Nursing Salary in Stamford, CT

Are you a passionate and dedicated clinician looking to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives? TeamHealth is seeking a full-time or part-time nurse practitioner (NP) or physician assistant (PA) to join our team, providing primary care services in a skilled nursing facility located in Stamford, CT. By joining TeamHealth, you'll have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, providing comprehensive care to patients in need.Position Overview:As an advanced practice clinician (APC) you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional care to patients. Collaborating with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, you will assess, diagnose, and treat patients and provide comprehensive primary care services. You will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on patients' lives, helping them achieve improved well-being.Benefits of Working for TeamHealth:At TeamHealth, we value our healthcare professionals and strive to provide a supportive and rewarding work environment. As a member of the team, you will receive:Competitive compensation package, including base salary and comprehensive benefitsSupportive and collaborative work culture, fostering teamwork and growthOpportunities for career advancement within TeamHealth's extensive network of healthcare facilitiesWork/life balance, with a predictable schedule and limited on-call requirementsAccess to cutting-edge technology and resources to enhance patient care deliveryWe look forward to speaking with you and thank you for your interest in joining the team!California Applicant Privacy Act:  https://www.teamhealth.com/california-applicant-privacy-notice- Work/life balance: Our schedule allows you to achieve the ideal work/life balance- No night call: enjoy the peace of mind with no primary night call responsibilities, thanks to our dedicated in-house call group- Stable and trusted organization: Join the leading provider of facilities-based medicine and the largest network of post-acute care clinicians nationally, ensuring business strength and stability- Competitive compensation: We offer a highly competitive compensation package- Comprehensive benefits: Access an excellent benefits package, including paid professional liability insurance- Extensive onboarding program: Benefit from our industry-leading onboarding program, which includes training on EMR, billing and coding, and support from experienced clinical educators- Strong infrastructure: Take advantage of our well-developed infrastructure, backed by extensive back-office support and local management- Clinician-led company: Join a company that values clinician input and encourages a collaborative and empowered work environment

Job Description Summary:Job Description:JOB SUMMARYThe Child and Family Therapy (CFT) program Clinician is a talented clinical social worker or psychotherapist with a passion for and commitment to working with children age 3 -18 and their parents and/or caregivers. This clinician demonstrates an understanding of child development and has the expertise and flexibility to provide therapeutic interventions, based on the needs of each child and family. An unlicensed clinician ("Clinician I") works under the close supervision of a licensed clinician; a licensed clinician ("Clinician II") provides clinical services with a greater degree of independent functioning and may supervise trainees, but continues to receive the benefit of clinical supervision to promote continued professional development, support and quality clinical services. A licensed clinician with the requisite experience ("Clinician III") also supervises other clinicians.ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIESSpecific responsibilities of the position include:Conduct comprehensive, child and family assessments with diagnoses and clinical formulationsDeliver psychotherapeutic services to children utilizing a range of psychotherapeutic interventions, including individual, family and group therapy modalitiesProvide guidance to parents and/or caregivers utilizing a family engagement framework and helping families access needed services and supportsProvide assessment and treatment services to victims and witnesses of crime and other potentially traumatic eventsProvide clinical supervision to and conduct performance evaluations of trainees (Clinician II) or trainees and staff (Clinician III), promoting excellence, professional development and job satisfactionActively participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning team meetings, supervision and other staff development activitiesMaintain positive collaborative relationships with referral sources and key community providersUtilize the agency's electronic health record (EHR) system to ensure proper and timely completion of all required clinical documentation, program statistics, and outcome dataOther related activities as neededQUALIFICATIONSRequired Skills and EducationA Master's degree in clinical social work or community counseling, such as MSW or MFT, or other license track mental health professionLicense in a mental health profession in Connecticut, or eligible to immediately become licensed(Clinician II and III)For Clinician II and III, the ability to model and promote high quality clinical practice, caring and appropriate professional boundaries in clinical work, compliance with administrative responsibilities, and the development of knowledge and excellenceMinimum one year experience providing clinical assessments and psychotherapy with children, adolescents