Social Worker jobs at INSTITUTE OF COMMUNITY SERVICES

Job Description Social Workers establish and maintain a therapeutic relationship with individuals and their families by effectively utilize therapeutic relationships with appropriate treatment/services, that their legal and human rights are protected, and that services and resources are used effectively and consistently utilizing professional social work skills. They may review the individual's psychiatric, medical, and other case records and discuss issues with families and other members of the treatment team. Complete admission screening; conduct psychosocial assessments; make treatment recommendations; participate in treatment planning; provide social casework services; provide individual, group, and family therapy; assess availability of services; serve as consumer advocates; develop and implement discharge plans; and coordinate services with community providers. Stay OnTrack, a step-down, peer lead, continuing care model that bridges the gap between OnTrack NY discharge and readiness for outpatient services. This trauma-informed, client-centered program will offer flexible, lower-intensity support tailored to individual needs, helping participants maintain progress and prepare for long-term recovery. Participants of Stay OnTrack will receive Clinical Support: Psychiatric assessments, medication management, and care coordination; Counseling & Case Management; Peer Support; and Wellness & Psychoeducation: Coaching on coping skills, self-management, and social integration. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: List all essential job duties. (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) Interviews individual after a thorough review of the record to construct the psychosocial assessment. Obtains psychosocial history by interviewing the individual, the family, significant others, and former service providers to formulate clinical recommendations for therapeutic interventions. Assesses individuals' treatment needs. Prioritizes the individual's treatment needs; assesses impact of treatment on the individual and the family; assesses ability of significant others to assist in the treatment planning process; and involves the individual and significant others in a comprehensive treatment plan; and in some settings determines which individuals are appropriate for other levels of care. Participates in the development of a written comprehensive individualized treatment plan that is based on the assessment of the individuals clinical needs; determines need for services and ensures that referrals for ancillary, support and consultative services are noted and made; reviews and updates individual treatment plan according to all applicable guidelines and in response to clinical change; and ensures that arrangements are made and documented for continuation of care well in advance of individuals planned departure. Provides individual therapy to enhance social, emotional, and behavioral functioning. Advises the individual and family about the nature of the illness, needed and available services and how to access them. May identify, coordinate, and plan for the individual's financial needs. May identify and provide intervention to individuals in crisis in a range of settings; or provide consultation to others to enable them to appropriately intervene. Assesses the individual's readiness for discharge; identify needed resources; works with consumers/patients, families identify needed resources; works with consumers/patients, families, and providers to link him/her with appropriate resources; may conduct follow-up visits. Prepares required progress notes, treatment team recommendations, written and verbal reports, discharge plans, and other documents within required timeframes. As an integral member of the treatment team, ensures that all relevant clinicians are kept informed of the individual's clinical needs, family social adjustment, services needed and their availability through clear documentation of the record. Conducts group life skills training, treatment, or group counseling sessions. Prepares an outline of objectives and conducts sessions according to the treatment program schedule. Meets with assigned group according to treatment schedule. Conducts specialized groups to meet the needs of target populations: maintains topic-focused discussion. Provides opportunities for participation. Ensures that content of group sessions is consistent with the objective of the treatment plan and meets the needs of the individual members. Ensures that individual attendance and participation in sessions is documented. Documents, within required timeframes, the content and results of group counseling or therapy. Periodically evaluates the effectiveness of assigned group sessions, and based on the evaluation results, makes any changes indicated. 14. Provides treatment to family or significant others or advocates for such services: Reviews and evaluates the involvement of family/significant others in treatment and carries out corrective action as appropriate and/or makes recommendations and/or referrals for needed services such as mental health issues, safe homes for domestic violence, parenting skills, and how to apply for financial assistance. Takes a lead role in ongoing efforts to increase the involvement of family/significant others in treatment programs. Prepares an outline of family program sessions and objectives. Facilitates family education sessions according to treatment plan. 15. May supervise social work students. Meets with staff on caseload and identify issues. Prepares performance programs and discusses these duties with staff; prepares and completes a written performance program according to agency guidelines; monitors and evaluates performance. Establishes work schedules; monitors time and attendance taking corrective action where necessary; approves and disapproves requests for time off. If supervising social work students, maintains liaison with sponsoring institutions and ensures that facility policies are followed; applications are properly reviewed; orientation is thorough; a supervisor is clearly designated; and a high-quality clinical experience is provided to the social work student. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Committed to the active promotion of ICL values and goals. Ability to work with clients, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration of cultural differences. Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a treatment plan, meeting all deadlines and productivity standards Ability to communicate effectively with staff, clients, families, and the public. Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as assigned using computers and computer software assigned (e.g., IMA, Word, Anasazi, etc.) Ability to understand and adhere to internal and external laws, rules, and policies Ability to secure the cooperation of and work effectively with others Ability to work independently, and to conform to all applicable safety and accountability measures QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Licensed by New York State as a Master Licensed Social Worker or as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker; current, valid registration certificate. Experience with the type of clientele served by the particular clinic very helpful. Must be eligible for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs May be required to possess a valid NYS driving license and a clear driving record. FOR ALL POSITIONS: Continued employment is based on the ability to maintain professional licensure, current registration and participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs

Background: The Office of Mental Health (OMH) and the Department of Health (DOH) are co-defendants in the Stipulation and Order of Settlement, United States v State of New Your, Civil Action No. 13-0CV-4165 (NGG) O'Toole et al. v. Cuomo et al., Civil Action No. 13-CV-4166 (NGG). This settlement requires the state to assist residents of impacted adult homes identified as "class members" to move out of adult homes into supported apartments if they choose to and are eligible. They will have the assistance of a care manager to ensure any needed wrap-around services are in place before the move. An assessment determines the care planning that the care manager must implement as part of the preparation for transition out of the Adult Home. In collaboration with the Nursing Assessor and assigned Care Coordinators, the Social Work Assessor will work with other team members to streamline the assessment and placement into supported housing for identified residents of impacted Adult Homes. They will be responsible for making recommendations about the type of housing and the types of services-physical and behavioral health-as well as non-medical services like Meals on Wheels, etc. The Social Work Assessor will complete assessments for Queens Adult Home and SIBN Adult Home Supported Housing Programs. The Social Work Assessor will complete the housing application's psychiatric evaluation and psychosocial portion. The Nurse Assessor will have primary responsibility for assessing the residents' physical health needs, such as Managed Long-term Care services and certified Home Health Agency services. Each assessor will interface with the respective behavioral or physical health providers of the residents and review records necessary to make determinations about the types of services that will be needed to promote successful placement in supported apartments. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS * Accompanies in-reach supervisor during in-reach to schedule assessments on-site at in-reach (3 days per week). * If the assessor is not on-site for in-reach, the in-reach supervisor will email the consent form to the assessor on the same day as the in-reach meeting. * Upon receipt of consent, the assessor will obtain the psychiatric evaluation from a mental health provider. * Assessments to be scheduled promptly within the 30-day window to reduce delays from in-reach to assessment. * Assessor to be on-site at adult home at minimum four days per week to conduct assessments. * Upon completion of the assessment, the assessor will complete the assessment packet and send any required documentation to identified recipients (OMH, DOH, Housing, Care Coordination). * Assessor to submit HRA application to HRA. * Once HRA approval is received, the assessor will send a packet to the housing program manager and health home. * For backlog assessments, the assessor will obtain the psychiatric evaluation from a mental health provider. * Assessor to approach class members with in-reach supervisor for introduction and to schedule an assessment. * Once the assessment is completed, the assessor must complete the assessment packet and submit the HRA application. * Once HRA approval is received, the assessor will send a packet to the housing program manager and health homes * Responsible for making recommendations about the type of housing and the types of services (physical and behavioral health and non-medical services like Meals on Wheels, etc.) * Proposed Adult Home Housing Contract Amendment Language * Provide clinical consultation to the team, conduct trainings, conduct clinical review, and chart review * Perform other assigned duties by Program Director and/or VP of Supported Housing and Adult Homes MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS NYS license and current registration as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. At least five years experience providing direct services to individuals with mental illness. Familiarity with the Medicaid and HRA housing application process is essential. #ICLRN

