Job Summary

This position is eligible for $5,000 retention bonus. The Providence Center Child and Family Services Community-Based Outpatient Clinical Therapist (CCBHC) provides individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, and their families through a combination of home-based, office-based, and school-based sessions. Services are designed to be flexible and responsive, meeting clients where they are, both physically and emotionally. This position requires a strong commitment to community outreach, timely documentation, clinical integrity, and flexibility in scheduling, including evenings as needed.

Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide outpatient and community-based psychotherapy, including in-home, in-school, and in-office services.
• Deliver services to children, adolescents, and families using a strengths-based, culturally competent approach.
• Complete comprehensive psychosocial assessments of assigned clients.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with measurable, attainable goals in collaboration with clients and families.
• Provide crisis intervention, case management, and referral services as needed.
• Maintain a flexible schedule to accommodate client needs, including evening appointments.
• Attend and actively participate in team meetings, clinical supervision, and peer case reviews.
• Uphold professional boundaries and treat clients with dignity and respect.
• Use sound judgment and remain calm in emergency or crisis situations.
• Apply knowledge of psychiatric diagnoses and clinical interventions according to DSM-5 criteria.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation in accordance with agency policies and Health Information Services (HIS) requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all HIPAA and agency guidelines.
• Support clients in accessing community resources, attending appointments, and achieving treatment goals.
• Engage clients and families in care planning and shared decision-making.
• Promote client independence while respecting diverse values, lifestyles, and perspectives.

Additional Requirements

• Must be comfortable traveling to clients' homes and community locations; reliable transportation is required.
• Must provide a valid driver’s license and current car insurance upon hire and annually thereafter.
• Must maintain a clean driving record throughout employment.
• Maintain all professional licensure requirements necessary to practice clinical therapy in the state.
• Participate in continuing education for license maintenance and clinical development.
• Complete all required incident reports and adhere to infection control protocols.
• May occasionally serve on agency committees or assist with program development.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support client goals and program needs.

Requirements

• Master's Degree Required; Field of Study: Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field.
• Experience in Human Services field preferred.
• Eligible for Rhode Island licensure (LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMHC-A, LMFT, or LMFT-A) at the time of hire. Must obtain the applicable RI license or certification as a Principal Counselor or Counselor within one (1) year of hire.
• Must have valid driver's license, registration, current inspection sticker and insured auto.
• Eligibility for Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) designation preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of the characteristics of individuals with mental health issues, their families, and family systems.
• Experience with various treatment modalities, including evidence-based therapies and standardized tools such as PHQ-9, C-SSRS, etc.
• Skilled in crisis assessment, risk management, and de-escalation.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and calm demeanor during emergencies.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Proficiency in documentation and electronic record-keeping systems, including ability to document in electronic medical records.
• Capable of working collaboratively with community partners and in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to convey information clearly and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, representatives from outside agencies and the public.
• Ability to build rapport and establish trust with diverse individuals and community partners.
• Cultural competence and commitment to providing equitable and inclusive services.
• Highly motivated, independent, and self-directed.
• Ability to travel within the community with reliable transportation.
• Bilingual preferred. For positions designated as bilingual (Bil), proficiency in the required language is mandatory, and the language assessment must be passed no later than 30 days of starting the role.

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

EEO Statements

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis. EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.