Summary:

Hartford HealthCare, an integrated healthcare network in Connecticut, is seeking an experienced Emergency Department Clinician to join our Behavioral Health team. As an Emergency Department Clinician, you will provide behavioral health counseling services, conduct assessments, administer therapy, and ensure appropriate treatment plans are implemented. This is a part-time position with flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

About Hartford HealthCare:

At Hartford HealthCare, we believe that every moment matters. With over 30,000 dedicated colleagues, we are committed to delivering exceptional care and making a difference in the lives of our patients. Our network includes St. Vincent’s Medical Center, a leading community teaching hospital, along with various specialty services for adults and children. Join us in our mission to provide compassionate, high-quality healthcare to our community.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct patient assessments and establish therapy treatment goals
• Administer individual and group therapy sessions
• Maintain thorough and confidential records of observations
• Evaluate the progress and effectiveness of therapy interventions
• Provide patients with information about community resources and therapeutic activities
• Assist in precertification of patients prior to admission into the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit
• Obtain patients' prior history and communicate this information to designated staff
• Collaborate with psychiatrists to develop safe discharge plans

Qualifications:

• Connecticut licensure in LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LADC, Psychologist, or RN
• Bachelor's degree required for RN; Master's degree in a mental health-related field required for all others
• Prior experience in behavioral health, especially for Registered Nurses, is strongly preferred

Benefits:

Hartford HealthCare values its employees and offers an extensive benefits package. This includes medical and dental benefits, a 401(k) plan with employer match, generous paid time off, and additional voluntary benefits. We are committed to promoting work-life balance and providing opportunities for career development and growth.

Join Hartford HealthCare and be part of an organization that is on the cutting edge of healthcare. Help us bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments, and community education to countless individuals. We believe that every moment matters, and this is your moment to make a difference in the lives of others.