Job Description Provides appropriate and clinically indicated services to children, adolescents, parents and families in an on-site school-based satellite clinic in addition providing support at HPC. Provides in-service training, collateral contact, and support to teachers and school personnel. Maintains clinical records within all Federal, State, and City regulations documenting all services provided. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: List all essential job duties. (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) Provides trauma- Informed, recovery-oriented, integrated, person-centered care to individuals with severe and persistent mental health diagnoses. Utilizes clinical modalities such as CBT, MI, REBT, DBT and SFBT to support Clients Effectively and empathically provides direct clinical services including individual, family, and crisis intervention as clinically indicated. Conduct intakes in schools and HPC as needed; hold a caseload of 50+ Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team and consults with supervisor as clinically indicated. Maintains clinical records in compliance with all City, State, and Federal regulations as per the State Office of Mental Health, and the State of New York Department of Health. Complies with managed care requirements including consulting with care coordinators, obtaining treatment authorization, and providing necessary documentation in a thorough and timely manner. And other duties may be assigned. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Committed to equity, anti-racism and active promotion of the ICL equity goals and action steps. Strong clinical writing skills; ability to accurately document counseling sessions demonstrating an understanding of mental health status, recovery-oriented treatment planning and psychiatric and substance harm reduction techniques Computer proficiency. Ability to master electronic health record software, use word processing programs, and computer programs and applications to provide telehealth as required Cultural competency is essential. Ability to work effectively in high pressure mental health crisis environment Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate trauma -informed Person-Centered care to clients in a crisis Ability to meet deadlines. Ability to follow procedures and instructions; prioritize, think logically and advocate professionally. Demonstrates knowledge of, and supports, clinic mission, vision, and values, standards, and the code of ethical behavior. Ability to effectively collaborate with clients, colleagues, public, other agencies and their staff, and third-party insurance personnel. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Education: LMSW, LMHC or LCSW; current, valid registration certificate. Must be eligible for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs Experience with children and families and/or a school-based setting is preferred but not required

Job Description Background: The Office of Mental Health (OMH) and the Department of Health (DOH) are co-defendants in the Stipulation and Order of Settlement, United States v State of New Your, Civil Action No. 13-0CV-4165 (NGG) O'Toole et al. v. Cuomo et al., Civil Action No. 13-CV-4166 (NGG). This settlement requires the state to assist residents of impacted adult homes identified as “class members” to move out of adult homes into supported apartments if they choose to and are eligible. They will have the assistance of a care manager to ensure any needed wrap-around services are in place after the move. An assessment determines the care planning that the care manager must implement as part of the preparation for transition out of the Adult Home. In collaboration with the Nursing Assessor and assigned Care Coordinators, the Social Work Assessor will work with other team members to streamline the assessment and placement into supported housing for identified residents of impacted Adult Homes. They will be responsible for making recommendations about the type of housing and the types of services-physical and behavioral health-as well as non-medical services like Meals on Wheels, etc. The Social Work Assessor will complete assessments for Queens Adult Home and SIBN Adult Home Supported Housing Programs. The Social Work Assessor will complete the housing application's psychiatric evaluation and psychosocial portion. The Nurse Assessor will have primary responsibility for assessing the residents' physical health needs, such as Managed Long-term Care services and certified Home Health Agency services. Each assessor will interface with the respective behavioral or physical health providers of the residents and review records necessary to make determinations about the types of services that will be needed to promote successful placement in supported apartments. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Accompanies in-reach supervisor during in-reach to schedule assessments on-site at in-reach (3 days per week). If the assessor is not on-site for in-reach, the in-reach supervisor will email the consent form to the assessor on the same day as the in-reach meeting. Upon receipt of consent, the assessor will obtain the psychiatric evaluation from a mental health provider. Assessments to be scheduled promptly within the 30-day window to reduce delays from in-reach to assessment. Assessor to be on-site at adult home at minimum four days per week to conduct assessments. Upon completion of the assessment, the assessor will complete the assessment packet and send any required documentation to identified recipients (OMH, DOH, Housing, Care Coordination). Assessor to submit HRA application to HRA. Once HRA approval is received, the assessor will send a packet to the housing program manager and health home. For backlog assessments, the assessor will obtain the psychiatric evaluation from a mental health provider. Assessor to approach class members with in-reach supervisor for introduction and to schedule an assessment. Once the assessment is completed, the assessor must complete the assessment packet and submit the HRA application. Once HRA approval is received, the assessor will send a packet to the housing program manager and health homes Responsible for making recommendations about the type of housing and the types of services (physical and behavioral health and non-medical services like Meals on Wheels, etc.) Proposed Adult Home Housing Contract Amendment Language Provide clinical consultation to the team, conduct trainings, conduct clinical review, and chart review Perform other assigned duties by Program Director and/or VP of Supported Housing and Adult Homes MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS NYS license and current registration as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. At least five years experience providing direct services to individuals with mental illness. Familiarity with the Medicaid and HRA housing application process is essential. #ICLRN

