About the role
About Us
APT Foundation is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of individuals and families affected by substance use and mental health disorders. Serving communities across Connecticut since 1970, we provide comprehensive, evidence-based treatment, including medication-assisted treatment, counseling, mental health services, primary care, and recovery support.
Our Mission
Driven team is committed to compassionate, person-centered care and creating pathways to lasting recovery.
Job Summary
The Residential Clinician provides comprehensive direct and indirect clinical services to individuals with substance use and/or co-occurring disorders within a residential setting. Direct services include, but are not limited to, clinical assessments, treatment planning, individual and group therapy, and discharge planning. Indirect responsibilities include support of residential operations, responding to phone inquiries, collaboration with external providers, and completion of all required documentation, reporting, and paperwork related to client care. This role works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support client engagement and stabilization.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- The Clinician provides group, individual counseling, and case management to patients through comprehensive recovery-oriented and trauma informed treatment planning process.
- The Clinician participates in regular treatment team, counselor, and staff meetings to review treatment plans and department reports to facilitate patient interventions, and agency initiatives.
- The Clinician meets weekly with the Clinical Supervisor and/or Program Director to review caseload, clinical supervision, and professional development.
- The Clinician demonstrates cultural and economic sensitivity.
- Works with research staff to coordinate patient referrals to research protocols.
- The Clinician maintains patient caseload as assigned and keeps appropriate and current all reports and records as required.
Career Level Specific Job Functions, Duties (in addition to above)
Clinician 1
- The Clinician I participates in any training and supervision provided by the program and is actively pursuing licensure.
Clinician 2
- As a member of the clinical team, may complete intake evaluations to assess for the appropriate treatment modality and corresponding documentation including insurance authorizations to facilitate patient care.
- Provides supervision to clinical practicum students when assigned.
Qualifications and Skills
- · Must possess BA/BS + MA/MS in in relevant field.
Career Level Specific Required Certification or License(s), Experience
Clinician I
- Must possess associate license as issued by the State of CT or
- Must be within prescribed period of completing supervised hours.
Clinician II
- 2 years’ experience in relevant program treating clients with substance use disorders preferred.
- Must possess license (LPC, LMFT, LCSW, LADC) issued by the State of CT.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- LMSW, LCSW, LPC, LPC-A (Required)
Work Location: In person