Mental Health Clinician: Crisis & Group Care (Part-Time)

Physician Affiliate Group of New York; Astoria (OR); On-site; USD 43,290 - 61,655; Part time

Job summary

The Physician Affiliate Group of New York is seeking a part-time Mental Health Clinician to provide quality mental health care on Rikers Island. This role includes evaluations, crisis intervention, and collaboration with colleagues to ensure effective patient treatment and disposition.

Applicants should possess a Master’s degree and relevant licensure in New York State. Experience with behavioral issues and severe mental illnesses is preferred. The position requires working Fridays to Sundays, 4 PM to 12 AM.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work or related field.
• New York State License in relevant mental health field required.
• Experience with adults having behavioral problems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality Mental Health care to patients.
• Conduct mental health evaluations and crisis interventions.
• Coordinate patient care with other institutional programs.

Skills

Mental health evaluations

Crisis intervention

Patient care coordination

Education

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

Job description

The Physician Affiliate Group of New York is seeking a part-time Mental Health Clinician to provide quality mental health care on Rikers Island. This role includes evaluations, crisis intervention, and collaboration with colleagues to ensure effective patient treatment and disposition.

Applicants should possess a Master’s degree and relevant licensure in New York State. Experience with behavioral issues and severe mental illnesses is preferred. The position requires working Fridays to Sundays, 4 PM to 12 AM.