State of Connecticut
Advanced Clinical Social Worker (40 Hour) Office/On-Site #251212-0965FP-001
State of Connecticut, Bridgeport, Connecticut, us, 06610
Advanced Clinical Social Worker (40 Hour) Office/On-Site
Introduction: Do you want to utilize your skills and make a difference? If so, please read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity. The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is seeking an Advanced Clinical Social Worker to join the Mobile Crisis Unit at Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System (SWCMHS) in Bridgeport, CT. Position Details
FACILITY: Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System (SWCMHS) TEAM: Mobile Crisis Unit LOCATION: Bridgeport, CT SCHEDULE: Full-time (40 hours), 1st Shift, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm POSITION NUMBER: 91282 What We Offer
State Employee Benefits Overview Professional growth and development opportunities Healthy work/life balance The Role
The ACSW Clinician independently provides highly skilled direct clinical social work evaluations and treatment with adult individuals in crisis with complex behavioral and social problems through comprehensive clinical assessments. Duties
Independently provide direct clinical social work evaluations and treatment for adults in crisis with complex behavioral and social problems through comprehensive clinical assessments Partner with law enforcement in on-scene crisis response, guiding de-escalation and connecting individuals to treatment Provide ongoing training and consultation to law enforcement on mental illness, trauma, and substance use Assist the Police Department in navigating systems and connecting clients to community resources Provide follow-up care and coordinate post-crisis support to reduce repeat encounters Collaborate with the Bridgeport Police Department on community trust-building activities Conduct crisis assessments and interventions, including risk management Maintain documentation for all served clients Enhance communication across the local behavioral health system Provide emergency certification to transport clients for assessment and intervention Educate local providers and law enforcement on behavioral health issues and services Provide direct clinical care in community and criminal justice settings Minimum Qualifications
General Experience: One (1) year of experience as a licensed clinical social worker. Preferred Qualifications
Experience writing emergency certificates Experience assessing and conducting risk management in Mobile Crisis or similar settings Experience with co-occurring disorders, trauma, and medical conditions Experience providing community-based behavioral health services Experience providing education and training to community providers, families, and law enforcement Experience working with law enforcement in the community Special Requirements
Must possess and retain a license to practice clinical social work (Connecticut) Eligibility for participation in federal health care programs as defined in 42 U.S.C. May require sign language or Spanish communication abilities in designated positions May require travel About Us
DMHAS is a health care agency promoting the health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of services. SWCMHS provides inpatient, outpatient, ACT services, and mobile crisis intervention, with locations in Bridgeport and Stamford. Questions
For recruitment updates, check your Personal Status Board. If you have questions about the recruitment process, contact Julie Barker at Julie.Barker@ct.gov.
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Introduction: Do you want to utilize your skills and make a difference? If so, please read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity. The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is seeking an Advanced Clinical Social Worker to join the Mobile Crisis Unit at Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System (SWCMHS) in Bridgeport, CT. Position Details
FACILITY: Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System (SWCMHS) TEAM: Mobile Crisis Unit LOCATION: Bridgeport, CT SCHEDULE: Full-time (40 hours), 1st Shift, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm POSITION NUMBER: 91282 What We Offer
State Employee Benefits Overview Professional growth and development opportunities Healthy work/life balance The Role
The ACSW Clinician independently provides highly skilled direct clinical social work evaluations and treatment with adult individuals in crisis with complex behavioral and social problems through comprehensive clinical assessments. Duties
Independently provide direct clinical social work evaluations and treatment for adults in crisis with complex behavioral and social problems through comprehensive clinical assessments Partner with law enforcement in on-scene crisis response, guiding de-escalation and connecting individuals to treatment Provide ongoing training and consultation to law enforcement on mental illness, trauma, and substance use Assist the Police Department in navigating systems and connecting clients to community resources Provide follow-up care and coordinate post-crisis support to reduce repeat encounters Collaborate with the Bridgeport Police Department on community trust-building activities Conduct crisis assessments and interventions, including risk management Maintain documentation for all served clients Enhance communication across the local behavioral health system Provide emergency certification to transport clients for assessment and intervention Educate local providers and law enforcement on behavioral health issues and services Provide direct clinical care in community and criminal justice settings Minimum Qualifications
General Experience: One (1) year of experience as a licensed clinical social worker. Preferred Qualifications
Experience writing emergency certificates Experience assessing and conducting risk management in Mobile Crisis or similar settings Experience with co-occurring disorders, trauma, and medical conditions Experience providing community-based behavioral health services Experience providing education and training to community providers, families, and law enforcement Experience working with law enforcement in the community Special Requirements
Must possess and retain a license to practice clinical social work (Connecticut) Eligibility for participation in federal health care programs as defined in 42 U.S.C. May require sign language or Spanish communication abilities in designated positions May require travel About Us
DMHAS is a health care agency promoting the health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of services. SWCMHS provides inpatient, outpatient, ACT services, and mobile crisis intervention, with locations in Bridgeport and Stamford. Questions
For recruitment updates, check your Personal Status Board. If you have questions about the recruitment process, contact Julie Barker at Julie.Barker@ct.gov.
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