Clinical Specialist-B4543301

QTAP 221-10 Jamaica Ave Queens Village, NY 11428, USA Description JOB SUMMARY: The Clinical Specialist is a mental health professional who collaborates with the Treatment Apartment case management teams to provide clinical guidance for high-risk individuals. The Clinical Specialist supports individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders, ensuring they receive the necessary interventions to maintain community living and housing stability. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Deliver clinical consultation and crisis management support to supported housing teams. Consult on challenging cases (e.g., clients with co-morbidities, psychiatric risk, AOT/forensic involvement) and maintain a "clinical watch list" of such cases. Lead internal case conferences to support staff in designing person-centered, evidence-based interventions. Represent the program at external case conferences related to discharge and transition planning. Conduct and monitor risk assessments, ensuring follow-up and communication with Program Directors and leadership. Provide or coordinate staff training in clinical topics, independent living skills, wellness, etc. Review clinical documentation (e.g., support plans, progress notes, risk assessments) for quality and compliance. Participate in Clinical High-Risk and the Treatment Apartment team meetings. Support assessments of consumer readiness for supported housing and guide training needs. Participate in discharge planning and case conferences. Conduct housing interviews for prospective tenants. Coordinate with the program staff teams and engagement of high-risk clients. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Committed to the active promotion of ICL values and goals. Cultural competency and respectful communication with clients and staff. Understanding of applicable regulations and compliance requirements. Knowledge of behavioral health principles, diagnoses, and treatment modalities. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Excellent documentation and written communication. Effective multitasking, project coordination, and task delegation. Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Strong clinical assessment and intervention planning skills. Ability to conduct fieldwork and travel as needed. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: MSW, MHC, or Master’s in Psychology required with at least 2 years of direct service experience with individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, or co-occurring conditions and 2 years of experience in clinical supervision or consultation. Preferred Experience: Housing-based case management. Bilingual Spanish English Speaking.

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