CHMC - TREATMENT COORDINATOR

Claxton Hepburn Medical Center & Medical Campus; City of Ogdensburg (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Claxton Hepburn Medical Center & Medical Campus in Ogdensburg, NY seeks a dedicated Mental Health Treatment Coordinator to plan and facilitate comprehensive patient care. This role bridges inpatient treatment with outpatient recovery, ensuring a holistic, multidisciplinary approach to mental wellness.

Responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans with a multidisciplinary team, applying psychotherapeutic techniques in group settings, coordinating discharge transitions,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology is required.
• MSW preferred for advanced roles.
• NY LMSW license is required if the candidate holds an MSW.
• Current BLS certification and PMCS training required.
• Experience with mentally ill populations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update individualized care plans with a clinical team.
• Provide group psychotherapy and psychoeducation to patients and families.
• Coordinate care with outpatient providers for transition post-discharge.
• Engage families in the treatment process.
• Maintain safety, confidentiality, and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Clinical documentation

Electronic health records

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Master's in Social Work (MSW) preferred

Tools

BLS certification

PMCS training

Job description

Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center

• CHMC MENTAL HEALTH UNIT

Ogdensburg, NY

Mental Health

Full Time, day shift, 8:00-4:00

CHMC – MHU- Treatment Coordinator – Full Time- Day Shift

Pay Range: $26.40-$34.31*

We are seeking a dedicated Mental Health Treatment Coordinator to plan and facilitate comprehensive care for our patients. This role is essential in bridging the gap between inpatient treatment and outpatient recovery, ensuring every patient receives a holistic, multidisciplinary approach to mental wellness.

Key Responsibilities

• Treatment Planning: Develop, implement, and update individualized care plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary clinical team.
• Therapeutic Intervention: Apply psychotherapeutic techniques in group settings and provide psychoeducation to patients and their families.
• Care Coordination: Act as a liaison with outpatient providers to ensure continuity of care during hospitalization and seamless transitions upon discharge.
• Family Engagement: Facilitate family participation in the treatment process to support long-term patient success.
• Safety & Compliance: Maintain a secure environment through strict adherence to patient safety protocols, confidentiality (HIPAA), and regulatory standards.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Psychology required. Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) preferred.
• Licensure: Valid NYS Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) license is required if the candidate holds an MSW.
• Certifications: Current BLS certification and PMCS (Preventing and Managing Crisis Situations) training required.
• Experience: Strong knowledge and clinical understanding of working with mentally ill populations.

Skills & Attributes

• Interpersonal Excellence: Ability to communicate effectively and build rapport with a wide variety of personalities and backgrounds.
• Clinical Accuracy: High attention to detail in monitoring patient progress and maintaining precise clinical documentation.
• Technical Proficiency: Basic computer skills and familiarity with electronic health records.
• Professionalism: Committed to quality assurance and maintaining a clean, therapeutic environment.
• The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Carthage Area Hospital and Claxton Hepburn Medical Center are Equal Opportunity Employers. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran encouraged to apply.