ACT Family Specialist

Spectrum Health & Human Services•Niagara Falls, NY

2d•$51,800 - $66,000•Onsite

About The Position

Spectrum Health & Human Services partners with adults, children, and families as they recover from behavioral, emotional, mental health, and/or substance-related disorders by offering individualized opportunities for hope, empowerment, and support. The ACT Family Specialist is a clinical member of a multidisciplinary team serving clients with severe and persistent mental illnesses. Under the clinical supervision of the team leader and psychiatrist, the specialist assesses, plans, develops, coordinates, and provides treatment, rehabilitation, and support services. The role focuses on family psychoeducation and support, client advocacy, care coordination, assessment, treatment planning, and documentation. The position is full-time at 2201 Pine Ave, Niagara Falls, and pays $51,800–$66,000 annually.

Requirements

Master’s or doctoral degree in Nursing, Social Work, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, or Psychology; Registered Occupational Therapists are also eligible.
Must be licensed to practice in the state where the program operates.
Must hold a relevant credential, such as LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, PhD, PsyD, or RN.
At least two years of post-secondary education and training, including internships and supervised practical experience in a clinical or rehabilitation setting serving people with severe and persistent mental illness.
At least one year of experience working with individuals and families.
Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and personal vehicle.
Clear understanding of the characteristics and challenges of adults with severe and persistent mental illness and knowledge of the ACT model.
Knowledge of effective clinical practices and principles.
Knowledge and experience in assessment, diagnosis, co-occurring disorders, and substance abuse or dependency.
Must abide by a professional code of ethics and practice standards and commit to ongoing development of knowledge and skills.
Strong commitment to the right and ability of people with severe and persistent mental illness to live in community residences, work, and access adequate and continuous supports and services.
Ability to establish supportive, trusting relationships and respect client rights and treatment preferences.
Exceptional judgment and decision-making skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
Proficiency with computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate agency core values in day-to-day activities.
Provide case management, coordinate and monitor individual treatment team activities, and develop, implement, evaluate, and revise treatment goals and plans with the team.
Provide individual supportive therapy and symptom management, and update treatment plans as clients’ needs change.
Educate and support clients’ families and advocate for clients’ rights and preferences.
Conduct comprehensive assessments covering psychiatric history, mental status, diagnosis, physical and dental health, substance use, education and employment, social development and functioning, activities of daily living, and family structure and relationships.
Liaise and consult with community agencies and families to coordinate treatment.
Provide family psychoeducational services and help integrate family goals and services for clients with other team members.
Document client progress according to established methods, procedures, and regulations.
Provide treatment, rehabilitation, and support services, including interventions involving staff with specialty training and skills.
Drive a personal vehicle for client transportation in the community and/or work-related or client site visits.