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Bloomfield, Connecticut

Licensed Outpatient Therapist: Adult Outpatient- Fee For Service-7364

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Listed compensation

$45/hr

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Job Description

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JOB TITLE: Licensed Outpatient Therapist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Fee For Service

Scheduled Hours

Varies, Mondays: 10:00Am-1:00pm, Wednesdays

10:00am-12:00pm, Fridays: 10:00am-11:00am, 2:00pm-4:00pm

PROGRAM/LOCATION: Adult Outpatient, Bloomfield, CT

Objective of Position

Coordinates all aspects of clinical treatment for assigned clients with behavioral health conditions, utilizing the designated model or intervention per program. May provide assessment, individual, family & group therapy, case management, and crisis intervention to assigned clients. Maintains contact with and consults with key stakeholders and relevant collaborative parties.

Participates as full member of the clinical team and is responsible for maintaining client records.

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*: $45/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

The therapist coordinates clinical treatment for clients with behavioral health conditions, including conducting assessments and providing individual, family, and group therapy. They are also responsible for maintaining client records, participating in clinical team meetings, and providing crisis intervention as needed.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Individual therapyFamily therapyTreatment planningRisk assessmentDocumentationTrauma-informed careSubstance use disorder treatment

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Outpatient Therapist: Adult Outpatient- Fee For Service-7364 at Community Health Resources a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,926 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Counselor Career Context

Of the 40 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% are remote, 13% have no call, 73% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$94k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $90k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.9 / 10 · above average in mental health therapy (counseling)ranked against 7,926 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$94kMental Health Therapy median $81k (middle half $45k–$118k)10 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$90k in purchasing powerConnecticut index 103.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Connecticut169 active7,933 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 60% remote · 13% no call · 73% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedConnecticut Counselor listings: 11% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 27% offer loan repayment242 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (7,926 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 6.9
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About Community Health Resources

Mental Health Care
Windsor, Connecticut
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health insurance
Paid time off including birthday
403b retirement plan with employer contributions
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development programs
Free training curriculum
Clinical supervision and mentoring
Wellness stipend

Living in Bloomfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$356k
Typical market rent
$2,438/mo
State income tax
Up to 7%
Sources & methodology

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

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.