Clinician - Adult Programs at EAST SIDE HOUSE SETTLEMENT

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Apr, 26

Salary

75000.0

Posted On

03 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Family Systems, Behavioral Interventions, Crisis Intervention, Mental Health Services, Counseling, Assessment, Treatment Planning, Community Referrals, Communication, Teamwork, Problem Solving

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Job Details Job Location: Jobs Plus - Bronx, NY 10454 Salary Range: $75,000.00 - $75,000.00 Salary/year Position Title Clinician Department Adult Programs Site/Location 201 Saint Ann’s Avenue Salary $75,000 Reports To Social Work Department/Directors of Jobs Plus and Post-Secondary Pathways MISSION STATEMENT East Side House cares for the individuals, families, and communities we serve by expanding opportunities to live more fulfilling lives through education, career, and supportive services. JOB DESCRIPTION Summary/ Objective East Side House (ESH) is a community resource in the Bronx and Northern Manhattan. We believe education is the key that enables all people to create economic and civic opportunities for themselves, their families, and their community. ESH’s Adult Programs Portfolio aligns with our mission by providing high quality programs and services within community centers and school partnerships. Reporting to the Director, the Clinician is responsible for providing mental health services to ESH’s workforce development programs. The Clinician will be part of the social services department and is expected to help individuals, families, and groups in the workforce development portfolio to develop coping skills, work through problems, and improve overall well-being. This position’s direct reports include case workers/managers and interacts with both the Jobs Plus and Post-Secondary Pathways programs. With a focus on mental health, the Clinician provides assessments, treatment planning/referrals, crisis intervention and overall coordination of care – improving mental well-being, strengthening relationships and promoting life skills. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Social Services Department lead and Program Directors, the Clinician will be responsible for but not limited to the following: Complete initial needs assessment with participant/family. Build relationships with participating clients through consistent individual/group counseling sessions or mediations. Develop plan for interventions and will include, but not be limited to, gathering information from program leaders, staff, and members. Use validated tools to screen consenting members for mental health symptoms and re-screen members at appropriate intervals (which will vary, based on population needs and the interventions selected) to identify changes in symptoms and adjust clinical services. For psychoeducation, facilitate one-on-one sessions and/or group sessions, based on the evidence-based intervention selected. Provide on-site clinical counseling services for participants. On-site services would be delivered in a manner that ensures privacy and confidentiality for those receiving services. Provide community referrals for participants and family as needed. Follow up on referrals to determine outcomes and help resolve barriers. Provide linkage between participant/family and community resource. Provide clinical counseling and connections to additional treatment as needed. Make recommendations related to methods to promote engagement to increase program participation. Ability to maintain a HIPAA compliant professional work environment. Develops and maintains positive relationships with residents and their families and aids when needed. Completes appropriate paperwork and recommends improvements and more efficient ways of operating the department. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Qualifications Qualifications To perform this position successfully, the Clinician must be able to fulfill all the elements of the job description to the highest standard and be able to work well with colleagues in a high energy and collaborative work environment. Additional qualifications include: Education / Experience Must be a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT) or a licensed psychoanalyst. Must have extensive knowledge of family systems, family therapy, and behavioral interventions should have at least five (5) years of clinical practice experience services. Ability to work independently, prioritize, think critically, problem solve and self-motivate Ability to work in a team environment collaborating effectively, efficiently and respectfully Must possess a positive attitude, be highly articulate and professional Strong computer and software application skills. Strong presentation skills and ability to represent the organization in dialogues with other agencies and community meetings. Excellent skills in verbal and written communication. Demonstrated knowledge of community service/development. Strong computer skills and technological experience including Microsoft Office (Word, Teams, etc.) Google Suite (Google Classroom, Docs, and Sheets) and similar programs Competencies Teamwork Orientation Communication Proficiency Customer/Client Focus Time Management/Ability to meet deadlines/Arrive to work on time Organization of records, emails, and documents. Clearance Employees must be clear to work at ESH. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background checks and/or screenings. Supervisory Responsibility This position will be responsible for supervising and managing the performance of case workers assigned within the department. Physical Demands This role may involve occasional lifting or moving of items up to 25 pounds and routine use of standard office equipment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Expected Work Schedule The work schedule expected for this position is: 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday. Occasional Saturday hours may be required, as aligned to the needs of the program/ service. The schedule may be adjusted based on ESH’s operational needs, with notice provided whenever possible. EEO Statement East Side House (ESH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Responsibilities

The Clinician is responsible for providing mental health services to workforce development programs, including assessments, treatment planning, and crisis intervention. They will also build relationships with clients through counseling sessions and facilitate psychoeducation.