Job Description Social Worker will provide direct services to individuals with substance use disorders within an OASAS 822 licensed outpatient program. Services will be delivered both in-person and via telehealth, as well as in off-site community locations as needed to support engagement and retention. The clinician will be responsible for conducting assessments, providing individual and group counseling, and coordinating care across ICL's integrated behavioral health continuum, while adhering to trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and evidence-based practices. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Conduct comprehensive assessments including biopsychosocial, SUD screenings, and treatment planning in accordance with 822 regulations Deliver individual, group, and family counseling services both in-person and via HIPAA-compliant telehealth platforms Provide off-site services in community-based settings to improve access and engagement Develop and update person-centered treatment plans that reflect client goals and regulatory requirements Utilize evidence-based modalities such as Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Harm Reduction approaches Collaborate with internal and external providers to support coordinated care (mental health, medical, housing, etc.) Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in the electronic health record in compliance with OASAS, Medicaid, and agency standards Participate in clinical case reviews, team meetings, trainings, and quality improvement activities Support clients in navigating recovery-oriented resources and re-entry into the community Uphold ethical standards and integrate cultural humility and anti-oppressive practice in all services Other job duties as required. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Committed to active promotion of ICL values and goals. Ability to provide services via telehealth and in off-site/community settings. Basic knowledge of the causes and processes of substance abuse disorder. Effective problem-solving skills Effective interpersonal skills Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work with diverse individuals. Ability to create and compose written materials. Ability to effectively and efficiently respond to questions from persons served. Ability to facilitate a meeting. Ability to present information to persons served and other employees. Ability to work with residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences. Ability to serve as a role model to clients including modeling appropriate interpersonal interactions, appearance, demeanor. Ability to effectively use computer software. Willingness to continually learn and apply knowledge and willingness to participate in in-service training and development activities. Ability to function as an effective team member, including performing share of work, cooperating with coworkers, and securing cooperation, and maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with co-workers, supervisors and residents. Ability to use sound judgment in identifying and solving problems and knowing when to seek assistance. Ability to learn, understand and comply with all regulations, policies and procedures. Ability to organize time effectively to accomplish all tasks in a timely way and meet deadlines without prompting. Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a case management plan, meeting all deadlines and productivity standards. Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as assigned. Ability to be empathic, actively looking for ways to help people, to be compassionate and hopeful and to believe and help others work toward recovery. Ability to engage in active listening, attending to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate. Ability to identify the nature of problems and to participate effectively in solving problems. Ability to understand and support the agency's mission, vision, standards and code of ethical behavior. Ability to work with consumers/residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Master's degree in social work (MSW) from an accredited institution. NYS LMSW or LMHC license required. Bilingual candidates and those with additional certification such as a CASAC-T or CASAC credentials are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Description Social Workers establish and maintain a therapeutic relationship with individuals and their families by effectively utilizing professional social work skills. They may review the individuals psychiatric, medical and other case records and discuss issues with families and other members of the treatment team. Complete admission screening; conduct psychosocial assessments; make treatment recommendations; participate in treatment planning; provide social casework services; provide individual, group, and family therapy; assess availability of services; serve as consumer advocate; develop and implement discharge plans; and coordinate services with community providers. Incumbents advocate ensures individuals receive appropriate treatment/services that their legal and human rights are protected and promote effective and consistent utilization of services and resources. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: List all essential job duties. (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) Interviews individual after a thorough review of the record to construct the psychosocial assessment. Obtains psychosocial history by interviewing the individual, the family, significant others, and former service providers to formulate clinical recommendations for therapeutic interventions. Assesses individuals' treatment needs. Prioritizes the individual's treatment needs; assesses impact of treatment on the individual and the family; assesses ability of significant others to assist in the treatment planning process; and involves the individual and significant others in a comprehensive treatment plan; and in some settings, determines which individuals are appropriate for other levels of care. Participates in the development of a written comprehensive individualized treatment plan that is based on the assessment of the individuals clinical needs; determines need for services and ensures that referrals for ancillary, support and consultative services are noted and made; reviews and updates individual treatment plan according to all applicable guidelines and in response to clinical change; and ensures that arrangements are made and documented for continuation of care well in advance of individuals planned departure. Provides individual therapy to enhance social, emotional, and behavioral functioning. Advises the individual and family about the nature of the illness, needed and available services and how to access them. May identify, coordinate and plan for the individuals' financial needs. May identify and provide intervention to individuals in crisis in a range of settings; or provides consultation to others to enable them to appropriately intervene. Assesses the individual's readiness for discharge; identifies needed resources; works with consumers/patients, families and providers to link him/her with appropriate resources; may conduct follow-up visits. Prepares required progress notes, treatment team recommendations, written and verbal reports, discharge plans and other documents within required timeframes. As an integral member of the treatment team, ensures that all relevant clinicians are kept informed of the individuals clinical needs, family social adjustment, services needed and their availability through clear documentation of the record. Conducts group life-skills training, treatment, or group counseling sessions. o Prepares an outline of objectives and conducts sessions according to treatment program schedule. o Meets with assigned group according to treatment schedule. o Conducts specialized groups to meet the needs of target populations: o maintains topic-focused discussion; o Provides opportunities for participation. o Ensures that content of group sessions is consistent with objective of treatment plan and meets the needs of the individual members. o Ensures that individual attendance and participation in sessions is documented. o Documents, within required timeframes, the content and results of group counseling or therapy. o Periodically evaluates the effectiveness of assigned group sessions, and based on the evaluation results, makes any changes indicated. Provides treatment to family or significant others or advocates for such services: o Reviews and evaluates the involvement of family/significant others in treatment and carries out corrective action as appropriate and/or makes recommendations and/or referrals for needed services such as mental health issues, safe homes for domestic violence, parenting skills, and how to apply for financial assistance. o Takes a lead role in on-going efforts to increase the involvement of family/significant others in treatment program. o Prepares an outline of family program sessions and objectives. o Facilitates family education session according to treatment plan. 15. May supervise social work students. Meets with staff on caseload and identified issues. Prepares performance program and discusses these duties with staff; prepares and completes a written performance program according to agency guidelines; monitors and evaluates performance. Establishes work schedules; monitors time and attendance taking corrective action where necessary; approves and disapproves requests for time off. If supervising social work students, maintains liaison with sponsoring institutions and ensures that facility policies are followed; applications are properly reviewed; orientation is thorough; a supervisor is clearly designated; and a high-quality clinical experience is provided to the social work student. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to work with clients, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences. Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a treatment plan, meeting all deadlines and productivity standards. Ability to communicate effectively with staff, clients, families, and the public. Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as assigned. using computers and computer software assigned (e.g., IMA, Word, Anasazi, etc.) Ability to understand and adhere to internal and external laws, rules, and policies. Ability to secure the cooperation of and work effectively with others. Ability to work independently, and to conform to all applicable safety and accountability measures. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Licensed by New York State as a Master Licensed Social Worker or as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker; current, valid registration certificate. Experience with the type of clientele served by the particular clinic very helpful. Must be eligible for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs May be required to possess a valid NYS driving license and a clear driving record. FOR ALL POSITIONS: Continued employment is based on the ability to maintain professional licensure, current registration and participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs. #ICLRN

Social Worker will provide direct services to individuals with substance use disorders within an OASAS 822 licensed outpatient program. Services will be delivered both in-person and via telehealth, as well as in off-site community locations as needed to support engagement and retention. The clinician will be responsible for conducting assessments, providing individual and group counseling, and coordinating care across ICL's integrated behavioral health continuum, while adhering to trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and evidence-based practices. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Conduct comprehensive assessments including biopsychosocial, SUD screenings, and treatment planning in accordance with 822 regulations * Deliver individual, group, and family counseling services both in-person and via HIPAA-compliant telehealth platforms * Provide off-site services in community-based settings to improve access and engagement * Develop and update person-centered treatment plans that reflect client goals and regulatory requirements * Utilize evidence-based modalities such as Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Harm Reduction approaches * Collaborate with internal and external providers to support coordinated care (mental health, medical, housing, etc.) * Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in the electronic health record in compliance with OASAS, Medicaid, and agency standards * Participate in clinical case reviews, team meetings, trainings, and quality improvement activities * Support clients in navigating recovery-oriented resources and re-entry into the community * Uphold ethical standards and integrate cultural humility and anti-oppressive practice in all services * Other job duties as required. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Committed to active promotion of ICL values and goals. * Ability to provide services via telehealth and in off-site/community settings. * Basic knowledge of the causes and processes of substance abuse disorder. * Effective problem-solving skills * Effective interpersonal skills * Excellent oral and written communication skills. * Ability to work with diverse individuals. * Ability to create and compose written materials. * Ability to effectively and efficiently respond to questions from persons served. * Ability to facilitate a meeting. * Ability to present information to persons served and other employees. * Ability to work with residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences. * Ability to serve as a role model to clients including modeling appropriate interpersonal interactions, appearance, demeanor. * Ability to effectively use computer software. * Willingness to continually learn and apply knowledge and willingness to participate in in-service training and development activities. * Ability to function as an effective team member, including performing share of work, cooperating with coworkers, and securing cooperation, and maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with co-workers, supervisors and residents. * Ability to use sound judgment in identifying and solving problems and knowing when to seek assistance. * Ability to learn, understand and comply with all regulations, policies and procedures. * Ability to organize time effectively to accomplish all tasks in a timely way and meet deadlines without prompting. * Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a case management plan, meeting all deadlines and productivity standards. * Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as assigned. * Ability to be empathic, actively looking for ways to help people, to be compassionate and hopeful and to believe and help others work toward recovery. * Ability to engage in active listening, attending to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate. * Ability to identify the nature of problems and to participate effectively in solving problems. * Ability to understand and support the agency's mission, vision, standards and code of ethical behavior. * Ability to work with consumers/residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Master's degree in social work (MSW) from an accredited institution. NYS LMSW or LMHC license required. Bilingual candidates and those with additional certification such as a CASAC-T or CASAC credentials are strongly encouraged to apply.

