Clinician - Mobile Crisis Response Team

Westchester Jewish Community Services; City of Peekskill (NY); On-site; USD 78,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Life insurance

403(b) plan

Job summary

Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is seeking a Full-Time Clinician for its Mobile Crisis Response Team operating in Peekskill and Hartsdale, NY. You will work with peers and police to provide mobile crisis services, de-escalation, and referrals to community resources.

Specialized training and licensed clinician supervision, including hours toward LCSW, are provided. Three 12-hour shifts weekly offer a structured schedule and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• New York LMSW or LMHC license required or eligible for licensure hours.
• Experience with crisis intervention and community-based services is preferred.
• Driver's license valid in NY and access to a vehicle is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with police departments and community partners to de-escalate crises and connect clients to services.
• Provide mobile crisis response alongside a Peer Specialist or clinician as part of a co-response model.
• Follow up with clients post-crisis to link to appropriate services and resources.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Interagency collaboration

Independent work

Education

New York LMSW / LMHC license

Job description

Salary Range: $78,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually

Overview

Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is an award-winning, nonsectarian nonprofit human services agency founded in 1943. Today, WJCS is the largest provider of licensed outpatient community mental 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 each year.

Join our Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) program as a Full-Time Clinician! MCRT operates out of Peekskill and Hartsdale, NY and supports Westchester County’s Project Alliance by delivering mobile crisis services in conjunction with the Peekskill, Buchanan, Cortland, Croton-on-Hudson, Yorktown; White Plains, Greenburgh, Elmsford and Scarsdale police departments. You’ll work closely with a Peer Specialist or clinician and co-respond alongside local police, making an immediate impact in your community.

In addition to a competitive salary range of $78,000-$80,000, you will receive specialized training and ongoing supervision from Licensed Clinicians, including hours toward LCSW.

Schedule options are as follows:

Three 12-hour shifts (9am – 10pm) either Sunday, Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday, Thursday, Friday with availability dependent on current team staffing.

Responsibilities

As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Collaborating closely with the Westchester County Department of Community Mental Health, 988, catchment area Police Departments, delivering services to individuals who are in mental health crisis. This includes de-escalation, assessment and referral to help clients live safely and prevent future crisis.
• Being a part of our cohesive team comprised of licensed clinicians, Peer Specialists, student intern and administrative assistant.
• Following-up with clients up to 4 weeks after crisis response with aim to link client to appropriate services.

Requirements

We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications:

• Valid New York state LMSW (can work toward LCSW hours) or LMHC required.
• NYS Driver’s License required.
• Experience with community-based services and Westchester resources are a plus.
• Crisis intervention and response skills are beneficial.Strong work ethic - must work well independently and within a team environment, plus across systems.
• Ability to collaborate and build/foster relationships with team members and community partners, including police departments.
• Computer proficiency

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 generous Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Disability and life insurance
• 403(b) Plan and Agency-Paid Pension Plan
• On-Going Professional Training and Development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Staff appreciation events and employee mental health & wellness initiatives
• Tuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursements

WJCS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER