substituted for LCSW, LMFT, LPC or Licensed Psychologist in some programs. Other training may be required based on program. Valid Driver’s License for programs where transportation is required

Why Join CHR?

Be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!

  • Comprehensive benefits packages include health insurance, ample paid time off (including your birthday!), employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan, and competitive insurance premiums with added discounts on pet, home and auto!
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs, including exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities
  • Career development opportunities! FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth! Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several programs
  • Wellness program: Annual wellness stipend, FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee appreciation and involvement, including contests, lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!), employee appreciation events, employee-led resource groups open to all, and more!

And so much more! (Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility)

Compensation*

Starting at $55,683/yr minimum - $83,525/yr Max commensurate upon experience.

*Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based off of relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives.

(Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)

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

The Intake Therapist leads the intake process by completing initial assessments and establishing therapeutic relationships with clients. They also coordinate care, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide crisis intervention across various settings.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Intake assessmentClinical assessmentRisk assessmentTreatment planningDischarge planningSubstance abuse counselingTrauma-informed careDocumentationCase management

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Intake Therapist: AOP Enfield - 7305 at Community Health Resources a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Mental Health Therapy counselor listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Counselor Career Context

Community Health Resources ranks #7 of 25 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% are remote, 20% have no call, 84% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$70k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $67k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.2this job 6.1
Better work-life than 50% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,964 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Living in Enfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$338k≈ 6.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,852/mo≈ 40% of gross pay
State income tax
Up to 7%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Community Health Resources

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Windsor, Connecticut
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
403b Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Development
Wellness Stipend
Calm App Subscription
Employee Assistance Program