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.
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 Intake Clinician to join our team in Yonkers. In this role, you will be responsible for serving as the first clinical point of contact for individuals entering services. This role focuses exclusively on completing intake and assessment processes in a warm, trauma-informed, and efficient manner. The Intake Clinician ensures clients are welcomed, engaged, and connected to care as quickly as possible. This is a fully in-person role - Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM. The salary range for this full-time position is $70,000-$85,000, determined by licensure. Additionally, WJCS offers supplemental income opportunities.
Responsibilities:
As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial initial assessments. Provide scheduled and rapid access same-day intake evaluations. Assess safety risks and respond appropriately. Develop initial service recommendations and care plans. Facilitate warm handoffs to ongoing providers. Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record. Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams. Complete 5 to 7 services daily comprised of initial and continuing evaluation appointments.
Requirements:
We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications: Master's Degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling. NYS licensure or limited permit (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC) required. Experience conducting behavioral health assessments. Strong engagement, and written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with computer skills and electronic health records. Ability to work effectively with diverse, multicultural populations. Bilingual English/Spanish fluency required. 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 off Comprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) 403(b) Plan and an Agency-Paid Pension Plan Ongoing Professional Development and Training Employee Assistance Program Tuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursements Disability and life insurance Staff appreciation events and employee mental health and wellness initiatives
