United Way of Connecticut is based in Rocky Hill, Connecticut. We are conveniently situated right off of I-91, and are close to many shopping plazas, restaurants and public transit.

Every hour of every day, people in Connecticut turn to United Way of Connecticut for help. We help people find and access the health and human services they need, including food, shelter, and other basic needs. We respond in the event of weather emergencies, natural disasters and family and personal crises of any kind. We assist parents and caregivers with finding the best child care for their family.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Youth Mobile Crisis Intervention Services Lead Clinician provides crisis assessment, intervention and stabilization services for youth after program hours of operation. You will also assist team members to deliver quality services to callers and will work with the leadership team to design, implement, and deliver on key projects and new business initiatives.

The Hours: Sunday through Thursday, 10:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. (Full-Time)

The Pay & Benefits: Competitive $26.85 per hour pay rate PLUS shift differential and on-call stipend.

• An outright 8% 401(k) contribution (approximately $4,500 annually).
• 20 days of Paid Time Off in a calendar year – you begin accruing immediately!
• 10 paid holidays per year.
• Generous health benefits including 80% coverage of your medical plan premium and deductible.
• Tuition reimbursement (after 1 year).

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy or counseling with three years of experience which includes the delivery and oversight of community mental health services for children and families required.
• Clinically licensed in psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, or counseling in the State of Connecticut or holds a pre-clinical license in one of these disciplines and is currently within 120 days of licensure exam.
• Incumbent for this position is expected to obtain full clinical licensure upon becoming eligible to do so, with licensure exam scheduled within 30 days of eligibility.
• Superb written and verbal communication, listening, organization and priority setting skills.
• Must obtain certification as a Crisis Worker through the American Association of Suicidology when eligible.
• Knowledge, familiarity and/or experience with contact center operations.
• Working knowledge of contact center technology and supporting software systems.
• Ability to handle a high call volume in a fast-paced contact center environment.
• Well-developed counseling and coaching skills.
• Knowledgeable about all 2-1-1 programs and critical data systems and services in addition to crisis intervention.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality in day-to-day duties.
• Strong customer focus in all tasks and activities, even while under pressure.
• Solid problem solving skills.
• Ability to work and produce in a team environment.
• Ability to relate well with people from diverse groups.
• Ability to perform job with integrity and values consistent with the UWC Mission.

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, United Way of Connecticut, Inc. desires priority referrals of protected veterans for positions at its location at 1344 Silas Deane Hwy, Rocky Hill, CT 06067. Any questions may be referred to Recruitment@ctunitedway.org.

United Way of Connecticut is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Male/Female/Disability/Veteran

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