Behavioral Health Specialist - IMT

Full Time | Direct Service Staff | Bronx, NY, US | $33.55 hourly Program / Department Description Intensive Mobile Treatment (IMT) is an innovative, trauma-informed, harm‑reduction oriented mobile practice model designed to provide treatment, rehabilitation and support services to individuals whose needs have not been met by traditional services. IMT participants interact with homeless services, criminal justice, and behavioral health service systems. Community Access’ IMT teams serve individuals who are street homeless or living between institutional settings and housing. Team members work collaboratively with the settings in which the participant is living and use assertive engagement strategies to proactively engage individuals in services. IMT teams are multidisciplinary and include psychiatry, nursing, social work, peer specialists and other staff members offering rehabilitation, treatment and recovery support services. The team provides expertise in housing, substance use and harm reduction, criminal justice, peer support and behavioral health recovery, and delivers services in natural settings 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Overview The IMT Behavioral Health Specialist is an integral part of a multi‑disciplinary team of mental health clinicians, responsible for engaging participants through individualized assessment and therapeutic intervention planning. They utilize evidence‑based practices such as motivational interviewing and harm‑reduction strategies to support participants through their wellness and recovery journeys and serve as a clinical resource for co‑occurring substance use issues. Key Performance Indicators Complete required assessments and evaluations on a rotating schedule; assigned assessments are completed on time. Complete progress notes for all contacts, collaterals and engagement attempts within 2 business days. Job Qualifications Have an understanding, appreciation and commitment to the philosophy and mission of Community Access. Commitment to person‑centered treatment strategies, upholding participants’ rights and self‑determination. Minimum of Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling or other Health and Human Services related field; LMSW preferred. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working with individuals with a mental health condition with co‑occurring substance use disorder. Available to work flexible schedule including mornings, evenings and weekends in response to participant needs. Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. Be creative and flexible. Able to show initiative and be responsible for follow‑through. Ability to work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team. Skilled in conflict mediation/negotiation and have an assertive approach to problem solving. Must be able to work in the community, including use of public transportation. Computer proficiency in Windows operating systems and programs such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and comfort with learning new electronic systems. Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred. Must be fingerprinted and cleared by the New York State Justice Center. Equal Opportunity Statement Community Access is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V. Women, People of Color and Members of the LGBT community are strongly encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stryker Corporation