and families (Clinician I), minimum two years post degree experience (Clinician II), minimum three years post degree experienced (Clinician III)Minimum one year experience providing supervision required (Clinician III)Able to demonstrate an understanding of core theoretical concepts including child development, cognitive-behavioral, attachment, and systems approaches, resilience, and trauma-informed diagnosis and treatmentAble to demonstrate solid grounding and experience in at least one relevant orientation to treatment, such as psychodynamic, CBT, TF-CBT, family systems and play therapyVerbal and written fluency in English required; bi-lingual fluency in Spanish, Haitian Creole or another language widely spoken in our community, highly desiredExperience working with patients from culturally diverse backgrounds, and the ability to demonstrate cultural competence and sensitivityComputer skills required; familiarity with EHR systems a plusPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENTHours will vary; our schedules range Monday-Friday from 7am-7pm and Saturdays.Minimal physical effort. Must be able toOrganization Information:The Moses/Weitzman Health System is a global leader addressing challenges faced by organizations caring for the poor and diverse populations, and is home to programs focusing on education, research, and process improvement support for safety net providers. The system delivers primary care to more than 150,000 patients in Connecticut, and extends access to specialty care for more than 2.5 million individuals across the U.S. It is a national accrediting body for organizations training advanced practice providers, and offers accredited education and training for Medical Assistants in multiple states. As an incubator for new ideas in areas including social justice, the environment, and social determinants of health, the MWHS is addressing challenges faced by providers caring for underserved communities, creating innovative and impactful initiatives led by nationally and internationally recognized experts. As it forges pathways into the future of primary care, the MWHS honors Lillian Reba Moses (1924-2012), a granddaughter of slaves, and Gerard (Gerry) Weitzman (1938-1999), whose ancestors escaped pogroms in Eastern Europe. Their vision and commitment to justice and equity in healthcare is the foundation upon which the Moses/Weitzman Health System was built.Location:Toquam Magnet Elementary SchoolCity:StamfordState:ConnecticutTime Type:Full time

Job Description Summary:Job Description:Job Description:Urgent Care Provider (APRN or PA) - CHC of New BritainIf you are ready for a satisfying and rewarding career, join our team of diverse and motivated professionals at Community Health Center, Inc. (CHC). CHC is one of the country's most creative and dynamic providers of primary medical, dental and mental health services to the uninsured and underinsured. CHC is building a world class primary health care system that is committed to caring for special populations, and that is focused on improving health outcomes for our patients as well as building healthy communities. We are one of the leading health-care providers in the state of Connecticut, providing comprehensive primary care services in medicine, dentistry, and behavioral health. With more than 130,000 active patients, CHC is the health care home that works to keep our patients-and our communities-healthy. We go beyond the traditional health services to bring care wherever our patients and clients are, using innovative service delivery models and state of the art technology. We use the latest treatments and technologies within the Patient-Centered Medical Home Model (PCMH) to care for our growing patient base.This is a full time position supporting our CHC location in New Britain, CT. Join our primary care team in delivering full primary care and urgent care services in a patient centered medical home.As a Urgent Care Provider for Community Health Center, you will:Assess and treat common acute and episodic illness in patients of all ages.Provide preventative services as appropriatePerform appropriate diagnostic waived testing as required and arrange for follow up care with PCP as indicatedProvide problem-specific education to individual and family members as appropriateUtilize evidence based standards in formulating treatment plan, and communicate rationale for decision making with patientsDocument all findings, including appropriate plan for follow up care, in electronic health recordParticipate in the organization's quality improvement program APRN/PA Qualifications - Required for this role: Graduate of an accredited Master of Science in Nursing program or Physician Assistant Master's programLicensed as either a Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Organization Information:Community Health Center, Inc. (CHC), with offices in Connecticut, Colorado and California, is one of the country's most creative and dynamic providers of primary medical, dental, and behavioral health services, and a leader in practice-based research, health professionals training, and use of innovative technologies to advance health and healthcare. CHC is designated as a federally qualified health center and a patient-centered medical home by HRSA, the Joint Commission, and NCQA, respectively. We deliver more than 600,000 patient visits per year from primary care hubs and community clinics across the state of CT, all connected by technology and common standards for quality. We employ several hundred medical, dental, and behavioral health providers who are engaged in practice, teaching, and research. Our Weitzman Institute is devoted to research and practice transformation and is recognized around the country as one of the premier research institutes focused on improving health care and health outcomes for special and vulnerable populations. In addition, the organization has developed three wholly owned subsidiaries from the original pilot developments within the Weitzman Institute: the National Nurse Practitioner Residency and Fellowship Training Consortium (NNPRFTC), the National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement (NIMAA), and ConferMed.Location:Community Health Center of Stamford - 5th StreetCity:StamfordState:ConnecticutTime Type:Full time