Provides appropriate and clinically indicated services to children, adolescents, parents and families in an on-site school-based satellite clinic in addition providing support at HPC. Provides in-service training, collateral contact, and support to teachers and school personnel. Maintains clinical records within all Federal, State, and City regulations documenting all services provided. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: List all essential job duties. (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) * Provides trauma- Informed, recovery-oriented, integrated, person-centered care to individuals with severe and persistent mental health diagnoses. * Utilizes clinical modalities such as CBT, MI, REBT, DBT and SFBT to support Clients * Effectively and empathically provides direct clinical services including individual, family, and crisis intervention as clinically indicated. * Conduct intakes in schools and HPC as needed; hold a caseload of 50+ * Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team and consults with supervisor as clinically indicated. * Maintains clinical records in compliance with all City, State, and Federal regulations as per the State Office of Mental Health, and the State of New York Department of Health. * Complies with managed care requirements including consulting with care coordinators, obtaining treatment authorization, and providing necessary documentation in a thorough and timely manner. * And other duties may be assigned. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Committed to equity, anti-racism and active promotion of the ICL equity goals and action steps. * Strong clinical writing skills; ability to accurately document counseling sessions demonstrating an understanding of mental health status, recovery-oriented treatment planning and psychiatric and substance harm reduction techniques * Computer proficiency. Ability to master electronic health record software, use word processing programs, and computer programs and applications to provide telehealth as required * Cultural competency is essential. * Ability to work effectively in high pressure mental health crisis environment * Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate trauma -informed Person-Centered care to clients in a crisis Ability to meet deadlines. * Ability to follow procedures and instructions; prioritize, think logically and advocate professionally. * Demonstrates knowledge of, and supports, clinic mission, vision, and values, standards, and the code of ethical behavior. * Ability to effectively collaborate with clients, colleagues, public, other agencies and their staff, and third-party insurance personnel. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Education: LMSW, LMHC or LCSW; current, valid registration certificate. Must be eligible for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs Experience with children and families and/or a school-based setting is preferred but not required

Background: The Office of Mental Health (OMH) and the Department of Health (DOH) are co-defendants in the Stipulation and Order of Settlement, United States v State of New Your, Civil Action No. 13-0CV-4165 (NGG) O'Toole et al. v. Cuomo et al., Civil Action No. 13-CV-4166 (NGG). This settlement requires the state to assist residents of impacted adult homes identified as "class members" to move out of adult homes into supported apartments if they choose to and are eligible. They will have the assistance of a care manager to ensure any needed wrap-around services are in place before the move. An assessment determines the care planning that the care manager must implement as part of the preparation for transition out of the Adult Home. In collaboration with the Nursing Assessor and assigned Care Coordinators, the Social Work Assessor will work with other team members to streamline the assessment and placement into supported housing for identified residents of impacted Adult Homes. They will be responsible for making recommendations about the type of housing and the types of services-physical and behavioral health-as well as non-medical services like Meals on Wheels, etc. The Social Work Assessor will complete assessments for Queens Adult Home and SIBN Adult Home Supported Housing Programs. The Social Work Assessor will complete the housing application's psychiatric evaluation and psychosocial portion. The Nurse Assessor will have primary responsibility for assessing the residents' physical health needs, such as Managed Long-term Care services and certified Home Health Agency services. Each assessor will interface with the respective behavioral or physical health providers of the residents and review records necessary to make determinations about the types of services that will be needed to promote successful placement in supported apartments. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS * Accompanies in-reach supervisor during in-reach to schedule assessments on-site at in-reach (3 days per week). * If the assessor is not on-site for in-reach, the in-reach supervisor will email the consent form to the assessor on the same day as the in-reach meeting. * Upon receipt of consent, the assessor will obtain the psychiatric evaluation from a mental health provider. * Assessments to be scheduled promptly within the 30-day window to reduce delays from in-reach to assessment. * Assessor to be on-site at adult home at minimum four days per week to conduct assessments. * Upon completion of the assessment, the assessor will complete the assessment packet and send any required documentation to identified recipients (OMH, DOH, Housing, Care Coordination). * Assessor to submit HRA application to HRA. * Once HRA approval is received, the assessor will send a packet to the housing program manager and health home. * For backlog assessments, the assessor will obtain the psychiatric evaluation from a mental health provider. * Assessor to approach class members with in-reach supervisor for introduction and to schedule an assessment. * Once the assessment is completed, the assessor must complete the assessment packet and submit the HRA application. * Once HRA approval is received, the assessor will send a packet to the housing program manager and health homes * Responsible for making recommendations about the type of housing and the types of services (physical and behavioral health and non-medical services like Meals on Wheels, etc.) * Proposed Adult Home Housing Contract Amendment Language * Provide clinical consultation to the team, conduct trainings, conduct clinical review, and chart review * Perform other assigned duties by Program Director and/or VP of Supported Housing and Adult Homes MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS NYS license and current registration as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. At least five years experience providing direct services to individuals with mental illness. Familiarity with the Medicaid and HRA housing application process is essential. #ICLRN

Social Workers establish and maintain a therapeutic relationship with individuals and their families by effectively utilize therapeutic relationships with appropriate treatment/services, that their legal and human rights are protected, and that services and resources are used effectively and consistently utilizing professional social work skills. They may review the individual's psychiatric, medical, and other case records and discuss issues with families and other members of the treatment team. Complete admission screening; conduct psychosocial assessments; make treatment recommendations; participate in treatment planning; provide social casework services; provide individual, group, and family therapy; assess availability of services; serve as consumer advocates; develop and implement discharge plans; and coordinate services with community providers. Stay OnTrack, a step-down, peer lead, continuing care model that bridges the gap between OnTrack NY discharge and readiness for outpatient services. This trauma-informed, client-centered program will offer flexible, lower-intensity support tailored to individual needs, helping participants maintain progress and prepare for long-term recovery. Participants of Stay OnTrack will receive Clinical Support: Psychiatric assessments, medication management, and care coordination; Counseling & Case Management; Peer Support; and Wellness & Psychoeducation: Coaching on coping skills, self-management, and social integration. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: List all essential job duties. (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) * Interviews individual after a thorough review of the record to construct the psychosocial assessment. * Obtains psychosocial history by interviewing the individual, the family, significant others, and former service providers to formulate clinical recommendations for therapeutic interventions. * Assesses individuals' treatment needs. * Prioritizes the individual's treatment needs; assesses impact of treatment on the individual and the family; assesses ability of significant others to assist in the treatment planning process; and involves the individual and significant others in a comprehensive treatment plan; and in some settings determines which individuals are appropriate for other levels of care. * Participates in the development of a written comprehensive individualized treatment plan that is based on the assessment of the individuals clinical needs; determines need for services and ensures that referrals for ancillary, support and consultative services are noted and made; reviews and updates individual treatment plan according to all applicable guidelines and in response to clinical change; and ensures that arrangements are made and documented for continuation of care well in advance of individuals planned departure. * Provides individual therapy to enhance social, emotional, and behavioral functioning. * Advises the individual and family about the nature of the illness, needed and available services and how to access them. * May identify, coordinate, and plan for the individual's financial needs. * May identify and provide intervention to individuals in crisis in a range of settings; or provide consultation to others to enable them to appropriately intervene. * Assesses the individual's readiness for discharge; identify needed resources; works with consumers/patients, families identify needed resources; works with consumers/patients, families, and providers to link him/her with appropriate resources; may conduct follow-up visits. * Prepares required progress notes, treatment team recommendations, written and verbal reports, discharge plans, and other documents within required timeframes. * As an integral member of the treatment team, ensures that all relevant clinicians are kept informed of the individual's clinical needs, family social adjustment, services needed and their availability through clear documentation of the record. * Conducts group life skills training, treatment, or group counseling sessions. * Prepares an outline of objectives and conducts sessions according to the treatment program schedule. * Meets with assigned group according to treatment schedule. * Conducts specialized groups to meet the needs of target populations: * maintains topic-focused discussion. * Provides opportunities for participation. * Ensures that content of group sessions is consistent with the objective of the treatment plan and meets the needs of the individual members. * Ensures that individual attendance and participation in sessions is documented. * Documents, within required timeframes, the content and results of group counseling or therapy. * Periodically evaluates the effectiveness of assigned group sessions, and based on the evaluation results, makes any changes indicated. 14. Provides treatment to family or significant others or advocates for such services: * Reviews and evaluates the involvement of family/significant others in treatment and carries out corrective action as appropriate and/or makes recommendations and/or referrals for needed services such as mental health issues, safe homes for domestic violence, parenting skills, and how to apply for financial assistance. * Takes a lead role in ongoing efforts to increase the involvement of family/significant others in treatment programs. * Prepares an outline of family program sessions and objectives. * Facilitates family education sessions according to treatment plan. 15. May supervise social work students. * Meets with staff on caseload and identify issues. * Prepares performance programs and discusses these duties with staff; prepares and completes a written performance program according to agency guidelines; monitors and evaluates performance. * Establishes work schedules; monitors time and attendance taking corrective action where necessary; approves and disapproves requests for time off. * If supervising social work students, maintains liaison with sponsoring institutions and ensures that facility policies are followed; applications are properly reviewed; orientation is thorough; a supervisor is clearly designated; and a high-quality clinical experience is provided to the social work student. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES * Committed to the active promotion of ICL values and goals. * Ability to work with clients, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration of cultural differences. * Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a treatment plan, meeting all deadlines and productivity standards * Ability to communicate effectively with staff, clients, families, and the public. * Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as assigned using computers and computer software assigned (e.g., IMA, Word, Anasazi, etc.) * Ability to understand and adhere to internal and external laws, rules, and policies * Ability to secure the cooperation of and work effectively with others * Ability to work independently, and to conform to all applicable safety and accountability measures QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Licensed by New York State as a Master Licensed Social Worker or as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker; current, valid registration certificate. Experience with the type of clientele served by the particular clinic very helpful. Must be eligible for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs May be required to possess a valid NYS driving license and a clear driving record. FOR ALL POSITIONS: Continued employment is based on the ability to maintain professional licensure, current registration and participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs

