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Danielson, Connecticut

Outpatient Therapist: Adult Outpatient- Fee For Service- 6924

Counselor / TherapistNo weekendsContract

Listed compensation

$40/hour

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

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JOB TITLE: Outpatient Therapist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Fee for Service

Scheduled Hours

Weekdays, flexible, preferably 6-8 shifts

PROGRAM/LOCATION Adult Outpatient Program, Danielson, 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.

Compensation*

$40/hr

*Our per diem and fee for service positions offer a flat hourly rate.

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 individual, group, and family therapy to adults with mental illness and substance use disorders. Coordinate all aspects of clinical treatment, perform risk assessments, and maintain detailed clinical records in compliance with agency standards.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Evidence-Based TherapyCrisis InterventionBiopsychosocial EvaluationGroup TherapyIndividual TherapyElectronic Health RecordsTreatment Planning

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Outpatient Therapist: Adult Outpatient- Fee For Service- 6924 at Community Health Resources a 6.3 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 7,932 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Counselor Career Context

Community Health Resources ranks #7 of 10 employers hiring contract/1099 Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 44 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 59% are remote, 7% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.3 / 10 · above average in mental health therapy (counseling)ranked against 7,932 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedMental Health Therapy median $81k (middle half $45k–$118k)10 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingConnecticut index 103.6US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Connecticut157 active7,918 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 59% remote · 7% no call · 66% no weekends44 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentloan repaymentConnecticut counselor listings (all specialties): 12% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 28% offer loan repayment238 active listings, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Therapy listings2,426 in the last 30 days1,524 the 30 days before (+59%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Mental Health Therapy pay trend−2.2% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Community Health Resources#7 of 10 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (7,932 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top contract/1099 Counselor Jobs

44 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

18 jobs
7
<$65k
3
$65k-90k
2
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6
$115k-140k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

21 jobs
401k / retirement match
71% this job
CME allowance
67%
Loan repayment
19% this job
Sign-on bonus
10%
PSLF eligible
5% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 6.3
Better work-life than 60% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,932 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Community Health Resources

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

Benefits & Perks

Generous paid time off
Birthday off
403b Retirement Plan
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan repayment assistance
Wellness stipend
Free Calm app subscription
EAP counseling sessions

Living in Danielson

Median resident rent
$1,235/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
State income tax
Up to 7%
Sources & methodology

Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

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