Southwest Community Health Center Inc·Bridgeport, Connecticut
The Behavioral Health Therapist is responsible for providing evaluation, education, intervention, treatment, and aftercare for individuals dealing with addiction or co-occurring disorders using integrated behavioral health assessments and DSM 5 diagnoses. Key duties include conducting individual and group therapy, developing individualized treatment plans, leading educational groups, and providing necessary crisis intervention.
The physical requirements and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate phones, computers, and other office equipment. The position requires the physical ability to kneel, bend and perform light lifting. This person must have the ability to write and speak clearly using the English language to convey information and be able to hear at normal speaking levels both in person and over the telephone. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Generally, the working conditions are good with little or no exposure to extremes in health, safety hazards and/or hazardous materials. This person must have the ability to travel as required to work with staff.
Ability to relate to people of diverse backgrounds. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills Ability to document in an EHR. Experience facilitating groups. Experience in co-occurring treatment CPR/BLS Certified Education and/or Experience: Master’s Degree in social work, counseling or related field required. Experience working with co-occurring populations. Connecticut State License (LPC, LMFT, LCSW, LADC) or provisionally licensed (LPC-A, LMSW, (L) MFT-A) Three (3) years’ experience in Human Services. Cultural and ethnic sensitivity essential Experience in working with diverse populations.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Connecticut often draw steady demand from community providers, schools, and outpatient programs serving clients with ongoing support needs. These roles can be competitive because employers commonly look for reliable scheduling, documentation skills, and practical requirements such as a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, access to an insured vehicle, and completed clearances. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm travel expectations and required verifications before applying.