Jail-Based RESTART Therapist (LMSW/LMHC)

Family Services Inc; Manchester Bridge (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Services, Inc. seeks a RESTART Program Specialist/Clinician (LMSW or LMHC) to provide group and individual counseling for incarcerated individuals at the Dutchess County Justice and Transition Center.

The position offers full-time, non-exempt status, 35 hours per week, with a schedule Monday–Friday, 8am–4pm. Licensing, bilingual ability, and experience in criminal justice settings are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work (MSW) or mental health counseling (MHC) from a rehabilitative counseling program approved by the New York State Department of Education.
• Licensed by the NYS Department of Education as LMSW or LMHC (provisional allowed with permanent license before expiry).
• Experience in jail or with a justice-involved population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and co-lead groups for men and women (min 4 groups weekly).
• Provide individual therapy including diagnostic assessment and evaluation.
• Develop transition plans from custodial to community settings with ongoing supports.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and coordinate with jail-based team to meet goals.
• Maintain case records and complete required documentation in Northpointe.
• Attend weekly supervision and consult with supervisory staff.
• Coordinate with community providers to ensure transition services are seamless.
• Provide community-based individual therapy via virtual platform for RESTART participants.

Skills

Criminal justice knowledge

CBT techniques

Trauma-informed care

Communication skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Education

MSW or MHC degree

Job description

Family Services, Inc. seeks a RESTART Program Specialist/Clinician (LMSW or LMHC) to provide group and individual counseling for incarcerated individuals at the Dutchess County Justice and Transition Center.

The position offers full-time, non-exempt status, 35 hours per week, with a schedule Monday–Friday, 8am–4pm. Licensing, bilingual ability, and experience in criminal justice settings are highly valued.