Per Diem Mental Health Clinician

About the role

Deliver high-quality, evidence-based mental health services to individuals and families. This role involves treatment planning and ongoing therapeutic intervention, while maintaining ethical and professional standards. Our center provides support to children with developmental disabilities as well as typically developing children.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Provide individual, family, and/or group therapy
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation (e.g., progress notes, treatment plans) consistent with templates provided
• Collaborate with other providers (e.g., primary care, schools, psychiatrists)
• Participate in case consultations and team meetings
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment as needed
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and all regulatory standards
• Provide crisis intervention and safety planning when necessary
• Conducts training on mental health topics at the agency and local level, when applicable
• Effectively communicates in both verbal and written form with necessary stakeholders
• Accepts feedback from supervisors to ensure the access to high quality treatment across all individuals served
• Consults on cases across the agency, when applicable

Qualifications

• Holds at least Master's Degree (e.g., psychology, counseling, school psychology, social work)
• Active, unrestricted license in state of practice (Connecticut, Maryland or Massachusetts). Must have or be nearing completion of license for independent practice.
• Experience with evidence-based treatment modalities (e.g., ACT, CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care)
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Expertise in person-centered plan documentation, implementation, and monitoring
• Computer skills required
• Must have a valid driver's license and have satisfactory background checks

Schedule

Per diem, with an emphasis on after-school hours. This position has the opportunity to grow into a full-time role.

Pay

$35-40 hourly

Benefits

• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan – Save for your future through Aspire's voluntary 403(b) retirement plan.
• Paid Sick Time – Earn paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Access confidential support and resources for personal, family, financial, and work-life needs.
• Professional Development Reimbursement – Take advantage of training and learning opportunities to build your skills and support career growth.
• Meaningful Work & Flexible Scheduling – Enjoy the flexibility of a per diem schedule while making a positive impact in the lives of the individuals and communities we serve.