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MDFR Specialist

Advanced Behavioral Health
place Danbury, 06810
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English, Spanish
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
ECT
Individuals with Addiction Issues
Aviation/Transportation
Racial Justice Allied
Home Health/In-home

About Job

POSITION SUMMARY:

 

This position will represent ABH® and its services in a positive and professional manner and adhere to ABH®’s best practices, guidelines, policies and procedures as established, promoting ABH® as a leader in behavioral healthcare in all interactions and work.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

  • Deliver MDFR services on-site at DCF, in client homes, or in other community locations.
  • MDFR Specialists also may participate in DCF case consultation and service planning meetings.
  • Bi-lingual Spanish/English preferred with expertise working with Hispanic youth and families, and with experience in the substance use field. 

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
 

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher, with several years of experience working in the substance use treatment field.
  • Required to become fully certified as an MDFR Specialist typically lasts 9-12 months.
  • MDFR staff participate in ongoing quality assurance activities after certification;
  • Compliance with current State of Connecticut and federal health and vaccine requirements;
  • Attends annual Conflict of Interest training.

 

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

 

  • Demonstrated knowledge of engagement services, substance use, mental health services, and community resources;
  • Experience with and understanding of recovery and the stages of change;
  • Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, safe driving record, and be willing to transport clients in personal vehicle;
  • Proof of car insurance verifying minimum insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000/$100,000;
  • Strong attention to detail; ability to work on multiple tasks and meet deadlines;
  • Excellent PC skills with demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office Package (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Outlook); internet;
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills required;
  • Attends annual Conflict of Interest training.




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Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Age Groups

Adolescents/Teenagers (14-19)

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Practice Specifics

Populations

Individuals with Addiction Issues
Aviation/Transportation
Racial Justice Allied

Settings

Home Health/In-home