Mental Health Clinician (000474)

Abacus Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated mental health professional to provide quality care to incarcerated individuals. This role involves conducting evaluations, crisis interventions, and coordinating with various departments to ensure comprehensive treatment. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Social Work or Psychology and relevant licensure, along with a passion for helping those in need. Join a supportive team where your expertise will make a significant impact on the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are committed to making a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field required.
• New York State License in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or Psychology needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health evaluations, crisis interventions, and follow-up care.
• Coordinate patient care and develop group treatment programs.
• Complete required documentation and participate in clinical supervision.

Skills

Mental Health Evaluations

Crisis Intervention

Patient Coordination

Group Treatment Development

Psychological Testing

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Master's degree in Psychology

Job description

Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and the Mental Health Unit Chief in their assigned facility on Rikers Island, the successful candidate will provide quality mental health care to incarcerated adult men who need and/or want services.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct mental health evaluations, crisis intervention, assessments, and follow-up care.
• Determine and coordinate disposition of patients for appropriate level of mental health care.
• Coordinate with Reentry Social Workers for appropriate discharge planning services.
• Complete required statistical reports.
• Collaborate with the Department of Correction to ensure access to patients, proper housing, and treatment disposition.
• Coordinate patient care with other institutional programs.
• Develop and lead group treatment on mental health observation units and other units as assigned.
• Complete all required documentation.
• Participate in clinical supervision with Clinical Supervisor at least once a week.
• Participate in mental health and medical rounds as assigned.
• Participate in case conferences and treatment planning for patients receiving and being considered for mental health treatment.
• May conduct psychological testing as assigned.
• May supervise social work interns or student volunteers as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Unit Chief, Assistant Unit Chief, and Clinical Supervisor.

Pay Range: This is the pay range that RightSourcing (a part of Magnit) reasonably expects to pay someone for this position, however, as a supplier, your expected pay range may vary and/or include certain benefits like: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K. Pay range: (USD)29.68 hrly - (USD)47.37 hrly.

Minimum Requirements:

Education Requirement: Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field. New York State License in Social Work, License in Mental Health Counseling, or licensure in Psychology.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Preference given to those applicants with experience conducting both assessment and treatment with adults with behavioral problems, substance use histories, and severe mental illness. Preference will also be given to applicants with inpatient or related experience.

Schedule Notes:

Please submit workers only for 8AM shift. DOC/PREA required and worker must have clinical experience.