Job Description Summary:Job Description:**Full Time Float Opportunity, Mon- Fri with one Saturday per month plus healthcare benefits through Cigna**Monday: StamfordTuesday: StamfordWed: DanburyThursday: NorwalkFriday: NorwalkOn a daily basis, provides clinical and technical support for primary care providers. Implements all planned care items using electronic tools to ensure efficient and accurate workflow. Monitors equipment and performs clinical testing according to OSHA and CLIA standards. Liaises with patients, families, specialists, and all members of the health care team. With the primary care nurse and provider, ensures continuity and coordination of care in a patient centered medical home. ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIESApply evidence based guidelines from major regulatory and specialty groups, performs pre-visit preparation for all primary care patients scheduled to be seenIn collaboration with the primary care nurse and provider, "e-huddles" utilizing the Planned Care Dashboard (an electronic tool that summarizing all care that is due for a patient at the time of their visit) to ensure complete and thorough primary care visits.Prepares patients to be seen by provider in the telehealth environment including guiding patients on the use of video telehealth technology.Manages virtual telehealth sessions for multiple providers using Zoom technology including set up of virtual exam rooms, admitting patients, and pre-visit preparation.Supports clinical teams in the collection of paperwork, request of records, scheduling of follow up visits, and other administrative support tasks for clinical teams.Collaborates with providers, clinical and clerical support staff to facilitate appropriate telehealth patient flow.Prepares patients to be seen by provider, using established criteria as appropriately determined by the nature of the visit (i.e., sick, PE, WCC, etc.).Accurately documents chief complaint and results from evidence based screening tests.Accurately performs and documents patient vital signs.Independently and accurately performs appropriate CLIA waived tests, EKG, hearing & vision test.Prioritizes work responsibilities on a daily basis, decreasing waiting time. Collaborates with providers, clinical and clerical support staff to facilitate appropriate patient flow. Effectively works as a member of the health care team assisting other team members as needed, or requested. Appropriately schedules tests and referrals for specialty care in accordance to Provider orders in a timely manner.Maintains a clean, orderly, safe working environment. Oversees maintenance of supplies and documents in medical logs as directed.Setup and stock exam rooms and clean rooms at end of each day worked.Adheres to all infection control standards, follows Universal Precautions and safety policies and procedures of the Agency. Maintains yearly CPR certification as required for all clinical employees.Exhibits excellent customer service skills to external and internal customers at all times with a focus on quality of care and teamwork that focuses on the needs of the department and/or the business in conjunction with the full mission of the Agency.Complies with Agency mandated in-service training workshops (EOC, Working Safely, Abuse, etc.).QUALIFICATIONSRequired Skills and EducationHigh school diploma or equivalencyCompletion of a Medical Assistant course from an accredited/recognized schoolMedical Assistant board certification (AAMA, NHA)/registration (AMT) REQUIREDEKG use, appointment scheduling, word processing and computer skills, and familiarity with medical testing procedures.Sound organizational skills and accuracy at all levels of job.Prior demonstrated excellent communication and customer service skills.Must be team focused and demonstrate leadership qualities.CHC requires as a condition of employment current American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer and AED (CPR/FPR/AED) certification. The only acceptable alternative is current American Heart Association BLS/AED for Healthcare Providers certification. Preferred SkillsBilingualExpert knowledge of the electronic health recordRequired Licenses/CertificationsCPR CertifiedPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENTRequires manual dexterity to perform clinical tasks, moderate physical activity including standing, walking and lifting. Potential exposure to blood borne pathogens and/or bio-hazardous material.ADDITIONAL QUALIFICIATIONSCommunicates clinical/client information to providers accurately. Accurately take messages,and communicates on the telephone.Communicates effectively with other medical assistants, collaborates with medical provider and nursing staff.Access to clients' charts and health care information. Maintains client confidentiality. CONFIDENTIALITY OF INFORMATIONFull access to