Travel Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - $2,600 per week in East Elmhurst, NY

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Location: East Elmhurst, NY
Agency: IMCS Group
Pay: $2,600 per week
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Mental Health Clinician will provide quality mental health care to incarcerated adult men who need and/or want services• 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

Requirements

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.