Outreach Therapist- Intensive In-Home Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Service (IICAPS)- 6546

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JOB TITLE:                          Outreach Therapist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:       Full-time, 40 hours/week

SCHEDULED HOUR          Monday-Friday; flexible schedule 8am-8pm with 2 evenings required.

PROGRAM/LOCATION:    Intensive In-Home Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Service (IICAPS); Manchester, CT

PC#:                                     2939

Build your clinical skills in a supportive, team-based environment while working toward licensure!
The IICAPS outreach therapist role is ideal for associate-level, licensed, and early-career clinicians seeking hands-on experience, weekly supervision, and a collaborative team environment.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Intensive In-Home Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Services (IICAPS) is a team-based, evidence-informed program that provides comprehensive community-based clinical, case management, and care coordination services for children and adolescents ages 3–18 who are at risk of hospitalization. The program focuses on stabilizing youth in their homes and communities, strengthening family relationships, and supporting long-term success through individualized, strength-based treatment.

ABOUT THE POSITION: Outreach Therapist
This role offers a unique opportunity to provide meaningful, community-based clinical care while building strong skills in a supportive, team-oriented environment. As an IICAPS clinician, you will work directly with children, adolescents, and families in their homes, schools, and communities to support stabilization, strengthen relationships, and promote long-term success. Your work will be both independent and highly collaborative, allowing you to develop confidence in your clinical decision-making while receiving consistent supervision and support.

Position Highlights

• Role is based out of the Manchester office and services provided throughout Greater Manchester
• Supports efficiency and work-life balance
• Manage a structured caseload (typically 8 families) with 2–3 sessions per week per family
• Provide services in home, school, and community settings, offering variety and flexibility in your day
• Maintain a flexible schedule, with daytime and some evening availability based on family needs
• Staff work a hybrid model from home or the office
• Work as part of a collaborative 2-person clinical team
• Receive weekly two-hour team supervision and ongoing clinical consultation. Supervision towards licensure is provided weekly and supportive team environment.
• No on-call requirements on weekends or holidays
• Company car available for service delivery or mileage reimbursement available
• Opportunity to build skills in trauma, crisis intervention, and family systems work
• Productivity bonuses available quarterly to those who exceed their quotas. 
• Voted a Top Workplace in CT for the last 12 years in a row!

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. 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*:

$61,252.26 min-$91,877.14 max

*Actual rates within this range are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. (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.

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