SBHC Social Worker / Mental Health Clinician - Temporary

The Role Our School Based Health Centers (SBHC) Program is looking for a temporary licensed mental health practitioner with related experience to staff a school-based outpatient clinic in Stamford, Connecticut. This is a temporary 3-4 month position located in a middle school and is based on the approved public-school calendar.

SBHC mental health clinicians provide health education (both large and small group instruction) and individual, family, and group counseling to students, often working as part of interdisciplinary health care teams with nurse practitioners and health educators. The successful candidate will maintain continuity of care for an established caseload and ensure a seamless transition.

The work schedule for the SBHC clinician position is 30-35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:30am-2:30pm. Anticipated start date is early December.

Requirements

Completion of master’s or post-master’s degree from an accredited counseling program Active licensure (LCSW, LMSW, LPC, LPCA, LMFT) in Connecticut, or the ability to obtain CT licensure Experience working with middle school students and their families preferred Bilingual/bi-cultural experience strongly preferred Strong clinical skills and experience using evidence-based models with children and families Collaborative and proactive approach to relationship building, resource development, and creating equitable access Ability to engage in therapeutic practices in accordance with all HIPAA, state, federal, licensing, and accrediting bodies Knowledge and experience with electronic health records Compensation $40-48/hour, depending on experience About Family Centers Family Centers is a private, nonprofit organization offering health, education and human service programs to children, adults and families in Fairfield County.

Our team includes 300 professionals and over 500 trained volunteers who collaborate to provide our communities with a wide range of responsive and innovative services. Through our comprehensive network of services, more than 26,000 children, adults, families and communities receive the care, encouragement and resources needed to realize their potential.

For more information, please visit www.familycenters.org. Family Centers is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees as indicated in applicable federal and/or state laws.