Mental Health Clinician, Correctional Health Services *Evening tour* Float

Physician Affiliate Group of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 74,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Clinician to deliver essential mental health services within the correctional system. This role involves providing comprehensive assessments and counseling to incarcerated individuals, ensuring they receive the necessary care and support. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in a relevant field and appropriate licensure, with a preference for those experienced in treating severe mental health issues. Join a dynamic team committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable populations while enjoying exceptional benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

10% 401K company contribution

FREE medical plans

Excellent dental insurance

Generous paid time off

Commuter benefits

Qualifications

• Master's degree in relevant field and New York State licensure required.
• Experience with behavioral problems and severe mental illness preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health evaluations and crisis intervention for inmates.
• Coordinate patient care and collaborate with correctional staff.

Skills

Mental Health Counseling

Crisis Intervention

Assessment Skills

Group Therapy

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

License in Mental Health Counseling

License in Psychology

Job description

Job Location: CHS - Astoria, NY

Salary Range: $74,275.00 - $91,260.00

Job Category: Mental Health Clinician

Employed by PAGNY for The Division of Correctional Health Services (CHS) of New York City Health + Hospitals (H+H), responsible for the delivery of medical care, mental health care, and discharge planning in the jail system. Approximately 25% of new admissions per year to the NYC jail system will receive care on the mental health service. This service strives to provide safe, holistic, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions for the diverse range of mental health issues that face the population.

Responsibilities:

Schedule: Full-time: Mon-Fri, 4pm-12am (RNDC)

Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and the Mental Health Unit Chief on Rikers Island, the MHC will provide quality mental health care to incarcerated individuals. This position is responsible for providing assessment and counseling services to inmates.

• Conducts mental health evaluations, crisis intervention, assessments, and follow-up care.
• Determines and coordinates disposition of patients for appropriate level of mental health care.
• Coordinates with Reentry Social Workers for appropriate discharge planning services.
• Completes required statistical reports.
• Collaborates with the Department of Correction to ensure access to patients, proper housing, and treatment disposition.
• Coordinates patient care with other institutional programs.
• Develops and leads group treatment on mental health observation units and other units as assigned.
• Completes all required documentation.
• Participates in clinical supervision with Clinical Supervisor at least once a week.
• Participates in mental health and medical rounds as assigned.
• Participates 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Unit Chief, Assistant Unit Chief, and Clinical Supervisor.

This position is located on Rikers Island.

This position is unionized through 1199 and granted 1199SEIU benefits.

Qualifications:

• 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.
• 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.

Exceptional Benefits include:

• Competitive compensation package
• 10% 401K company contribution after one year of service, with 3% company contribution starting day one
• Choice of a three tiered, starting at FREE medical plans starting day one
• Excellent dental insurance including orthodontics coverage starting day one
• Generous paid time off program
• Commuter benefits

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PAGNY is one of the largest multi-disciplinary groups in the country whose main purpose is to nurture and embolden the healthcare providers who take care of the most fragile and vulnerable patients in New York City. PAGNY is comprised of over 4,000 physicians and healthcare professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals (H+H), the largest public health system in the United States.

PAGNY has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity and, in that spirit, actively encourages applications from groups underrepresented in healthcare.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V