Assistant Team Leader

Job Definition Work with the CN Guidance FACT Team to deliver services to those individuals who are diagnosed with severe mental illness and whose needs have not been met by more traditional service delivery approaches. Educational Requirements A master's degree or higher in social work, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, or related field. Licensure with the NYS Education Department in a specific field is preferred. Limited permits are required if not licensed. Additional Requirements Current New York State Driver's License Clean DMV Record Proof of Motor Vehicle Insurance Experience Required Two years' experience working with the chronically mentally ill (Masters level). Competency in substance abuse, family support, or vocational rehabilitation must be demonstrated by at least one year of training and/or experience in integrated mental health and substance abuse assessment and treatment. Duties and Responsibilities In absence of Team Leader, direct and supervise staff activities, lead team organizational and service planning meetings and provide direction to staff regarding individual cases. Perform routine team duties, and have lead responsibility for integrating dual-recovery treatment, family support or vocational/employment training with the tasks of other team members. Responsible for providing Assessment and Service Planning, Quality Assurance and Improvement Processes, Utilization Review, incident reporting and coordination between ACT and other systems. Engage in performing assessments, case management, handling crisis intervention, and discharge planning. Maintains case records and completing documentation on time and in a matter in compliance with federal, state and agency regulations. Provides direct, Telehealth, face-to-face and/or collateral services to recipients either in the FACT Office or in the community in places and situations where problems arise. Must be available (along with other members of the FACT Team) on an as needed basis 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including responsibility for periodic pager coverage. Assists recipients in developing appropriate expectations from treatment. Strengthens the ability of the recipient to understand and utilize therapy and find resources after treatment has ended through proper discharge planning and termination process. Exchanges information with other agencies that benefits the recipient, or ensures compliance with regulations and coordination of services. Utilizes and understand the value of supervision, which increases practice skills, promotes better services for the recipient and preserves accountability to the Agency. Support the use of data in clinical supervision to inform decision-making. Identify and implement quality improvement trainings and activities as part of professional development goals. Ability to cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views and experiences. A culture that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results. Adherence to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment by following established safety guidelines. Health and Safety Awareness: Include any relevant knowledge or experience regarding health and safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment for all employees. Support the use of data in clinical supervision to inform decision-making. Identify and implement quality improvement trainings and activities as part of professional development goals. Ability to cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views and experiences. A culture that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results. Adherence to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment by following established safety guidelines. Proficiency with virtual collaboration tools or managing remote teams if applicable. Other duties as assigned. Benefits We offer an attractive and competitive benefits package for full time employees which includes but not limited to: Medical Dental Vision $0 Deductible Platinum Plus Medical Insurance Plan - 90% Employer Provided Benefit Flexible Spending Account 403(b) retirement plan Long Term and Short Term Disability Legal Plan Dependent Care Expense Account Life Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance Pet Insurance HRA Training programs including a Mentorship program Employees may be eligible for Federal/Public Student Loan Forgiveness Career growth and Promotional opportunities Employee Perks and Discounts to Broadway shows and more 5 Personal Days, 10-20 Vacation Days, 12 Sick Days, 12 Company Paid Holidays-yearly and so much more If interested please apply via this ad or fax your resume to HR DIRECTOR, CAROL OTERO at View phone number on click.appcast.io. About CN Guidance & Counseling Services Awarded Newsday/Dan papers Top Long Island Work Place 2019-2025, 7 years in a row. Every job and every team at our agency plays a role in helping other Long Islanders live healthy and fulfilling lives. Engage your passion and CHOOSE a career & employer where you can use your vital energy to make a difference. It is the policy of CN Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. CN Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. prohibits any such discrimination or harassment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Centralnassau