Under the general supervision of the Team Leader/Program Director and the Behavioral Health Specialist I, the Behavioral Health Specialist III functions as part of a multi-disciplinary treatment team. As part of the team with shared caseloads, the Behavioral Health Specialist III assists individuals who have serious and persistent mental illness in their personal recovery by engaging with them in their setting and developing a healthy working relationship. Once a working relationship is developed, the Behavioral Health Specialist III works in collaboration with the individual and the rest of the IMT Team, to obtain/maintain basic needs including housing, food and clothing, live safely in their community, address substance use issues, connect and monitor health care, obtain appropriate entitlements, facilitate psychiatric care, assist with vocational goals, and other recovery - oriented objectives. This position participates in the provision of crisis intervention services to participants 24 hours a day, seven days a week, within the community. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: List all essential job duties. (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) * Provide counseling, treatment, rehabilitation, case management and support services in the community (homes, shelters, street), as part of a mobile multi-disciplinary team, to mentally ill individuals who have a history of decompensation and relapse as a result of poor follow through with outpatient treatment. * Assume primary clinical management responsibility for 10-12 adults with serious and persistent mental illness, who may also have a co-occurring substance abuse or other disorder, within the context of a 27 - person-caseload IMT Team. * Assist individuals in attaining or maintaining housing, employment, functional social relationships, and relief from psychiatric symptoms and side effects through medication management support. * Assertive engagement and provision of mental health services in the community where the service population lives. Approximately 80% of the workweek takes place in the community, such as streets, shelters, and residential settings. * Continuous responsibility (24-hour) for people enrolled in the ACT Team caseload through the use of a rotating emergency phone line. * Provide all services in a culturally relevant and responsive manner. * Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records, including but not limited to progress notes, service plan and service plan reviews, assessments and contact logs within all-applicable regulations and guidelines. * Provide support and psychoeducation to family members, friends and other collateral individuals. * Provide referrals and engagement support for services not directly provided by IMT Team, e.g., medical services, participation in psychosocial clubhouses and self-help groups, vocational training and placement, etc. * Provide accurate and timely reports, within federal, state, and city regulatory and agency confidentiality guidelines, to other providers and agencies, e.g. housing, vocational, criminal justice, child welfare, etc. * Participates in individual and group supervision, treatment team meetings, case conferences, in-service training and other staff development activities as assigned. * Observes all applicable rules, procedures or laws regarding the reporting of incidents, including the reporting of alleged child abuse and neglect. * Perform other related duties as required and assigned by the Program Director. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILTIES: * Ability to actively engage individuals who may be resistant to treatment, actively demonstrating symptoms of psychosis, and/or actively using substances * Knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities and symptom-reduction strategies. * Ability to work as an active member of a treatment team. - Ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders in a professional and culturally responsive manner. - Ability to make sound clinical decisions in times of crisis. * Ability to recognize strengths in individuals and use these strengths to assist in problem solving. - Ability to interact with consumers in a respectful and professional manner. * Ability to integrate elements of trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, integrated care, and person-centered (TRIP) philosophies in all aspects of the work. QUALIFICATION AND EXPERINCE: Bachelors in social work, psychology, mental health counseling, criminal justice, or other health and human services related field, BSW preferred. A minimum of one year working with individuals with serious mental illness, substance use, homelessness, and criminal justice involvement.

Job Description Under the general supervision of the Team Leader/Program Director and the Behavioral Health Specialist I, the Behavioral Health Specialist III functions as part of a multi-disciplinary treatment team. As part of the team with shared caseloads, the Behavioral Health Specialist III assists individuals who have serious and persistent mental illness in their personal recovery by engaging with them in their setting and developing a healthy working relationship. Once a working relationship is developed, the Behavioral Health Specialist III works in collaboration with the individual and the rest of the IMT Team, to obtain/maintain basic needs including housing, food and clothing, live safely in their community, address substance use issues, connect and monitor health care, obtain appropriate entitlements, facilitate psychiatric care, assist with vocational goals, and other recovery - oriented objectives. This position participates in the provision of crisis intervention services to participants 24 hours a day, seven days a week, within the community. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: List all essential job duties. (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) Provide counseling, treatment, rehabilitation, case management and support services in the community (homes, shelters, street), as part of a mobile multi-disciplinary team, to mentally ill individuals who have a history of decompensation and relapse as a result of poor follow through with outpatient treatment. Assume primary clinical management responsibility for 10-12 adults with serious and persistent mental illness, who may also have a co-occurring substance abuse or other disorder, within the context of a 27 - person-caseload IMT Team. Assist individuals in attaining or maintaining housing, employment, functional social relationships, and relief from psychiatric symptoms and side effects through medication management support. Assertive engagement and provision of mental health services in the community where the service population lives. Approximately 80% of the workweek takes place in the community, such as streets, shelters, and residential settings. Continuous responsibility (24-hour) for people enrolled in the ACT Team caseload through the use of a rotating emergency phone line. Provide all services in a culturally relevant and responsive manner. Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records, including but not limited to progress notes, service plan and service plan reviews, assessments and contact logs within all-applicable regulations and guidelines. Provide support and psychoeducation to family members, friends and other collateral individuals. Provide referrals and engagement support for services not directly provided by IMT Team, e.g., medical services, participation in psychosocial clubhouses and self-help groups, vocational training and placement, etc. Provide accurate and timely reports, within federal, state, and city regulatory and agency confidentiality guidelines, to other providers and agencies, e.g. housing, vocational, criminal justice, child welfare, etc. Participates in individual and group supervision, treatment team meetings, case conferences, in-service training and other staff development activities as assigned. Observes all applicable rules, procedures or laws regarding the reporting of incidents, including the reporting of alleged child abuse and neglect. Perform other related duties as required and assigned by the Program Director. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILTIES: Ability to actively engage individuals who may be resistant to treatment, actively demonstrating symptoms of psychosis, and/or actively using substances Knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities and symptom-reduction strategies. Ability to work as an active member of a treatment team. - Ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders in a professional and culturally responsive manner. - Ability to make sound clinical decisions in times of crisis. Ability to recognize strengths in individuals and use these strengths to assist in problem solving. - Ability to interact with consumers in a respectful and professional manner. Ability to integrate elements of trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, integrated care, and person-centered (TRIP) philosophies in all aspects of the work. QUALIFICATION AND EXPERINCE: Bachelors in social work, psychology, mental health counseling, criminal justice, or other health and human services related field, BSW preferred. A minimum of one year working with individuals with serious mental illness, substance use, homelessness, and criminal justice involvement.