patients' medical records, accounts, some agency procedural manuals. Confidentiality must be maintained according to CHC policies.Organization Information:Community Health Center, Inc. (CHC) is one of the country's most creative and dynamic providers of primary medical, dental, and behavioral health services, and a leader in practice-based research, health professionals training, and use of innovative technologies to advance health and healthcare. CHC is designated as a federally qualified health center and a patient-centered medical home by HRSA, the Joint Commission, and NCQA, respectively. We deliver more than 500,000 patient visits per year from primary care hubs and community clinics across the state of CT, all connected by technology and common standards for quality. We employ several hundred medical, dental, and behavioral health providers who are engaged in practice, teaching, and research. Our Weitzman Institute is devoted to research and practice transformation and is recognized around the country as one of the premier research institutes focused on improving health care and health outcomes for special and vulnerable populations. In addition, the organization has developed three wholly owned subsidiaries from the original pilot developments within the Weitzman Institute: the National Nurse Practitioner Residency and Fellowship Training Consortium (NNPRFTC), the National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement and ConferMed.Location:Community Health Center of Stamford - 5th StreetCity:StamfordState:ConnecticutTime Type:Full time

An Infusion Nurse is a licensed clinician who coordinates and provides direct patient care and ensure patient safety with continuity and compliance under a physician's plan of care. Works under the direct supervision of the designated supervisor.Job Description:Initiates, develops and implements nursing plan of treatments; evaluating patient progress towards goals. Organizes and participates in the provision of direct patient care, performs treatments, administers medications, and educates patients and families/caregivers. Modifies plan of treatment in response to changing patient status or physician orders to achieve established or revised patient care goals.Assesses patient needs and physical status at each skilled visit through health data access and patient interview. Re-evaluates patient needs through physical reassessment, response to therapy, and supplemental physician orders. Obtains and clarifies physician orders for plan of treatment revisions, informs physician promptly of significant changes in patient's condition, and provides written summary to physician within supplemental order.Provides effective and safe teaching using patient-centered care approach for patient and family to achieve independence with prescribed therapy and care needs through active participation per plan of treatment goals.Effectively and timely communicates with Clinical team, medical providers, patients and families/caregivers to facilitate continuity of care. Prepares clinical documentation in real-time during visits and submits to the nursing department to comply with established time lines for billing optimization. Completes all documentation legibly, and applies approved abbreviations and documentation error correction practices per policy.Coordinates discharge planning and prepares discharge summaries with patient instructions and thoroughly reports patient care needs, progress and goals when transferring care.Demonstrates compliance with agency operations, policies and procedures, professional standards, local, state, federal regulations/guidelines, and accreditation standards.Responds promptly and appropriately to patient requests. Initiates emergency procedures as necessary.Accepts accountability for own practice through ethical and professional conduct. Follows established programs and practice within policies and procedures reflective of mission, values and objectives.Observes legal and ethical guidelines for safeguarding the confidentiality of patient and proprietary information including adherence to HIPAA regulations.Speaks knowledgeably about scope of services and effectively instructs patients about related financial obligations for care and service charges.Attends and completes required training modules, in-services, and continuing education to maintain competency and professional licensure for demonstrated knowledge regarding the care and management of patients in the home and/or alternate care settings.Participates in multidisciplinary team conferences and provides precepting, training, and mentoring to other nurses for orientation, and onboarding and supervisory activities as assigned.Basic Education and/or ExperienceGraduate of an accredited school of nursing and at least 2 year of experience as a registered nurse or recent graduate with prior experience as an IV Certified LVN/LPN with one year professional nursing experience.Required Active CT Nursing LicenseCurrent CPR certification.Basic QualificationsDemonstrated competency in patient care standards required for safe delivery of services and infusion skill sets applicable to agency programs and service needs. Advanced certification and training as applicable.Required license to operate a motor vehicle in the state of practice with access to a vehicle for business travel with proof of liability insurance.Basic knowledge of computer operating systems and software applications with the ability to apply knowledge in the effective use of nursing technology tools to communicate and document care provided.

