Forensic Clinical Specialist (Contract Position)

Forensic Clinical Specialist (Contract Position) page is loaded## Forensic Clinical Specialist (Contract Position)locations: RIVERHEAD, NY: YAPHANK, NYposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: JR102538The Suffolk County Division of Community Mental Hygiene Services is seeking qualified Forensic Clinical Specialists to work part-time in the Behavioral Health Unit in the Suffolk County Correctional Facilities located in Yaphank and Riverhead.***IMPORTANT DETAILS******:******This is a contract position***Through a combination of education and work experience, Forensic Clinical Specialists offer expertise in several areas.***KEY ELEMENTS OF THE ROLE:**** Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy* Risk Assessment/Crisis Intervention* Psycho-Education and Supportive Counseling* Individual and Group Therapy* Assessment and treatment of Court Involved/Forensic Populations***Additional Position Information:****The Forensic Clinical Specialist will possess a thorough knowledge of the principles and practice associated with some or all of the following skill areas:** Cognitive-behavioral therapy; risk assessment/crisis intervention; psycho education and supportive counseling; group therapy; and assessment and treatment of Court Involved/Forensic Populations.*****Salary:***** ***Between $29-$38/per hour dependent on credentials and services******Hours:******The role allows for flexibility for when sessions are conducted.******The hours can be conducted as follows:******Monday - Sunday between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at our Yaphank and Riverhead Correctional Facilities.***\*This position does not offer relocation assistance at this time\*\*Sponsorship is not available for this role***MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:***Graduation from a university with a ***Master's Degree in Social Work******AND***Certification as ***Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)*** ***or*** ***Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)*** by the New York State Department of Education.\*\* ***Certification must be maintained throughout employment.*****Suffolk County’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:*** *Our focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan.** *We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices.** *We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.****Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.***locations: YAPHANK, NYposted on: Posted 30+ Days Ago #J-18808-Ljbffr Suffolk AME