The Residential Family Advocate (RFA) will provide needed support, advocacy, training, information and referral to parents of SED (Severely Emotionally Disturbed) children who reside in the child community residence (CCR). The aim of the services provided to the parents is to lessen their feelings of being overwhelmed, to work collaboratively with parents/legal guardians in advocating, parenting, treatment planning and effectively engaging and interacting with children in a strength-based manner. The RFA will also assist CCR staff in working with families collaboratively. ESSENTIAL TASKS: * From the family's earliest contact with the program, the RFA will, through face-to-face and phone contacts, serve as a welcoming, guiding and empowering representative of the program. Direct contacts will be placed in proportion to need, intensifying during periods of transition (admission and pre-discharge), clinic setbacks, and family stress, but frequent enough even during quieter times that family engagement is sustained. * The RFA will be responsible for providing outreach and support to all family members of children enrolled in the CCR at every stage, from pre-admission to discharge. He or she will assist families in advocating with CCR staff and management and with other programs and systems; will provide psychoeducation, skill building and support; will participate in home visit planning and processing; and will contribute to case conferences, service plan reviews and team meetings. The RFA will link families to local family providers, ensuring that their needs are met at each stage of residential placement, including linkage to community-based support services. * The RFA will serve as a liaison between families and CCR staff and management, providing not only information and updates but also support and education, assisting al parties in understanding each other's perspective and keeping lines of communication clear and open. * The RFA will model a strength-based, family-driven approach to working with families for all staff, and especially for direct-care staff. * The RFA will collaborate regularly with other family advocates, attending trainings and meetings, coordinating resources and providing and receiving consultation, as needed. * Advocacy: The RFA will serve as advocate to families and residents by assisting them in locating resources, obtaining services and effectively addressing treatment issues. * Education/Skill Building: The RFA will provide education on the connections among mental health, physical wellness and stress management and will link families to local resources that promote health and wellness. He or she will also train families on how to effectively advocate for the children's needs. He or she assesses each family's needs and provide one-on-one and group meetings and activities accordingly. The RFA will also provide education and skill building for CR staff when applicable. * Peer Support: The RFA will provide crucial peer support directly to parents and family members of the children enrolled in the CR. He or she will link family members to FS services in their own. In addition, the RFA will create opportunities within the CR for family members of residents to support each other via group meetings and activities. * Respite: The RFA will assist with linkages for respite services as needed. Family wraparound funds provided through this grant will enable the RFA to arrange for respite services and activities no available through other resources. MINIMUM EUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: The RFA must be the parent/caretaker or have been the parent/caretaker of a child with a serious emotional disturbance, developmental disability and/or mental health issue(s), who preferably has experience navigating the educational and child mental health system. The RFA will have at minimum a High School Diploma or equivalent, and ideally bilingual. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Ability to work with consumers/residents, families and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences. 2. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with staff, consumers/residents, families and the public. 3. Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as assigned. 4. Ability to secure the cooperation of and work effectively with others. 5. Ability to work independently, and to conform to all applicable safety and accountability measures. 6. Ability to plan, organize, delegate, coordinate, oversee and monitor information, tasks and projects. This position description is a guide to the critical and essential functions of the job, not and all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are review and revised to meet the changing needs of the agency at the sole discretion of management.

Job Description The Residential Family Advocate (RFA) will provide needed support, advocacy, training, information and referral to parents of SED (Severely Emotionally Disturbed) children who reside in the child community residence (CCR). The aim of the services provided to the parents is to lessen their feelings of being overwhelmed, to work collaboratively with parents/legal guardians in advocating, parenting, treatment planning and effectively engaging and interacting with children in a strength-based manner. The RFA will also assist CCR staff in working with families collaboratively. ESSENTIAL TASKS: From the family's earliest contact with the program, the RFA will, through face-to-face and phone contacts, serve as a welcoming, guiding and empowering representative of the program. Direct contacts will be placed in proportion to need, intensifying during periods of transition (admission and pre-discharge), clinic setbacks, and family stress, but frequent enough even during quieter times that family engagement is sustained. The RFA will be responsible for providing outreach and support to all family members of children enrolled in the CCR at every stage, from pre-admission to discharge. He or she will assist families in advocating with CCR staff and management and with other programs and systems; will provide psychoeducation, skill building and support; will participate in home visit planning and processing; and will contribute to case conferences, service plan reviews and team meetings. The RFA will link families to local family providers, ensuring that their needs are met at each stage of residential placement, including linkage to community-based support services. The RFA will serve as a liaison between families and CCR staff and management, providing not only information and updates but also support and education, assisting al parties in understanding each other's perspective and keeping lines of communication clear and open. The RFA will model a strength-based, family-driven approach to working with families for all staff, and especially for direct-care staff. The RFA will collaborate regularly with other family advocates, attending trainings and meetings, coordinating resources and providing and receiving consultation, as needed. Advocacy: The RFA will serve as advocate to families and residents by assisting them in locating resources, obtaining services and effectively addressing treatment issues. Education/Skill Building: The RFA will provide education on the connections among mental health, physical wellness and stress management and will link families to local resources that promote health and wellness. He or she will also train families on how to effectively advocate for the children's needs. He or she assesses each family's needs and provide one-on-one and group meetings and activities accordingly. The RFA will also provide education and skill building for CR staff when applicable. Peer Support: The RFA will provide crucial peer support directly to parents and family members of the children enrolled in the CR. He or she will link family members to FS services in their own. In addition, the RFA will create opportunities within the CR for family members of residents to support each other via group meetings and activities. Respite: The RFA will assist with linkages for respite services as needed. Family wraparound funds provided through this grant will enable the RFA to arrange for respite services and activities no available through other resources. MINIMUM EUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: The RFA must be the parent/caretaker or have been the parent/caretaker of a child with a serious emotional disturbance, developmental disability and/or mental health issue(s), who preferably has experience navigating the educational and child mental health system. The RFA will have at minimum a High School Diploma or equivalent, and ideally bilingual. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Ability to work with consumers/residents, families and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences. 2. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with staff, consumers/residents, families and the public. 3. Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as assigned. 4. Ability to secure the cooperation of and work effectively with others. 5. Ability to work independently, and to conform to all applicable safety and accountability measures. 6. Ability to plan, organize, delegate, coordinate, oversee and monitor information, tasks and projects. This position description is a guide to the critical and essential functions of the job, not and all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are review and revised to meet the changing needs of the agency at the sole discretion of management.

