Outpatient Group Clinician (Per Diem)
Mountainside Treatment Center·Canaan, Connecticut
Mountainside Treatment Center·Canaan, Connecticut
Facilitate clinically sound group sessions for clients in PHP, IOP, and OP levels of care using a holistic approach. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to manage client clinical processes and provide crisis management as needed.
Description Outpatient Group Clinician (Per Diem)Canaan, CT
We’re looking for a passionate and dynamic clinician to join our outpatient team and lead meaningful group experiences that support clients on their recovery journey. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, values holistic care, and is energized by helping individuals build sustainable, life-changing progress. If you’re a clinician who believes in the power of group work and wants to help individuals build meaningful, lasting recovery, we’d love to connect with you.
As an Outpatient Group Clinician, you’ll facilitate engaging, clinically sound group sessions that support clients in Partial Hospitalization (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Outpatient (OP) levels of care. You’ll play a key role in creating a safe, supportive, and transformative space where clients can explore recovery through a whole-person approach—mind, body, and spirit.
Facilitate PHP, IOP and OP groups with a focus on integrated care. Collaborate and consult with the outpatient interdisciplinary team members regarding group member clinical processes and needs. Assist with client drug and alcohol screening process as needed. Provide crisis management as needed. Complete all required and assigned trainings in a timely manner. Maintain clinical chart via electronic medical records in accordance with agency and accreditation standards of same day documentation. Participate in individual and group clinical supervision as assigned.
Graduate Degree in Mental Health Counseling, Marriage/Family Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, or related field, required. Holds and maintains independent or provisional licensure as an LCSW/LMSW, LPC/LPC-A, or LMFT/LMFT-A in the state of Connecticut, required. Previous experience facilitating group therapy, required. Previous experience working in an outpatient setting, preferred.
Rates vary based on the nature of the work performed (clinical vs. non-clinical responsibilities), as well as experience and credentials.
Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions.
This is not a fee-for-service position.
Non-clinical hours: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour Clinical hours: $55.00 – $75.00 per hour Why Join Us?
Be part of a collaborative, mission-driven clinical team Gain valuable experience in a respected outpatient setting Opportunities for growth, supervision, and continued learning Make a direct impact in clients’ recovery journeys in a flexible role
Benefits: Paid Sick Time 401(k) with employer matching Free meals while working on the Canaan campus About Mountainside:
Mountainside Treatment Center is a dynamic, fast-paced and growing recovery facility that values innovation and an obsession with providing Best in Class service to our Clients. Founded in 1998, we are a leading behavioral healthcare provider dedicated to treating alcohol dependency and drug addiction. Accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF for its high standards of care, Mountainside seeks out passionate and talented individuals to join its staff. We believe that every employee, regardless of position, plays a vital role in our success.
Here at Mountainside Treatment Center, we strongly prefer all employees to be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 (including regularly scheduled boosters) and the Flu as recommended by the CDC. Mountainside is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
Requires a graduate degree in a mental health field and independent or provisional licensure (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT) in Connecticut. Previous experience facilitating group therapy is required, while outpatient setting experience is preferred.
Market context
Outpatient group clinician roles in Connecticut often draw steady demand from behavioral health programs serving adults, adolescents, and community-based patients. This per diem position is competitive because it requires a graduate degree, Connecticut licensure at the independent or provisional level, and prior group therapy experience, while outpatient experience can strengthen your application. If you are considering applying, review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your resume to highlight group facilitation, licensure status, and outpatient care experience.
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