Practice Nurse 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

Clinic in southwest Connecticut has an opportunity for a Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide locum Urgent Care coverage.10 minutes from Greenwich, 20 minutes from Rye and 1-hour from New York CityDates: Immediate - 9/30/2024Assignment Details:Schedule: 12-hour day shifts, 3-4 days/week, flexible schedulingNo callEMR: ECWSupport Staff: 2 MDs, 1:4 MD to APP ratioPaid travel & lodgingExperience needed: PA-C or FNP with 1+ years of ER experience, CT license, BLS, DEA, ACLS

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

Job Description Summary:Job Description:**Full time opportunity Monday- Friday with one Saturday per month. Comprehensive healthcare benefits, 403B, tuition reimbursement and paid time off**The Primary Care Nurse (PCN) provides high quality, comprehensive, professional nursing primary nursing care to individuals and families throughout the lifespan. As part of a clinical team, the PCN works at the top of his or her licensure to enhance the safety, effectiveness, and efficiency of care through both the performance of professional nursing responsibilities and the delegation of technical and clerical functions as appropriate to medical assistants. Provides patients with both general and focused health education regarding preventive, chronic, and episodic health care issues. Assumes responsibility, in collaboration with primary care providers to coordinate care, support transitions between levels of care, and counsel, educate, and support patients in improving health status. Applies principles of advanced access, planned care and the chronic care model, and rapid cycle performance improvement using the PDSA approach at CHCI.Responsibilities:Support primary care of patients under planned care model. Collaborates with PCP to identify needs for preventive care, evidence based chronic disease care, and care coordination.. Provides general and specific health care education. Works with patients to identify and monitor self management goals. Collaborates care with other community based providers. Follows up on emergency room visits and hospital discharges. Assists providers with exams, treatments, and procedures as needed.Ensures safe, accurate, clinically appropriate collection, storage, and processing of all biologic specimens. Administers medications, including vaccines and immunizations, orally, subcutaneously, intramuscularly, intradermly or via nebulizer at the order of prescribing provider and under standing orders as established by CHCI. Adheres to CHC protocols regarding documentation of medication, route, dosage, and information provided to patient. Monitors patient response to medication based on specific medication administered; detects, reports, and responds to any adverse reaction. Provides patient education as appropriate to the administered medication.Performs wide range of nursing activities as needed and after initial prescription by primary care provider such as wound care, catheterization, etc. Accurately documents all aspects of patient care in the medical chart on a timely basis. Schedules tests and referrals for specialty care on order of provider.Maintains strict infection control standards in accord with CHCI protocols and universal precautions OSHA and CLIA standards.Acts as a resource person for medical assistants regarding patient preparation, needs and procedures needed.Monitors and ensures follow up of all abnormal Pap Smear results, STDs, lead screens and other tests and screens performed at CHCI.Oversees the maintenance of supplies and equipment, ordering supplies as necessary.Maintains compliance with agency mandatory annual training (Patient Safety, Abuse, Age Based Competencies, EOC, Abuse trainings, etc.)Expert use of electronic health record to ensure timely, safe, confidential storage and retrieval of patient informationEducationBachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)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 ConferMedLocation:Community Health Center of Stamford - 5th StreetCity:StamfordState:ConnecticutTime Type:Full time

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 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

Job Description Summary:Job Description:The SBHC Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician is a licensed independent provider who performs diagnostic psychosocial evaluations, develops care plan with clients and their families, offers individual, family, or group therapy as appropriate, collaborated with psychiatric and/or medical providers who are part of the client's care team, and documents all clinical interventions in accordance with CHC policy, Joint Commission standards, and state regulatory expectations. The position is primarily focused on direct client care but may include supervision of unlicensed staff and/or students.This School Based Behavioral Health Clinician is a full time salaried position, that follows a school based calendar, mirroring the school schedule, of 195 days per year. ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIESCLINICALCompletes initial behavioral health evaluations; individual, group and family psychotherapy with children and/or adults in an outpatient clinic.Practices as part of an interdisciplinary, inter-professional team, accepting "warm hand offs" from primary care providers and other members of the health care team as well as reaching in to the patient population to identify patients potentially in need of behavioral health services as flagged by the BH clinical dashboard.Consults with providers within and outside the agency regarding the treatment plan and progress of the patients.Coordinates as needed with psychiatric consultants for diagnostic and consultative needs; refers as necessary for medication management.Attends clinical Team Meetings as assigned and Component MeetingsOpportunity to clinically supervise unlicensed Behavioral Health staff as assignedMeets productivity standards as outlined annually during employees performance appraisal review with a focus on quality clinical care.Encourages clients to express their feelings and discuss what is happening in their lives, helping them to develop insight into themselves or their relationships.Perform crisis interventions with clients.Assess for immediate safety concerns, including: high risk patients/clients who may be at risk for homicide, suicide and domestic violence.Guide clients in the development of skills or strategies for dealing with identified goals.Develop and implement treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge according to state regulatory and joint commission standards.Evaluate the effectiveness of ongoing treatment on clients' progress in resolving identified problems and moving towards defined objectives.Modify treatment activities or approaches, as needed, to comply with changes in clients' status.Discuss with individual patients their plans for life after leaving therapy.Work with and Support family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, or supporting clients or patients.Maintain awareness within discipline about new developments in the fieldGather information about community mental health needs or resources that could be used in conjunction with therapy.Requires ability to work independently, demonstrate flexibility around day to day schedule and clinical expectations.ADMINISTRATIVECompletes all documentation required by state regulations, Joint Commission standards, and CHC Behavioral Health department by laws in a timely manner, included by not limited to intake,, progress notes, treatment plan documentation, and discharge.Completes and locks all treatment notes no later than the end of the next business day.Completes reports as required for outside agencies such as DCF, Family Relations, probation, and others with appropriate releases signed by clients.Participates as a member of agency wide committees as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSPh.D. /Psy.D, LCSW, LPC or LMFT degreeLicensed in the State of Connecticut.Minimum of one year of experience with outpatients including experience with children and/or adults.Strong clinical skill set with knowledge and experience with evidence-based practicesReliable access to an automobile or reliable access to transportation to outside agency consults, meetings and home visits.Written and oral bilingual fluency in language spoken by patient population (for example, bilingual Spanish) preferred.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENTCombination of sustained periods of sitting at keyboard, walking and stair climbingMinimal lifting and carrying activitiesAvailable to participatae in varied school/community events to promote school-based servicesCOMMUNICATION SKILLS:Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. This position must interface with patients, family members, community agencies, school administration, school staff and other providers within the organization.CONFIDENTIALITY OF INFORMATION:Behavioral Health information is kept in strict confidence. Confidentiality of patient and business information is a requirement. Full access to patient medical records and encounter data. Confidentiality must be maintained according to CHC policies.Responsibility for client data entryAccess to medical system information.Confidential patient correspondence.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:Strawberry Hill ElementaryCity:StamfordState:ConnecticutTime Type:Full time