Under the general supervision of the Team Leader/Program Director, and the guidelines provided by the NYS OMH for the Mental Health Comprehensive Medicaid Case Management Program (MH CMCM), functions as part of a multi-disciplinary treatment team with shared caseloads, assists participating individuals who have serious and persistent mental illness in developing and maintaining viable living, working and social situations in the community by obtaining needed medical, social, psychosocial, educational, financial, vocational and other services. Has lead responsibility for integrating family goals and services with the tasks of all team members and for providing family psycho-education individually and in groups. Participates in the provision of crisis intervention services to participants 24 hours a day, seven days a week. THIS IS A FIELD OPPORTUNITY ESSENTIAL TASKS * Provide counseling, treatment, rehabilitation, case management and support services in the community (homes, shelters, street), as part of a mobile multi-disciplinary team, to mentally ill individuals who have a history of decompensation and relapse as a result of poor follow through with outpatient treatment. * Assume primary clinical management responsibility for 10-15 adults with serious and persistent mental illness, who may also have a co-occurring substance abuse or other disorder, within the context of a 68-person-caseload ACT Team. * Assume lead responsibility within the multi-disciplinary team for integrating family goals and services with the tasks of all team members and for providing family psycho-education individually and in groups. * Assist consumers in attaining or maintaining housing, employment, functional social relationships, and relief from psychiatric symptoms and side effects through medication management support. * Assertive engagement and provision of mental health services in the community where the service population lives - up to 80% of weekly work schedule may involve fieldwork. * Continuous responsibility (24-hour) for people enrolled in the ACT Team caseload. * Provide all services in a culturally relevant and competent manner. * Maintain accurate and up-to-date Case Records, including but not limited to progress notes, service plan and service plan reviews, assessments and contact logs within keeping of all-applicable OMH, Medicaid, and ICL Regulations and Guidelines. * Provide support and psychoeducation to family members, friends and other collateral individuals. * Provide referrals and engagement support for services not directly provided by ACT Team, e.g., medical services, participation in psychosocial clubhouses and self-help groups, vocational training and placement, etc. * Provide accurate and timely reports, within federal, state, and city regulatory and agency confidentiality guidelines, to other providers and agencies, e.g. housing, vocational, criminal justice, child welfare, etc. * Participates in individual and group supervision, treatment team meetings, case conferences, in-service training and other staff development activities as assigned. * Observes all ICL, OMH, and all other applicable rules, procedures or laws regarding the reporting of incidents, including the reporting of alleged child abuse and neglect. * Perform other related duties as required and assigned by the Team Leader/Program Director. Minimum Qualifications: Master's Degree in one of the following disciplines recognized by the New York State Office of Mental Health as qualifying a staff person to be counted as professional clinical staff: Social Work, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation Counseling, Pastoral Counseling, Creative Arts Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation. Applicable professional license in field issued by NYS Education Department strongly preferred. Plus, specialized experience or training of at least one year in family assessment and intervention, psychoeducation and/or other family support services, including cognitive-behavioral strategies..

Job Description Travel is required to five boroughs. The Substance Abuse Counselor assists clients with understanding and managing substance abuse. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Conduct or review assessment information to determine the substance abuse needs and preferences of persons served; Provide individual counseling or conduct groups that address substance abuse issues as they relate to getting and keeping a job and permanent housing; Develop and maintain working relationships with alcohol and substance abuse detoxification, rehabilitation, and treatment centers. Ensure that clients have any necessary transportation and escort to substance abuse appointments and participation. Provide motivational interviewing to clients as needed. Provide group and individual harm reduction counseling. Provide cognitive-behavioral relapse prevention techniques. For clients with mental illness and substance abuse disorders, lay the groundwork for the implementation of Integrated Dual Disorder Treatment, an evidence-based practice, upon discharge. Promote a smoke-free environment Collaborate with the peer counselors and use linkages already developed in Brooklyn and Queens with Buprenorphine and Methadone programs and seek to expand these to other locations as needed. Maintain up-to-date, accurate individual paper and electronic case records on each assigned client. Comply with attendance and timekeeping rules and reports reliably and regularly to work on an on-going basis. Attend regularly scheduled clinical meetings, staff meetings and supervision as well as in-service training and development activities Execute emergency plans as outlined in the policy and procedure manual; administers CPR or first aid to staff or residents who require such services. Obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications. Obtain and maintain certification as an OD Responder from NYS Opioid Overdose Prevention Program (NYSOOPP) staff. Participate in management and supervision meetings. Participate in required trainings. Immediately reports serious incidents, allegations of abuse, incidents, or sensitive situations and completes incident reports in accordance with agency policy. Comply and promote compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and agency policies helping to strengthen and maintain an ethical organizational culture. May have on-call responsibilities. Perform other job-related duties that may be assigned. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Basic knowledge of the causes and processes of substance abuse disorder. Effective problem-solving skills Effective interpersonal skills Ability to work with diverse individuals Ability to create and compose written materials Ability to effectively and efficiently respond to questions from persons served Ability to facilitate a meeting Ability to present information to persons served and other employees Ability to work with residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences Ability to serve as a role model to clients including modeling appropriate interpersonal interactions, appearance, demeanor Ability to effectively use computer software Willingness to continually learn and apply knowledge and willingness to participate in in-service training and development activities. Ability to function as an effective team member, including performing share of work, cooperating with coworkers, and securing cooperation, and maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with co-workers, supervisors and residents Ability to use sound judgment in identifying and solving problems, and knowing when to seek assistance. Ability to learn, understand and comply with all regulations, policies and procedures. Ability to organize time effectively to accomplish all tasks in a timely way and meet deadlines without prompting. Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a case management plan, meeting all deadlines and productivity standards Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as assigned. Ability to be empathic, actively looking for ways to help people, to be compassionate and hopeful and to believe and help others work toward recovery. Ability to engage in active listening-attending to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate Ability to identify the nature of problems and to participate effectively in solving problems. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Current CASAC or CASAC-T with a full CASAC credential within one year of appointment to position. At least 2 years' experience providing direct services to people with co-occurring mental illness and substance abuse. Equivalent training and experience will be considered. Valid NYS driver's license required. #ICLCWCM

Job Description The Substance Use Specialist assists clients with understanding and managing substance abuse. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: List all essential job duties. (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) • Conduct or review assessment information to determine the substance abuse needs and preferences of persons served. • Provide individual counseling or conduct groups that address substance abuse issues as they relate to getting and keeping a job and permanent housing. • Serve as a liaison to TORCH or other similar programs to continue any substance abuse-related plans and processes while persons served are in the SUD Clinic • Develop and maintain working relationships with alcohol and substance abuse detoxification, rehabilitation, and treatment centers. • Ensure that clients have any necessary transportation and escort to substance abuse appointments and participation. • Provide motivational interviewing to clients as needed. • Provide group and individual harm reduction counseling. • Provide cognitive-behavioral relapse prevention techniques. • Guide the use of onsite drug testing for clients whose service plans incorporate it. • For clients with mental illness and substance abuse disorders, lay the groundwork for the implementation of Integrated Dual Disorder Treatment, an evidence-based practice, upon discharge. • Promote a smoke-free environment • Monitor the availability and status of Naloxone kits, providing education to staff as to the location of the kits and ensuring that the kits are not expired. • Collaborate with the peer counselors and use linkages already developed in Brooklyn and Queens with Buprenorphine and Methadone programs and seek to expand these to other locations as needed. • Assist in the orientation of new personnel when requested. • Maintain up-to-date, accurate individual paper and electronic case records on each assigned client. • Comply with attendance and timekeeping rules and reports reliably and regularly to work on an on-going basis. • Attend regularly scheduled clinical meetings, staff meetings and supervision as well as in-service training and development activities • Execute emergency plans as outlined in the policy and procedure manual; administers CPR or first aid to staff or residents who require such services. • Obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications. • Obtain and maintain certification as an OD Responder from NYS Opioid Overdose Prevention Program (NYSOOPP) staff. • Participate in management and supervision meetings. • Participate in required trainings. • Immediately reports serious incidents, allegations of abuse, incidents, or sensitive situations and completes incident reports in accordance with agency policy. • Comply and promote compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and agency policies helping to strengthen and maintain an ethical organizational culture. • May have on-call responsibilities. • Perform other job-related duties that may be assigned. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Committed to the active promotion of ICL values and goals. • Basic knowledge of the causes and processes of substance abuse disorder. • Effective problem-solving skills • Effective interpersonal skills • Ability to work with diverse individuals • Ability to create and compose written materials • Ability to effectively and efficiently respond to questions from persons served • Ability to facilitate a meeting • Ability to present information to persons served and other employees • Ability to work with residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences • Ability to serve as a role model to clients including modeling appropriate interpersonal interactions, appearance, demeanor • Ability to effectively use computer software • Willingness to continually learn and apply knowledge and willingness to participate in in-service training and development activities. • Ability to function as an effective team member, including performing share of work, cooperating with coworkers, and securing cooperation, and maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with co-workers, supervisors and residents • Ability to use sound judgment in identifying and solving problems, and knowing when to seek assistance. • Ability to learn, understand and comply with all regulations, policies and procedures. • Ability to organize time effectively to accomplish all tasks in a timely way and meet deadlines without prompting. • Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a case management plan, meeting all deadlines and productivity standards • Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as assigned. • Ability to be empathic, actively looking for ways to help people, to be compassionate and hopeful and to believe and help others work toward recovery. • Ability to engage in active listening-attending to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate • Ability to identify the nature of problems and to participate effectively in solving problems. • Demonstrated commitment of the value of diversity, equity and inclusion. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Minimum Education Requirements: Current CASAC or CASACT plus at least 3 years' experience providing direct services to people with alcohol and/or drug related disorders. Equivalent training and experience will be considered.

