Therapist, Extended Day Treatment - **$3,000 SIGN ON BONUS! **
Listed compensation
$55k-$65k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
If helping children and their families is your passion, this may be the opportunity for you!
Klingberg is a private non-profit multi service agency who provides help to thousands of people across Connecticut each year. Our goal is to extend hope and healing to children and families whose lives have been traumatized by abuse and/or neglect in its various forms, sever family problems and mental health issues.
We are looking for a full time Therapist in our Extended Day Treatment Program to plan, implement, and monitor the treatment for assigned children and their families within models of treatment consistent with Klingberg Family Centers Extended Day Program Treatment Philosophy.
The full time Therapist is eligible for our attractive benefits that include: Health, dental, and vision insurance, Life insurance, 401k plus a match, 13 Paid Holidays, 3 Weeks’ Vacation to Start/4 weeks after 2 Years, Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program, and a Referral Program.
We are also currently offering a $3,000 sign on bonus.
Some Responsibilities Are Listed Below
- Conducts clinical preplacement interview to determine appropriateness for the program.
- Completes psychosocial assessment and initial treatment plan including diagnosis within timeframes described in agency policy/procedure.
- Formulates Master Treatment Plan in conjunction with treatment team within timeframes described in agency policy/procedure.
- Provides individual, group and family therapy to assigned cases as clinically indicated.
- Schedules and leads weekly treatment team meetings.
- Makes referrals to and collaborates with psychiatric, psychological, medical and legal professionals as needed.
- Writes progress notes for units of service delivered daily to children in attendance.
- Conducts Treatment Reviews, within timeframes described in agency policy/procedure, for each client including evaluating progress on existing objectives and revising Master Treatment Plans, as indicated.
- Provides crisis intervention services to clients and crisis consultation to staff and education personnel as needed.
- Works collaboratively with DCF and other legal/social service agencies involved with the client and family.
Education/Experience/Other Requirements
Master's Degree in related area, appropriate current certification/licenses, and 2-4 years supervised experience in a therapeutic treatment setting preferred. Maintain certification in TCI and CPR/First Aid. Must have a valid driver’s license. Bilingual in Spanish a plus.
Klingberg Family Centers (and its Affiliates) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, learning or physical disability, past or present history of mental disorder, developmental disabilities, veteran status, or any other category protected by state, federal or local law.
We are an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.
Key Responsibilities
The therapist will plan, implement, and monitor treatment for children and families, including conducting assessments and providing individual, group, and family therapy. They are also responsible for leading treatment team meetings and collaborating with psychiatric, medical, and legal professionals.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a related field and possess appropriate current certifications or licenses. Additionally, 2-4 years of supervised experience in a therapeutic setting is preferred, along with a valid driver's license.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Counselor Career Context
Klingberg Comprehensive Program Services ranks #13 of 20 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% are remote, 36% have no call, 56% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$58k in purchasing power | Connecticut index 103.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in Connecticut | 158 active | 7,884 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 46% remote · 36% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $3k sign-on | Connecticut Counselor listings: 12% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 28% offer loan repayment239 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Mental Health Therapy listings | 2,571 in the last 30 days | 1,547 the 30 days before (+66%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Mental Health Therapy pay trend | −2.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Klingberg Comprehensive Program Services | #13 of 20 for pay | Top Employers work-life index |
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