Clinical Social Worker- Geriatric Mental Health

Clinical Social Worker Geriatric Mental Health Clinic at JASA

As a Clinical Social Worker you will deliver evidence-based mental health services to older adults in the Bronx under JASAs Geriatric Mental Health Clinic a New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH)-licensed Article 31 outpatient clinic. Operating in a high-performance culture you will conduct assessments manage treatment plans and provide direct therapy in-person remotely or via satellite center outreach.

Why Youll Love Working at JASA

JASA is one of NYCs largest and most trusted nonprofits serving older adults. Our dedicated professionals help improve the lives of thousands of seniors through impactful mission-driven work.

• Federal Loan Forgiveness Eligible: JASA mental health clinics are affiliated with the HRSA National Health Service Corps (NHSC) federal student loan forgiveness program.

• Clinical Supervision: Receive regular individual and group clinical supervision toward advanced licensure in a supportive environment.

• Diverse Service Settings: Opportunity to work across main clinic operations host satellite older adult centers and home-based clinical care.

What Youll Be Doing

You will provide holistic evidence-based mental health treatment while maintaining rigorous clinical documentation and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct Therapy: Provide evidence-based individual family and group mental health interventions both in-person and via telehealth; conduct home visits when medically necessary.

• Assessment & Planning: Administer standardized mental health screening tools; develop implement monitor and document comprehensive treatment plans.

• Case Management & Referrals: Provide relevant information community referrals and resources to clients and collaterals.

• Regulatory Documentation: Complete case records progress notes and reports within mandated timeframes using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.

• Collaborative Care: Participate in interdisciplinary team conferences clinical supervision staff meetings and quality improvement activities.

• Satellite & Host Engagement (If Assigned): Utilize outreach strategies in Bronx older adult centers to engage participants and provide case consultations/psychoeducation to senior center staff.

• Language Support (If Assigned): Conduct clinical interventions intakes and treatment plans in Spanish for monolingual clients.

• Crisis Coverage: Participate on a rotating basis in carrying a company cell phone for evening weekend or holiday crisis coverage.

What Youll Need

• Licensure: Possession of or candidacy for NYS Licensure in Social Work or Clinical Psychology ( LMSW LCSW LMHC LCAT LMFT or similar).

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years working in a mental health setting or with an older adult population.

• Language Skills: Bilingual English/Spanish is strongly preferred to serve monolingual clients.

• Technical Skills: Basic computer proficiency with familiarity in Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace.

• Soft Skills: Excellent verbal/written communication skills attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a host or clinic setting.

• Core Values: Professional maturity and an appreciation for the roles of race religion ethnicity and sexual orientation in client care.

Benefits at a Glance

JASA offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and future:

• Student Loan Repayment: Access to HRSA NHSC Federal Student Loan Forgiveness opportunities.

• Health & Wellness: Medical dental and vision coverage plus Employee Wellness Programs and an EAP.

• Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with Roth option and an employer-funded pension.

• Generous Time Off: Four weeks of vacation plus holidays floating holidays and sick days.

• Professional Development: Clinical supervision for licensure and ongoing specialized trainings.

EEO Statement: JASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status genetic information or any other protected classification under federal state or local law.

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