Mental Health Specialist (MEHR)

Good Shepherd Services is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome prospective employees for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Good Shepherd Services does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status or any other applicable protected classification , in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible and accommodating to employees with disabilities. As part of our commitment to providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process, we will provide reasonable accommodations upon request for candidates with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the hiring process, please inform us of your needs in advance. As a member of the multidisciplinary team, the Mental Health Specialist provides clinical and therapeutic counseling services to residents of the McLaughlin East Harlem Residence, residential program for young adults who are preparing to transition into independent living. The Clinical Social Worker works from a trauma informed Lense when providing support to all residents. Reports To: Program Director, McLaughlin East Harlem Residence Location: 55 East 110th Street, NY, NY 10029 Hours: 17 Hours/Week (Part Time) Non-Exempt Salaried. This position requires staff to be onsite. Salary: $31-$41/hour (Based on relevant post licensure experience) Major Duties: Provides therapy: individual, group, and family counseling, using agreed-upon models. Facilitates regular psychoeducational groups to residents on a broad range of topics Functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team. Participates in Case Review Meetings, Service Plan Reviews, Interdisciplinary Conferences, and other meetings. In collaborates with other team members, arranges for wrap-around services in the community as needed. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team clinical support to residents. Learn and use the Sales Force database system to document all case information within given time parameters. Supports trauma informed care models and utilizes strategies that are trauma sensitive when working with residents. Promotes and models a commitment to create a non-violent and trauma-sensitive culture. Perform other duties as required. Qualifications : Master's degree in social work Required with NY LMSW, OR Master's Degree -Mental Health Counseling with NYS LMHC Clinical work with youth and families required, including crisis management. Must have a clear understanding of the needs of young adults experiencing homelessness and a sensitivity to ethnic and cultural differences, and an understanding of the needs of the LGBTQ community. Must have the ability to communicate with staff on all levels. Demonstrated competence in verbal, written, organizational, and prioritization skills. Capability to transition easily between working independently with a high degree of self-initiative and contributing as part of a team. Excellent crisis intervention, advocacy and problem solving skills. Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based, youth development and trauma-informed perspective. Tuition Assistance 40+ Days of Paid Time Off Personal and Pet Insurance 403 (B) Retirement Plan Sign up for email headlines This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. #J-18808-Ljbffr Good Shepherd Services