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We are currently seeking a bilingual (English/Spanish) Clinical Social Worker or Mental Health Counselor to join our team. In this role, you will provide trauma-informed mental health services to individuals through the DAs office, as well as members of the community seeking care through a licensed mental health clinic. Services are provided to children, adolescents, adults, and families who have experienced a wide range of traumatic events, including child and elder abuse, sexual and physical assault, domestic violence, homicide-related loss, and other forms of victimization.
Training, supervision, and ongoing professional development in providing trauma-informed intervention services for children and adults is provided by the agency.
The salary range for this full-time position is $65,000 - $85,000, determined by licensure. This position is four days per week at the DAs Office (Justice Center) and one day at the WJCS Hartsdale CCBHC.
Provide trauma-informed treatment in various modalities, including individual, family, and group therapy for ongoing treatment cases.
Deliver services in-person, via telehealth, and by telephone.
Maintain a small caseload of clients who have experienced other types of non-crime trauma, including individuals affected by COVID and racial injustice, and those who are from the LGBT and undocumented communities.
Accompany victims to court when requestedAdvocate on behalf of victims with healthcare providers, community organizations, schools, courts, and other service systems.
Research and provide information and referrals to victimsConduct comprehensive intake assessment and develop written treatment plan with the client (collaborative documentation).Monitor and update the treatment plan and work with client to fulfill the goals of the treatment plan.
Complete clinical documentation, treatment plans, progress notes, and agency reports accurately and within required timeframes.
Learn, understand, and use evidence-based practice techniques. Provide crisis intervention as needed. Meet or exceed monthly productivity requirements. Maintain necessary patient related contacts with other agencies and resources (courts, schools, etc.), via phone, correspondence or in-person visits Professionally represent the agency at community meetings and in the media
Masters Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work, or Masters in Mental Health Counseling.
Possession of or eligible for license to practice in New York State (LMSW or LCSW, or LMHC) issued by the New York State Education Department. Exceptional interpersonal relationship skills; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationshipsFamiliarity with the criminal justice system and victim services.
Three-five years of experience counseling victims of crime, preferredFluency in both English and Spanish, with strong verbal and in written communication skillsKnowledge of trauma-informed care and principles and clinical best practicesKnowledge of/skill with at least one evidence-based practice for treating adults and one for children; Ability to use time effectively in order to meet or exceed monthly productivity requirementsKnowledge of community resources and referral systems; Ability to conduct interviews to obtain social and medical information necessary to perform diagnostic evaluationAbility to observe for the purpose of analysis and treatment; What WJCS has to offer you:
In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package, including:
Generous paid time offComprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)403(b) Plan and an Agency-Paid Pension PlanOngoing Professional Development and TrainingEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursementsDisability and life insuranceStaff appreciation events and employee mental health and wellness initiatives
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Westchester Jewish Community Services
Bilingual Clinician - Trauma
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What they do
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.
$36,117 / year median in New York
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Overview:
Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is an award-winning nonprofit, nonsectarian human services organization founded in 1943. Today, it has grown to be the largest provider of licensed outpatient community behavioral health services and one of the largest human service agencies in Westchester County. WJCS delivers innovative programs and services and compassionate care to more than 20,000 people of all ages and backgrounds throughout the county.We are currently seeking a bilingual (English/Spanish) Clinical Social Worker or Mental Health Counselor to join our team. In this role, you will provide trauma-informed mental health services to individuals through the DAs office, as well as members of the community seeking care through a licensed mental health clinic. Services are provided to children, adolescents, adults, and families who have experienced a wide range of traumatic events, including child and elder abuse, sexual and physical assault, domestic violence, homicide-related loss, and other forms of victimization.
Training, supervision, and ongoing professional development in providing trauma-informed intervention services for children and adults is provided by the agency.
The salary range for this full-time position is $65,000 - $85,000, determined by licensure. This position is four days per week at the DAs Office (Justice Center) and one day at the WJCS Hartsdale CCBHC.
Responsibilities:
As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:Provide trauma-informed treatment in various modalities, including individual, family, and group therapy for ongoing treatment cases.
Deliver services in-person, via telehealth, and by telephone.
Maintain a small caseload of clients who have experienced other types of non-crime trauma, including individuals affected by COVID and racial injustice, and those who are from the LGBT and undocumented communities.
Accompany victims to court when requestedAdvocate on behalf of victims with healthcare providers, community organizations, schools, courts, and other service systems.
Research and provide information and referrals to victimsConduct comprehensive intake assessment and develop written treatment plan with the client (collaborative documentation).Monitor and update the treatment plan and work with client to fulfill the goals of the treatment plan.
Complete clinical documentation, treatment plans, progress notes, and agency reports accurately and within required timeframes.
Learn, understand, and use evidence-based practice techniques. Provide crisis intervention as needed. Meet or exceed monthly productivity requirements. Maintain necessary patient related contacts with other agencies and resources (courts, schools, etc.), via phone, correspondence or in-person visits Professionally represent the agency at community meetings and in the media
Requirements:
We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications:Masters Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work, or Masters in Mental Health Counseling.
Possession of or eligible for license to practice in New York State (LMSW or LCSW, or LMHC) issued by the New York State Education Department. Exceptional interpersonal relationship skills; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationshipsFamiliarity with the criminal justice system and victim services.
Three-five years of experience counseling victims of crime, preferredFluency in both English and Spanish, with strong verbal and in written communication skillsKnowledge of trauma-informed care and principles and clinical best practicesKnowledge of/skill with at least one evidence-based practice for treating adults and one for children; Ability to use time effectively in order to meet or exceed monthly productivity requirementsKnowledge of community resources and referral systems; Ability to conduct interviews to obtain social and medical information necessary to perform diagnostic evaluationAbility to observe for the purpose of analysis and treatment; What WJCS has to offer you:
In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package, including:
Generous paid time offComprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)403(b) Plan and an Agency-Paid Pension PlanOngoing Professional Development and TrainingEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursementsDisability and life insuranceStaff appreciation events and employee mental health and wellness initiatives