Job Description Summary:Job Description:Job Description: Healthy Communities is CHC's Public Health AmeriCorps program designed to create cohesion in vulnerable communities and to promote healthcare and support services through outreach, awareness, linkage to care and support. Healthy Communities also serves to identify the unique and integral needs of our communities and neighborhoods and to establish strategic plans to address them. Service delivery will directly address the public health crisis in vulnerable communities and make healthcare and support services accessible through flexible delivery of services. AmeriCorps members will conduct community outreach, education, patient engagement, and link patients to CHCI care and referrals to community based assistance. Additionally, AmeriCorps members will participate in statewide and local activities which promote awareness of health and health services.This is an AmeriCorps Member role - Community Health Information Specialist - that supports Behavioral Health Department at the Stamford and Norwalk site.Terms & Program Benefits:One-year service term from September 3, 2024 thru August 31, 2025Serve a minimum of 32 hours a week for a total of 1700 hours during service year$22,000 stipend over the course of one year, paid bi-weeklyAn education award of $7,395 at the end of successful service term completionThis is not a staff or volunteer position. This is the opportunity for you if you:Are highly outgoing, friendly, enthusiastic, and creativeEnjoy working with others and public speakingAre extremely organized and pay great attention to detailHave a strong interest in BIPOC health care issuesThrive in a fast paced environmentCan take initiative and work independently as well as part of a teamAs a Community Health Information Specialist for the Community Health Center, Inc., you will:Conduct monthly patient health education workshops; monitor the completion of pre-post surveys by workshop participants; and complete data entry for workshops and surveys.Track and document all completed patient engagement activities in patient's electronic health record.Provide care coordination to patients who are having access challenges that cannot be resolved by other team members.Assist patients with completing their Recovery In Action (RIA) plans.Coordinate enhanced health promotion and education program for mind, body, and food connection with Fairgate farms in Stamford to extend to other farms/community partners such as in Norwalk.Assist with establishment of mental well being programming that targets the CHCI patients and under-resourced community members by creating patient friendly teaching curriculum/pamphlets, marketing, recruitment tools and materials about the mind, body, and food connections.Promote and recruit participants for patient information sessions, education sessions and activities as well as coordinate facilitation of these events.Create a comprehensive resource guide on how to find healthy and affordable foods in lower Fairfield County area.Build community partnerships with local community gardens, farms, and organizations to promote and create awareness of mind, body, and food connection.Facilitate a community and/or patient focus group related to BH care for the BIPOC population for which the findings with assistance from the Chief Psychiatry Officer to the psychiatry team.Develop statewide community resource list for behavioral health patients that provides enhanced resources and referral organizations that can address identified patient's social determinants of health (SDOH).Create user friendly content for patients and community partners/organizations (ie, hospitals, churches, community centers) on how to access behavioral health services at CHC.Conduct community partner presentations to promote CHC mental health and substance use disorder services and treatments.Develop community partnerships to educate local communities on awareness of mental illness in the black community and collaborate with them on events to host.Establish a process for conducting community awareness and facilitation of trainings for Stamford/Norwalk adolescents to be trained in basics of NAMI, QPR or other programs that provide knowledge of recognizing a mental health challenge and ways to seek out assistance (referrals/treatment).Participate in quality improvement strategies to identify gaps in care for BH patients and new workflows to improve the completion of needed services (e.g. referrals and assessments).Participate in and develop presentations for team meetings to provide updates on engagement strategies and success of events, activities and workshops.Qualifications:High school or equivalent requiredProficiency in Microsoft office and internet-related applicationsExcellent time management and organizational skillsExcellent oral and written skillsDemonstrated ability to problem solve and remain calm during a crisisSuccessful clearance of all required criminal history checks (NSCHC)Able to travel between CHC sites and in statePreferred:Associate's degree in public health, social work related fieldExperience in health careCulturally humble and willing to work with the BIPOC populationExperience in project management or curriculum creationOrganization Information:Community Health Center, Inc. (CHC), with offices in Connecticut, Colorado and California, is one of the country's most creative and dynamic providers of primary medical, dental, and behavioral health services, and a leader in practice-based research, health professionals training, and use of innovative technologies to advance health and healthcare. CHC is designated as a federally qualified health center and a patient-centered medical home by HRSA, the Joint Commission, and NCQA, respectively. We deliver more than 600,000 patient visits per year from primary care hubs and community clinics