BHI Licensed Social Worker (LCSW or LMSW) at WILLIAM F RYAN COMMUNITY HEALTH CEN

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Apr, 26

Salary

53.09

Posted On

12 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mental Health Services, Clinical Screenings, Psychosocial Assessments, Psychotherapy, Crisis Support, Treatment Planning, Community Agency Collaboration, Electronic Medical Records, Cultural Competency, Group Therapy, Evidence Based Practices, Patient Outreach, Teamwork, Organization, Documentation, Communication

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: NENA - New York, NY 10009 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Graduate Degree Salary Range: $41.06 - $53.09 Hourly Job Shift: Day Job Category: Health Care Work Schedule: Monday 11-7pm, Tuesday-Friday 9-5pm Position Overview: The Behavioral Health Integration Program is part of NYS Article 28 program. It aims to provide short-term treatment to a diverse patient population, behavioral health consultation for PCPs and other medical staff, and patient connections to outside services not provided by Ryan. A vital part of our treatment is assessment and treatment planning and includes the implementation of universal mental health screenings for depression, anxiety and substance use and abuse. The Behavioral Health Integration Clinician (LCSW/LMSW) is responsible for providing short term mental health services to the patients of Ryan Health. These services include outreach, clinical screenings, psychosocial assessments, and psychodynamic psychotherapy utilizing evidenced based practices. The Clinician functions as a team member of an interdisciplinary staff to ensure integration of care for Ryan patients, and to maximize the efficacy of screening, referral, and follow up communication between primary care and mental health providers. The Clinician will work with community agencies to assure coordinated care for their patients. This work is carried out in support of the mission and goals of Ryan Health. Essential Functions: Maintain an assigned caseload of patients with diverse mental health needs Provide short term supportive and insight therapy using a variety of treatment modalities including individual, group and family therapy. Provide support to patients in crisis. Administer mental health screenings, clinical assessments, recommendations, treatment planning, internal and external referrals, and triage as needed. Develop linkages with outside agencies including mental health and substance abuse providers, local social service agencies, and other resources to meet the psycho-social needs of our patients. Participate in staff meetings and case conferences with the BHI team and mental health teams throughout the network. Maintain professional competence by attendance at professional conferences, trainings, in-service seminars and other meetings as assigned. Participate in weekly individual supervision. Adhere to all agency and departmental policies and procedures. Must demonstrate a professional, courteous and respectful attitude in dealing with patients, immediate supervisor, and other employees. Other Immediately report any problems or unusual occurrences to supervisor/s. Perform other duties/special assignments as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Experience and Skills Required: Two years’ experience in a health/behavioral health setting as a social worker Must be knowledgeable and trained in some evidenced based practices. Able to practice using multi-modalities, individual, group and/or relationship therapies. Demonstrated track record of organization, focus and ability to work in a fast-paced clinic. Working experience with electronic medical records software. Able to use a computer for word processing and scheduling appointments in a calendar. Experience treating individuals with mental illness and working with diverse patient populations both children and adults. Able to meet the demands of a busy clinic practice in both serving patients well and documenting the work done in a timely manner. Demonstrate cultural competency Education, Experience and/or Skills Required: Master’s Degree from an accredited School of Social Work Licensed Master SW or Licensed Clinical SW Licensed to practice in the State of New York Education, Experience and/or Skills Preferred: eClinicalWorks Bilingual: English/Spanish. Group therapist CASAC Competencies Required: Customer Service: Professional, courteous and respectful attitude in dealing with patients. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served (if applicable). Commits to exceeding expectations of the patient. Cooperation/Teamwork Works well with others. Contributes input to improve outcomes. Asks others for opinions and feedback; provides feedback in a tactful respectful way. Minimal Training Time: 90-day introductory period. Working Conditions: Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to move about the office; use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work is primarily in a mental health clinic and/or general primary care setting which includes the unpredictability in behaviors of individuals and acute and chronic infectious diseases which may be contagious. Disclaimer The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. This position may be required to perform other duties. If such work becomes a permanent and regular part of the job, a new description will be prepared. Equal Opportunity Employer Ryan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital or family status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Integration Clinician is responsible for providing short-term mental health services, including outreach, clinical screenings, and psychodynamic psychotherapy. They work as part of an interdisciplinary team to ensure integrated care for patients.