Associate Clinical Director

NYC Bar Association•New York, NY

2d•$85,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Clinical Director will work closely with the LAP Director by contributing to the overall mission and goals of LAP, including, but not limited to assessing ways to best serve the local legal community. This is a unique position, working in an established program that is solely dedicated to assisting members of the legal profession. The program provides hands-on services to lawyers, judges, law students, staff, and family members who are affected by a wide range of personal and professional issues, including stress, depression, anxiety, alcohol/substance use disorders, family and relationship issues, career concerns, caregiving and other issues that can interfere with the ability to function optimally. The ideal candidate is an experienced clinician who has previously worked with professionals. Knowledge of the legal system in New York State, especially as it pertains to admission to the bar and the grievance process, is a plus.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in social work, or psychology; JD a plus.
Must be currently fully licensed to practice in the state of New York.
Minimum five years of clinical experience, post-master’s degree, working in the field of mental health and/or substance use disorders.
Proven proficiency in psychosocial assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and counseling techniques for individuals and groups; ability to work with complex cases, including co-occurring disorders.
Ability to refer clients to the most appropriate setting.
Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries with clients.
A commitment and dedication to challenge the stigma around mental health and/or substance use disorders.
Able to work independently as well as an effective team member.
Excellent writing, presentation, interpersonal, and communication (written and verbal) skills are essential.
Proven ability to prioritize multiple tasks and assignments.
Strong working knowledge of technology including Office 365 (e.g. Word, Office 365, Excel, PowerPoint); strong social media skills a plus.
Flexible hours, hybrid (virtual and in-office).

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the legal profession and court system in New York State a plus

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive evaluations and assessments of new clients to determine the nature and severity of the stated problem.
Identify solutions and develop a plan of action.
Provide supportive counseling.
Provide crisis intervention.
Provide referrals to treatment professionals, treatment programs, and specialists.
Offer peer support from attorneys, judges, and law students who have overcome their struggles and are generously volunteering to help and support their colleagues.
Provide educational presentations at law schools, bar associations, firms, the judiciary, and private and non-profit legal employers on preventing, recognizing, and addressing mental health and substance use disorders and any other problems affecting the well-being of legal professionals.
Oversee the monitoring of bar candidates and attorneys, participating in the LAP Monitoring Program to ensure their compliance with monitoring requirements.
Develop and implement specialized services to address the needs of lawyers, law students, and judges with ADHD, PTSD, vicarious trauma, cognitive impairment, and other issues as the needs arise.
Work with the NYC Bar LAP Committee and LAP volunteers.
Other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

generous paid time off (vacation, personal, sick time, holidays including closing between Christmas and New Year’s day this year, day off for volunteer work, extra time off in summer)
choice of medical plans
dental
vision
401K
life insurance
commuter benefits program
Employee Assistance Program
short-term/long-term disability insurance
employee discounts
and more!