Overview
MJA Behavioral Health & Wellness believes that everyone should have access to quality mental health care, and that the well-being and professional growth of our clinicians are just as important as the care they provide. We foster a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative environment that encourages professional development, autonomy, and long-term growth.
We are seeking a Therapist to join our growing clinical team in Shelton, CT. This role focuses on providing high-quality, client-centered outpatient therapy within a supportive group practice. The ideal candidate is compassionate, organized, and clinically strong, with a desire to work collaboratively while maintaining independence in their clinical style.
Key Responsibilities
· Maintain a consistent outpatient caseload of at least 15 billed clients per week
· Provide individual therapy to clients across the lifespan (children, adolescents, age 7 and above)
· Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation, including progress notes and treatment plans
· Collaborate with supervisors, colleagues, and administrative staff as needed
· Participate in staff meetings, case consultations, and trainings
· Adhere to ethical, legal, and practice standards
Qualifications
· Active Connecticut licensure or associate/provisional licensure under supervision (LCSW, LMSW, LPC, LPCA, LMFT, or LMFTA)
· Experience working with children, adolescents, and/or families
· Familiarity with evidence-based therapeutic approaches
· Experience in outpatient mental health settings preferred
· Strong clinical judgment and professional boundaries
· Commitment to ethical and client-centered care
Skills
· Strong clinical skills in assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and intervention
· Ability to build rapport and maintain therapeutic alliances
· Bilingual Preferred – English/Spanish
· Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills
· Strong organizational and time-management skills
· Comfort using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems
Compensation & Schedule
· Competitive compensation, commensurate with licensure and experience
· Must be available in person on Thursdays and Fridays from 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. and either Saturday or Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
What We Offer
· Beautiful, fully equipped Shelton offices, including therapeutic resources
· Client referrals provided by MJA, with minimum caseload expectations based on position
· Administrative and billing support from a dedicated team
· CEU opportunities and ongoing professional development
· Collaborative, supportive, and growth-oriented work culture
· Commitment to clinician wellness, growth, and sustainability
Pay: $40.00 - $65.00 per hour
Language:
License/Certification:
- CT license-LCSW, LMSW, LPC, LPCA, LMFT, LMFTA (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Shelton, CT 06484 (Required)
Work Location: In person
