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Community Missions, Inc.
Residential Clinician
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What they do
A Residential Assistant or Advisor works in a residential mental health, long-term care, or substance abuse treatment facility and provides support for patients, including resolving conflicts, helping them adjust to their environment, and alleviating concerns. Performs inspections and assists with move-ins and facility programming.
$45,523 / year median in New York
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Residential Clinician Location
- Lockport, NY Job Type
- Full Time Job Summary
- The Residential Clinician is responsible for the clinical services to youth, including assessments, individual and group therapy, treatment planning, and crisis intervention in a group home setting. Ensures clinical supervision for all staff. The role supports the therapeutic environment and promotes the mental and emotional well-being on the youth. Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine residents' therapeutic needs
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessments
- Continuously evaluate and update treatment plans as needed
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions
- Utilize evidence-based practices to address various mental health issues
- Respond to and manage crisis situations effectively
- Provide de-escalation and stabilization support
- Collaborate with other clinicians, medical staff, and support staff to ensure comprehensive care
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards
- Advocate for youth needs within the facility and with external agencies
- Provide education and support to youth and their families
- Facilitate smooth transitions for residents entering or exiting the program
- Ability to handle stressful situations and manage crises effectively and in a trauma informed manner
- On-call responsibilities in rotation with a team
- Hours include some evenings (as needed) Qualifications
- Licensed Masters-Level Mental Health Professional, Infraction-clear NYS Driver's License.
- Valid New York State Driver's License with clean driving record
- First Aid/CPR trained (agency will provide) Salary
- Starting at $60,000