Job Description Summary:Job Description:The Behavioral Health Clinician - Licensed SBHC is an licensed independent Behavioral Health provider who supports students and their families as a CHC employee in a school based clinic and performs diagnostic psychosocial evaluations, develops care plan with clients and their families, offers individual, family, or group therapy as appropriate, and collaborates with psychiatric and/or medical providers who are part of the client's care team. The clinician will document all clinical interventions in accordance with CHC policy, Joint Commission standards, and state regulatory expectations. The position is primarily focused on direct client care but may include supervision of unlicensed staff and/or students.This School Based Health Clinician is a full time salaried position that follows a school based calendar, mirroring the school schedule of 195 days per year. ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIESCLINICALCompletes initial behavioral health evaluations; individual, group and family psychotherapy with children and/or adults in an outpatient clinic.Will be expected to run at least five (5) groups for each week of direct clinical work.Practices as part of an interdisciplinary, inter-professional team, accepting "warm hand offs" from primary care providers and other members of the health care team, as well as reaching in to the patient population to identify patients potentially in need of Behavioral Health services as flagged by the BH clinical dashboard.Consults with providers within and outside the agency regarding the treatment plan and progress of the patients.Coordinates as needed with psychiatric consultants for diagnostic and consultative needs; refers as necessary for medication management.Attends clinical Team Meetings and Component Meetings as assigned.Meets productivity standards as outlined annually during employees performance appraisal review with a focus on quality clinical care.Encourages clients to express their feelings and discuss what is happening in their lives, helping them to develop insight into themselves or their relationships.Perform crisis interventions with clients.Assess for immediate safety concerns, including: high risk patients/clients who may be at risk for homicide, suicide and domestic violence.Guide clients in the development of skills or strategies for dealing with identified goals.Develop and implement treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge according to state regulatory and joint commission standards.Evaluate the effectiveness of ongoing treatment on clients' progress in resolving identified problems and moving towards defined objectives.Modify treatment activities or approaches, as needed, to comply with changes in clients' status.Discuss with individual patients their plans for life after leaving therapy.Work with and Support family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, or supporting clients or patients.Maintain awareness within discipline about new developments in the fieldGather information about community mental health needs or resources that could be used in conjunction with therapy.Licensed clinicians may supervise student interns or other staff working toward obtaining licensure. Unlicensed clinicians are actively working towards obtaining licensure.ADMINISTRATIVECompletes all documentation required by state regulations, Joint Commission standards, and CHC Behavioral Health department by laws in a timely manner, included by not limited to intake, prior authorization request, progress notes, treatment plan documentation, and discharge.Completes and locks all treatment notes no later than the end of the next business day.Completes reports as required for outside agencies such as DCF, Family Relations, probation, and others with appropriate releases signed by clients.Participates as a member of agency wide committees as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSLicensure / Certification / Registration: LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Licensed as Clinical Psychologist in State of CT. preferred, or may be license eligible with required current Associate license (MLSW, PC-A, MFT-A) with ability to obtain full clinical licensure within 3 years of hire. Professional clinical licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT) preferred.Minimum of two years of experience with outpatients including experience with children and/or adults.Theoretical orientation consistent with brief, problem-focused therapyReliable access to an automobile or reliable access to transportation to outside agency consults, meetings and home visits.Written and oral bilingual fluency in language spoken by patient population (for example, English/Spanish) preferred.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENTCombination of sustained periods of sitting at keyboard, walking and stair climbingMinimal lifting and carrying activitiesCOMMUNICATION SKILLS:Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. This position must interface with patients, family members, community agencies and other providers within the organization.CONFIDENTIALITY OF INFORMATION:Behavioral Health information is kept in strict confidence. Confidentiality of patient and business information is a requirement. Full access to patient medical records and encounter data. Confidentiality must be maintained according to CHC policies.Responsibility for client data entryAccess to medical system information.Confidential patient correspondence.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:Newfield Elementary SchoolCity:StamfordState:ConnecticutTime Type:Full time