across the state of CT, all connected by technology and common standards for quality. We employ several hundred medical, dental, and behavioral health providers who are engaged in practice, teaching, and research. Our Weitzman Institute is devoted to research and practice transformation and is recognized around the country as one of the premier research institutes focused on improving health care and health outcomes for special and vulnerable populations. In addition, the organization has developed three wholly owned subsidiaries from the original pilot developments within the Weitzman Institute: the National Nurse Practitioner Residency and Fellowship Training Consortium (NNPRFTC), the National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement (NIMAA), and ConferMed.Location:Community Health Center of Stamford - 5th StreetCity:StamfordState:ConnecticutTime Type:Part time

Job Description Summary:The Moses/Weitzman Health System is a global leader addressing challenges faced by organizations caring for the poor and diverse populations, and is home to programs focusing on education, research, and process improvement support for safety net providers. The system delivers primary care to more than 150,000 patients in Connecticut, and extends access to specialty care for more than 2.5 million individuals across the U.S. It is a national accrediting body for organizations training advanced practice providers, and offers accredited education and training for Medical Assistants in multiple states. As an incubator for new ideas in areas including social justice, the environment, and social determinants of health, the MWHS is addressing challenges faced by providers caring for underserved communities, creating innovative and impactful initiatives led by nationally and internationally recognized experts. As it forges pathways into the future of primary care, the MWHS honors Lillian Reba Moses (1924-2012), a granddaughter of slaves, and Gerard (Gerry) Weitzman (1938-1999), whose ancestors escaped pogroms in Eastern Europe. Their vision and commitment to justice and equity in healthcare is the foundation upon which the Moses/Weitzman Health System was built.Job Description:The Child and Family Therapy (CFT) program Clinician is a talented clinical social worker or psychotherapist with a passion for and commitment to working with children age 3 -18 and their parents and/or caregivers. This clinician demonstrates an understanding of child development and has the expertise and flexibility to provide therapeutic interventions, based on the needs of each child and family. An unlicensed clinician ("Clinician I") works under the close supervision of a licensed clinician; a licensed clinician ("Clinician II") provides clinical services with a greater degree of independent functioning and may supervise trainees, but continues to receive the benefit of clinical supervision to promote continued professional development, support and quality clinical services. A licensed clinician with the requisite experience ("Clinician III") also supervises other clinicians.ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIESSpecific responsibilities of the position include:Conduct comprehensive, child and family assessments with diagnoses and clinical formulationsDeliver psychotherapeutic services to children utilizing a range of psychotherapeutic interventions, including individual, family and group therapy modalitiesProvide guidance to parents and/or caregivers utilizing a family engagement framework and helping families access needed services and supportsProvide assessment and treatment services to victims and witnesses of crime and other potentially traumatic eventsProvide clinical supervision to and conduct performance evaluations of trainees (Clinician II) or trainees and staff (Clinician III), promoting excellence, professional development and job satisfactionActively participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning team meetings, supervision and other staff development activitiesMaintain positive collaborative relationships with referral sources and key community providersUtilize the agency's electronic health record (EHR) system to ensure proper and timely completion of all required clinical documentation, program statistics, and outcome dataOther related activities as neededQUALIFICATIONSRequired Skills and EducationA Master's degree in clinical social work or community counseling, such as MSW or MFT, or other license track mental health professionLicense in a mental health profession in Connecticut, or eligible to immediately become licensed(Clinician II and III)For Clinician II and III, the ability to model and promote high quality clinical practice, caring and appropriate professional boundaries in clinical work, compliance with administrative responsibilities, and the development of knowledge and excellenceMinimum one year experience providing clinical assessments and psychotherapy with children, adolescents and families (Clinician I), minimum two years post degree experience (Clinician II), minimum three years post degree experienced (Clinician III)Minimum one year experience providing supervision required (Clinician III)Able to demonstrate an understanding of core theoretical concepts including child development, cognitive-behavioral, attachment, and systems approaches, resilience, and trauma-informed diagnosis and treatmentAble to demonstrate solid grounding and experience in at least one relevant orientation to treatment, such as psychodynamic, CBT, TF-CBT, family systems and play therapyVerbal and written fluency in English required; bi-lingual fluency in Spanish, Haitian Creole or another language widely spoken in our community, highly desiredExperience working with patients from culturally diverse backgrounds, and the ability to demonstrate cultural competence and sensitivityComputer skills required; familiarity with EHR systems a plusPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENTHours will vary; our schedules range Monday-Friday from 7am-7pm and Saturdays.Minimal physical effort. Must be able to operate computer and telephone continuously. Regular regional travel as necessary.Organization Information:Location:CGC - Stamford West BroadCity:StamfordState:ConnecticutTime Type:Full time

