Day Kimball Health is hiring for a Staff Psychotherapist for Child Adolescent for our BHS department as a 1st Shift job in Putnam, CT.     Staff Psychotherapist Benefits Summary: 

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account   
• Pharmacy Plan   
• 401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution  
• Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance   
• Short- & Long-Term Disability   
• Accident & Critical Illness Coverage   
• 401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution  
• Vacation Time  
• Sick Days  
• Paid Holidays  
• Education Reimbursement 
• Pet Insurance 
• Additional Benefits  

Staff Psychotherapist Summary:   As the Staff Psychotherapist, you will be a vital member of a dynamic team responsible for…   Provides direct services to psychiatric outpatients including evaluation, diagnosis, psychotherapy and referral for other services if needed.  Provides services to adolescents as well as adults.   Staff Psychotherapist Job Responsibilities:  

• Performs individual, marital, family, and group psychotherapy for persons in the thirteen-town area who apply for such services.
• Evaluates psychiatric patients in the Emergency Department under the supervision of a psychiatrist.
• Serves as liaison with other service providers or community supports for the continuous improvement of services to patients.
• Maintains patient charts appropriately, including development of treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Attends and participates in interdisciplinary staff conferences.
• Assists patients and families in dealing with: acute psychiatric symptoms, assessing needed clinical interventions, encouraging use of and compliance with medication.
• Discusses patients' progress in therapy in weekly supervision sessions.
• Takes appropriate action when patients become suicidal, homicidal or psychotic.

  Staff Psychotherapist Education and Experience Requirements:  

• MSW, MS, MA in Psychology or related field required.
• Current Connecticut state licensure required.
• Minimum of one year experience in a psychiatric setting preferred.

  Staff Psychotherapist Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  

• Nonviolence Crisis Intervention Training.
• Meets physical and mental demands of position.
• Demonstrates good communication skills and ability to maintain positive relationships with physicians, patients, families, and other hospital personnel.
• Demonstrates strong organizational abilities.
• Superior verbal skills.
• Good interviewing skills and knowledge of DSM-IV (TR) and psychopathology.

  Why Choose Day Kimball Health? The Care You Need. Close to Home.   For nearly 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been the trusted healthcare provider for the Northeastern Connecticut community, offering accessible and compassionate care close to home. As a non-profit, integrated healthcare provider, we are committed to delivering high-quality services while maintaining a strong connection with our patients and their families. At Day Kimball, we are passionate about both our patients and our employees. We are growing our talented team every day and offer a supportive, collaborative environment where you can thrive and make a difference. Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be a part of an organization that values both personal and professional growth.   Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws. Day Kimball Health is a smoke free environment.    Are you ready to apply your expertise at the largest employer in northeastern Connecticut, known for its commitment to excellence in individualized care? Join our team as a Staff Psychotherapist and experience a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and, most importantly, a career that makes a difference!