The Village for Families & Children
ROCA Clinician - Adult Services
The Village for Families & Children, Hartford, Connecticut, us, 06112
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ROCA Clinician - Adult Services
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Our Mission The Village was one of the first agencies in the country to provide homes for neglected children. Today, we continue to achieve our mission to build a community of strong, healthy families who protect and nurture children by providing a full range of behavioral health, early childhood and youth development, substance use treatment and support services for children, adults and families in the Greater Hartford, Connecticut region.
Named a Connecticut Top Workplace for six consecutive years with national distinction for workplace culture and diversity, equity and inclusion practices, you can be sure you’re joining an organization that is committed to your success as well as the service of those we serve.
Starting Salary $54,000
Job Summary As a Behavioral Health Clinician at a local young adult clinic, you will be a key member of a trauma‑informed team working with high‑risk young adults impacted by violence and systemic barriers. The role focuses on delivering clinical Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) interventions to help participants build emotional regulation, decision‑making, and coping skills. You will engage in persistent outreach, build trusting relationships, and provide individualized support that empowers youth to change behaviors and heal from trauma. The ideal candidate is compassionate, resilient, and committed to the mission of reducing urban violence through relentless engagement and clinical support. This position works with clients at a different office outside of the Village and requires flexible hours, including some evening hours.
Key Responsibilities
Direct services may include, but are not limited to:
Conducts (comprehensive) clinical assessments and engagement
Determines DSM‑V diagnosis in consultation with supervisor, Medical Director, Psychiatrist, medical provider or designee as needed
Develops treatment plans and contracts for services
Implements treatment plans, modifying them as appropriate during the course of treatment
Discharge planning, which may include linkages to community support services
Provides case management services
Completes clinical documentation required by agency and program policies, HIPAA regulations, and funding sources
Maintains productivity targets determined by service
Participates and presents in peer consultation and quality assurance reviews
Fosters collaboration with other clinical and administrative staff to respond to client and programmatic needs, including the implementation of agency policies, procedures, and initiatives
Partners with other program or clinical staff to identify and develop approaches to address clients’ unmet needs or service gaps
Acquires and maintains needed skills in evidence‑based models that the agency/program ascribe to
Partners with supervisor to identify and develop plans for professional growth
Contributes to program functioning by assuming responsibility for special tasks or leadership in special projects as appropriate
Contributes to agency organizational life by participating in agency‑wide task forces, committees or problem‑solving teams as appropriate
Contributes to agency visibility and development of community linkages by representing the Village in community groups or committees
Education / Qualifications
Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or another licensed counseling degree
State of CT license preferred (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT, Psychologist)
Minimum of 2+ years of experience postgraduate in an outpatient setting (depending on program)
Bilingual/bicultural skills preferred
Cultural competency to serve a diverse population
Strong diagnostic, assessment and treatment skills for individual, family and group therapy
Extensive experience working with culturally diverse populations, a wide age range, and a variety of clinical presentations
Knowledge of behavioral health, child welfare systems, and community resources
Good organizational and communication skills
Ability to function autonomously in day‑to‑day responsibilities; yet seek consultation appropriately when needed
Proficiency with word processing and general computer skills
Keywords: Clinical Supervisor, Social Work, Non‑Profit, Human Services, Mental Health, Adult Services
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ROCA Clinician - Adult Services
role at
The Village for Families & Children .
Our Mission The Village was one of the first agencies in the country to provide homes for neglected children. Today, we continue to achieve our mission to build a community of strong, healthy families who protect and nurture children by providing a full range of behavioral health, early childhood and youth development, substance use treatment and support services for children, adults and families in the Greater Hartford, Connecticut region.
Named a Connecticut Top Workplace for six consecutive years with national distinction for workplace culture and diversity, equity and inclusion practices, you can be sure you’re joining an organization that is committed to your success as well as the service of those we serve.
Starting Salary $54,000
Job Summary As a Behavioral Health Clinician at a local young adult clinic, you will be a key member of a trauma‑informed team working with high‑risk young adults impacted by violence and systemic barriers. The role focuses on delivering clinical Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) interventions to help participants build emotional regulation, decision‑making, and coping skills. You will engage in persistent outreach, build trusting relationships, and provide individualized support that empowers youth to change behaviors and heal from trauma. The ideal candidate is compassionate, resilient, and committed to the mission of reducing urban violence through relentless engagement and clinical support. This position works with clients at a different office outside of the Village and requires flexible hours, including some evening hours.
Key Responsibilities
Direct services may include, but are not limited to:
Conducts (comprehensive) clinical assessments and engagement
Determines DSM‑V diagnosis in consultation with supervisor, Medical Director, Psychiatrist, medical provider or designee as needed
Develops treatment plans and contracts for services
Implements treatment plans, modifying them as appropriate during the course of treatment
Discharge planning, which may include linkages to community support services
Provides case management services
Completes clinical documentation required by agency and program policies, HIPAA regulations, and funding sources
Maintains productivity targets determined by service
Participates and presents in peer consultation and quality assurance reviews
Fosters collaboration with other clinical and administrative staff to respond to client and programmatic needs, including the implementation of agency policies, procedures, and initiatives
Partners with other program or clinical staff to identify and develop approaches to address clients’ unmet needs or service gaps
Acquires and maintains needed skills in evidence‑based models that the agency/program ascribe to
Partners with supervisor to identify and develop plans for professional growth
Contributes to program functioning by assuming responsibility for special tasks or leadership in special projects as appropriate
Contributes to agency organizational life by participating in agency‑wide task forces, committees or problem‑solving teams as appropriate
Contributes to agency visibility and development of community linkages by representing the Village in community groups or committees
Education / Qualifications
Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or another licensed counseling degree
State of CT license preferred (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT, Psychologist)
Minimum of 2+ years of experience postgraduate in an outpatient setting (depending on program)
Bilingual/bicultural skills preferred
Cultural competency to serve a diverse population
Strong diagnostic, assessment and treatment skills for individual, family and group therapy
Extensive experience working with culturally diverse populations, a wide age range, and a variety of clinical presentations
Knowledge of behavioral health, child welfare systems, and community resources
Good organizational and communication skills
Ability to function autonomously in day‑to‑day responsibilities; yet seek consultation appropriately when needed
Proficiency with word processing and general computer skills
Keywords: Clinical Supervisor, Social Work, Non‑Profit, Human Services, Mental Health, Adult Services
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