Job Description Summary:Job Description:The Child and Family Therapy (CFT) program Clinician is a talented clinical social worker or psychotherapist with a passion for and commitment to working with children age 3 -18 and their parents and/or caregivers. This clinician demonstrates an understanding of child development and has the expertise and flexibility to provide therapeutic interventions, based on the needs of each child and family. An unlicensed clinician ("Clinician I") works under the close supervision of a licensed clinician; a licensed clinician ("Clinician II") provides clinical services with a greater degree of independent functioning and may supervise trainees, but continues to receive the benefit of clinical supervision to promote continued professional development, support and quality clinical services. A licensed clinician with the requisite experience ("Clinician III") also supervises other clinicians.ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIESSpecific responsibilities of the position include:Conduct comprehensive, child and family assessments with diagnoses and clinical formulationsDeliver psychotherapeutic services to children utilizing a range of psychotherapeutic interventions, including individual, family and group therapy modalitiesProvide guidance to parents and/or caregivers utilizing a family engagement framework and helping families access needed services and supportsProvide assessment and treatment services to victims and witnesses of crime and other potentially traumatic eventsProvide clinical supervision to and conduct performance evaluations of trainees (Clinician II) or trainees and staff (Clinician III), promoting excellence, professional development and job satisfactionActively participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning team meetings, supervision and other staff development activitiesMaintain positive collaborative relationships with referral sources and key community providersUtilize the agency's electronic health record (EHR) system to ensure proper and timely completion of all required clinical documentation, program statistics, and outcome dataOther related activities as neededQUALIFICATIONSRequired Skills and EducationA Master's degree in clinical social work or community counseling, such as MSW or MFT, or other license track mental health professionLicense in a mental health profession in Connecticut, or eligible to immediately become licensed(Clinician II and III)For Clinician II and III, the ability to model and promote high quality clinical practice, caring and appropriate professional boundaries in clinical work, compliance with administrative responsibilities, and the development of knowledge and excellenceMinimum one year experience providing clinical assessments and psychotherapy with children, adolescents and families (Clinician I), minimum two years post degree experience (Clinician II), minimum three years post degree experienced (Clinician III)Minimum one year experience providing supervision required (Clinician III)Able to demonstrate an understanding of core theoretical concepts including child development, cognitive-behavioral, attachment, and systems approaches, resilience, and trauma-informed diagnosis and treatmentAble to demonstrate solid grounding and experience in at least one relevant orientation to treatment, such as psychodynamic, CBT, TF-CBT, family systems and play therapyVerbal and written fluency in English required; bi-lingual fluency in Spanish, Haitian Creole or another language widely spoken in our community, highly desiredExperience working with patients from culturally diverse backgrounds, and the ability to demonstrate cultural competence and sensitivityComputer skills required; familiarity with EHR systems a plusPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENTHours will vary; our schedules range Monday-Friday from 7am-7pm and Saturdays.Minimal physical effort. Must be able to operate computer and telephone continuously. Regular regional travel as necessary.Organization Information:The Moses/Weitzman Health System is a global leader addressing challenges faced by organizations caring for the poor and diverse populations, and is home to programs focusing on education, research, and process improvement support for safety net providers. The system delivers primary care to more than 150,000 patients in Connecticut, and extends access to specialty care for more than 2.5 million individuals across the U.S. It is a national accrediting body for organizations training advanced practice providers, and offers accredited education and training for Medical Assistants in multiple states. As an incubator for new ideas in areas including social justice, the environment, and social determinants of health, the MWHS is addressing challenges faced by providers caring for underserved communities, creating innovative and impactful initiatives led by nationally and internationally recognized experts. As it forges pathways into the future of primary care, the MWHS honors Lillian Reba Moses (1924-2012), a granddaughter of slaves, and Gerard (Gerry) Weitzman (1938-1999), whose ancestors escaped pogroms in Eastern Europe. Their vision and commitment to justice and equity in healthcare is the foundation upon which the Moses/Weitzman Health System was built.Location:CGC - Child Guidance Center of Southern CT - Shippan AveCity:StamfordState:ConnecticutTime Type:Full time