The Substance Use Specialist assists clients with understanding and managing substance abuse. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: List all essential job duties. (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) * Conduct or review assessment information to determine the substance abuse needs and preferences of persons served. * Provide individual counseling or conduct groups that address substance abuse issues as they relate to getting and keeping a job and permanent housing. * Serve as a liaison to TORCH or other similar programs to continue any substance abuse-related plans and processes while persons served are in the SUD Clinic * Develop and maintain working relationships with alcohol and substance abuse detoxification, rehabilitation, and treatment centers. * Ensure that clients have any necessary transportation and escort to substance abuse appointments and participation. * Provide motivational interviewing to clients as needed. * Provide group and individual harm reduction counseling. * Provide cognitive-behavioral relapse prevention techniques. * Guide the use of onsite drug testing for clients whose service plans incorporate it. * For clients with mental illness and substance abuse disorders, lay the groundwork for the implementation of Integrated Dual Disorder Treatment, an evidence-based practice, upon discharge. * Promote a smoke-free environment * Monitor the availability and status of Naloxone kits, providing education to staff as to the location of the kits and ensuring that the kits are not expired. * Collaborate with the peer counselors and use linkages already developed in Brooklyn and Queens with Buprenorphine and Methadone programs and seek to expand these to other locations as needed. * Assist in the orientation of new personnel when requested. * Maintain up-to-date, accurate individual paper and electronic case records on each assigned client. * Comply with attendance and timekeeping rules and reports reliably and regularly to work on an on-going basis. * Attend regularly scheduled clinical meetings, staff meetings and supervision as well as in-service training and development activities * Execute emergency plans as outlined in the policy and procedure manual; administers CPR or first aid to staff or residents who require such services. * Obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications. * Obtain and maintain certification as an OD Responder from NYS Opioid Overdose Prevention Program (NYSOOPP) staff. * Participate in management and supervision meetings. * Participate in required trainings. * Immediately reports serious incidents, allegations of abuse, incidents, or sensitive situations and completes incident reports in accordance with agency policy. * Comply and promote compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and agency policies helping to strengthen and maintain an ethical organizational culture. * May have on-call responsibilities. * Perform other job-related duties that may be assigned. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES * Committed to the active promotion of ICL values and goals. * Basic knowledge of the causes and processes of substance abuse disorder. * Effective problem-solving skills * Effective interpersonal skills * Ability to work with diverse individuals * Ability to create and compose written materials * Ability to effectively and efficiently respond to questions from persons served * Ability to facilitate a meeting * Ability to present information to persons served and other employees * Ability to work with residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences * Ability to serve as a role model to clients including modeling appropriate interpersonal interactions, appearance, demeanor * Ability to effectively use computer software * Willingness to continually learn and apply knowledge and willingness to participate in in-service training and development activities. * Ability to function as an effective team member, including performing share of work, cooperating with coworkers, and securing cooperation, and maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with co-workers, supervisors and residents * Ability to use sound judgment in identifying and solving problems, and knowing when to seek assistance. * Ability to learn, understand and comply with all regulations, policies and procedures. * Ability to organize time effectively to accomplish all tasks in a timely way and meet deadlines without prompting. * Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a case management plan, meeting all deadlines and productivity standards * Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as assigned. * Ability to be empathic, actively looking for ways to help people, to be compassionate and hopeful and to believe and help others work toward recovery. * Ability to engage in active listening-attending to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate * Ability to identify the nature of problems and to participate effectively in solving problems. * Demonstrated commitment of the value of diversity, equity and inclusion. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Minimum Education Requirements: Current CASAC or CASACT plus at least 3 years' experience providing direct services to people with alcohol and/or drug related disorders. Equivalent training and experience will be considered.

Travel is required to five boroughs. The Substance Abuse Counselor assists clients with understanding and managing substance abuse. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Conduct or review assessment information to determine the substance abuse needs and preferences of persons served; * Provide individual counseling or conduct groups that address substance abuse issues as they relate to getting and keeping a job and permanent housing; * Develop and maintain working relationships with alcohol and substance abuse detoxification, rehabilitation, and treatment centers. * Ensure that clients have any necessary transportation and escort to substance abuse appointments and participation. * Provide motivational interviewing to clients as needed. * Provide group and individual harm reduction counseling. * Provide cognitive-behavioral relapse prevention techniques. * For clients with mental illness and substance abuse disorders, lay the groundwork for the implementation of Integrated Dual Disorder Treatment, an evidence-based practice, upon discharge. * Promote a smoke-free environment * Collaborate with the peer counselors and use linkages already developed in Brooklyn and Queens with Buprenorphine and Methadone programs and seek to expand these to other locations as needed. * Maintain up-to-date, accurate individual paper and electronic case records on each assigned client. * Comply with attendance and timekeeping rules and reports reliably and regularly to work on an on-going basis. * Attend regularly scheduled clinical meetings, staff meetings and supervision as well as in-service training and development activities * Execute emergency plans as outlined in the policy and procedure manual; administers CPR or first aid to staff or residents who require such services. * Obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications. * Obtain and maintain certification as an OD Responder from NYS Opioid Overdose Prevention Program (NYSOOPP) staff. * Participate in management and supervision meetings. * Participate in required trainings. * Immediately reports serious incidents, allegations of abuse, incidents, or sensitive situations and completes incident reports in accordance with agency policy. * Comply and promote compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and agency policies helping to strengthen and maintain an ethical organizational culture. * May have on-call responsibilities. * Perform other job-related duties that may be assigned. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Basic knowledge of the causes and processes of substance abuse disorder. * Effective problem-solving skills * Effective interpersonal skills * Ability to work with diverse individuals * Ability to create and compose written materials * Ability to effectively and efficiently respond to questions from persons served * Ability to facilitate a meeting * Ability to present information to persons served and other employees * Ability to work with residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences * Ability to serve as a role model to clients including modeling appropriate interpersonal interactions, appearance, demeanor * Ability to effectively use computer software * Willingness to continually learn and apply knowledge and willingness to participate in in-service training and development activities. * Ability to function as an effective team member, including performing share of work, cooperating with coworkers, and securing cooperation, and maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with co-workers, supervisors and residents * Ability to use sound judgment in identifying and solving problems, and knowing when to seek assistance. * Ability to learn, understand and comply with all regulations, policies and procedures. * Ability to organize time effectively to accomplish all tasks in a timely way and meet deadlines without prompting. * Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a case management plan, meeting all deadlines and productivity standards * Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as assigned. * Ability to be empathic, actively looking for ways to help people, to be compassionate and hopeful and to believe and help others work toward recovery. * Ability to engage in active listening-attending to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate * Ability to identify the nature of problems and to participate effectively in solving problems. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Current CASAC or CASAC-T with a full CASAC credential within one year of appointment to position. At least 2 years' experience providing direct services to people with co-occurring mental illness and substance abuse. Equivalent training and experience will be considered. Valid NYS driver's license required. #ICLCWCM