POSITION SUMMARYThe Multi-Dimensional Family Therapy Mental Health Counselor provides model adherent intensive in home clinical care coordination to adolescents with substance abuse and delinquent behaviors and their families. This position maintains a positive and optimistic attitude and works collaboratively with internal and external providers to procure family needs and services. The MDFT Mental Health Counselor completes documentation in an accurate, timely, and compliant manner consistent with regulatory guidelines to contribute to the financial viability of the program.
Bilingual in Spanish and English required$2,288 annual bilingual stipend!
SALARY$48,000
$2,000 sign on! Half paid upon hire and half at one year of service.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONSBA/BS degree is required plus a minimum of 3 years experience in the human services field is preferred.
Valid Drivers License is required. Safely operates vehicle in the community, based on program needs
LOCATIONWaterbury, CT
SCHEDULEFull time
EMPLOYEE BENEFITSAt Wheeler, we're committed to not only supporting your career growth but also ensuring your well-being and security. Here's how we invest in you:
Nurture Your Health:
Comprehensive medical and prescription insurance through CentivoComprehensive dental and vision insurance through CignaAccess to wellness programs to support your physical and mental health
Secure Your Future:
Enjoy peace of mind with company-paid life and AD&D insurance403(b) Plan, with contributions from the company
Fuel Your Career Growth:
Pursue your educational goals with our Education Reimbursement ProgramAccess training and development opportunitiesQualify for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) loan repayment programsReceive a productivity incentive to recognize your hard work and dedication
Maintain Work-Life Harmony:
Recharge with generous paid time off, including:
15 vacation days per year to explore and recharge8 sick days per year for your well-being2 personal days per year for your personal needs2 floating holidays per year to celebrate what matters to you9 paid company holidays to spend with loved ones
Access free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProvides coordination for referrals as well as establishes and maintains referral agreements and linkages with community referral sources or ancillary service provider.Provides group and/or individual counseling to clients with appropriate supervision and coordinates treatment phases both internally and with contracted or external service providers.Provides direct case management services and develops case management plans specific to each assigned client and family, including interventions necessary to increase the probability of treatment completion, and to improve life functioning.Maintains records of case management activities for reporting and tracking purposes and completes all documentation for client medical records in accordance with documentation timelines and in compliance with Medicaid, licensing and other accreditations (e.g., treatment plans, treatment plan reviews, and progress notes).Attends team meetings, staff meetings, or rounds to assist in coordinating case management and review of treatment plans.Supports daily program specific operational functions as required. May transport clients to appointments or linkages as appropriate. May provide translation to support clinical care as appropriate.Provides service in the office and/or community settings outside of the office (e.g., homes, schools, hospitals, institutions, other community locations) as defined by the program. May transport clients to appointments or linkages as appropriate.Administers standardized screening tools and collects data as defined by program.Provides/supports safety planning and crisis intervention with appropriate supervision and as defined by program. This may include after hours on-call responsibilities.Continues to develop knowledge and understanding about the history, traditions, values, family systems, and artistic expression of groups served as well as uses appropriate methodological approaches, skills, and techniques that reflect an understanding of culture.