A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
The Licensed Clinician will work in collaboration with the Campus Clinical team to provide in•person services to children and adolescents on the JCCA campus community. In accordance with Article I-29 and Families First, the Social Worker will provide crisis counseling and intervention for young adults experiencing acute crisis. The LMHC will report to Assistant Director of Behavioral Support.
ESSENTIAL TASKS
Provide prompt mobile crisis assessment and short term intervention for children, adolescents and their families, focused on safety planning and crisis stabilization. Provide assessment, and treatment services to victims and witnesses of crime and other potentially traumatic events. Screen and use rapid risk assessment to effectively respond to clients to reduce risk factors for suicide/self-harming behaviors, substance abuse, program disturbance, ER visits, and psychiatric hospitalization, arrest/recidivism, and incarceration. Obtain immediate case consultation and supervision, when needed for support, enhanced decision making and safety in high risk situations. Conduct comprehensive, child and family assessments including diagnosis, clinical formulation, safety plans and OLP evaluations. Provide psychotherapeutic services utilizing psycho-dynamically oriented, trauma focused, cognitive behavioral, and play therapy interventions, as well as family and group therapy modalities. Conduct campus community education programs to increase awareness of mental health and safety. Actively participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning team meetings. Maintain positive collaborative relationships with referral sources and key community providers.
QUALIFICATIONS
New York Stated licensed
LCSW/LMSW/LMHC/LMFT/LCAT
•limited permit is acceptable Strong clinical background in crisis intervention and experience working with diverse populations Strong diagnostic and therapeutic skills, particularly using short-term treatment models. Experience in use of electronic health records software. Previous experience in Residential Setting is highly preferred NYS Driver license is needed to drive Agency vehicles•NJ, CT license is acceptable
SALARY:
$62•64K•differential offered for NYS license and language skills if applicable to client population Differential Offered for license and bilingual skills if applicable to client population
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have one of the following
Degrees:
MSW, MFT, or MHC? If requested, are you flexible to work at least one shift that ends in the later evening ?
Language:
Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification:
LMSW, LMHC, LMFT or LCAT (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Pleasantville, NY 10570 (Required)
Work Location:
In person
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$62,000.00•$64,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Education:
Master's (Required)
Experience:
Child welfare: 1 year (Preferred) Case management: 1 year (Preferred)
