Senior Clinician, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LADC

Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center

. Provide direct Behavioral Health services to individual clients, groups, and families .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeWest Haven • Connecticut • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing Behavioral Health services, including conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and delivering therapy to individuals, groups, and families. Holds relevant licensure and certifications while maintaining compliance with HIPAA and agency regulations.

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Master’s Degree In Behavioral HealthCT LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LADC, Licensed PsychologistCPR CertificationSupervisory And Managerial SkillsDiagnosis, Assessment, And Treatment Competency

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Hard Skills

Bio-Psychosocial AssessmentIndividual TherapyGroup TherapyFamily TherapyCase ManagementInsurance AuthorizationDischarge PlanningDocumentation AccuracyStandardized EvaluationsCultural Competence

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationInterdisciplinary Team CollaborationClient Satisfaction GenerationPerformance Review Feedback

Certifications & Qualifications

CT LCSWLPCLMFTLADCLicensed PsychologistCPR Certification

Industry Keywords

Behavioral Health ServicesClient ConfidentialityHIPAA ComplianceCommunity Agency CollaborationAge-Specific CompetenciesPopulation-Specific Competencies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide direct Behavioral Health services to individual clients, groups, and families
Conduct bio-psychosocial assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, reviews, and goals
Provide individual, group, and family therapy
Perform case management, insurance authorizations, and discharge planning
Maintain ongoing communication with the Program Director regarding clinical, program, and administrative matters
Supervise and evaluate assigned personnel
Provide feedback and conduct timely, fair, and accurate performance reviews
Maintain client confidentiality and comply with agency, state, and HIPAA laws
Evaluate bio-psychosocial consequences of physical and emotional illness, developmental disability, and/or substance abuse
Implement standardized evaluations and assessments with the multidisciplinary team
Ensure documentation is complete, timely, and accurate
Establish and maintain working relationships with community agencies
Assume leadership responsibilities as directed by the Program Director or Assistant Program Director
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s Degree in a Behavioral Health field required
Must hold valid CT LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LADC, Licensed Psychologist, or equivalent licensure as approved by Chief of Behavioral Health and Hiring Manager
CPR certification required
Minimum of two (2) years experience working with relevant population required; internship may qualify as experience
Supervisory and managerial skills
Knowledge and competency regarding diagnosis, assessment and treatment of behavioral health services
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work with interdisciplinary team
Ability to generate high levels of client satisfaction
Age-specific/population-specific competencies in area(s) of practice
Knowledge and skills related to individual, group and family system dynamics
Cultural competence
Must work on-site in West Haven, Connecticut
Bilingual candidates eligible for sign-on bonus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Above market and competitive salaries
Employee Referral Bonus Program
1 week of CME time each year
License reimbursement
HRSA and Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Generous paid time off
COBRA Reimbursement
401(k) with match up to 5 percent
Sign on Bonus for Bilingual candidates
Liability Insurance
Continued education credits
Equal opportunity employment