Behavioral Health Coordinator OSP

Argus Community Inc•New York, NY

48d•Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Coordinator will be responsible for the successful integration of mental health services as part of the NYSDOH-AI Opioid Settlement to increase access to and provision of low-threshold mental health services. The Behavioral Health Coordinator will utilize a neutral approach, promote and support integrated and person-centered models of behavioral health care. The Behavioral Health Coordinator will increase the availability and improve access to culturally and linguistically affirming mental health care to people who use drugs.

Requirements

SIFI certification a plus.
Knowledge of HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C and other STDs, substance use, harm reduction, and LGBT issues.
Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated computer literacy and proficiency.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) required

Responsibilities

Supervise Settlement program staff including Social Worker and Peer Navigator.
Attend on-going training on assessing and providing mental health counseling services to people who use drugs
Complete Screenings, Intakes and Behavioral Risk Assessment
Screen for mental health needs using PHQ-9 and GAD-7 screening tools
Screen for substance use needs using and SAMISS Screening Tool
Conduct 1:1 short-term and ongoing behavioral health counseling
Complete referral and service coordination for substance use services (i.e. syringe exchange, harm reduction services, overdose prevention, in/out patient services, Medication Assisted Treatment, etc.)
Coordination with care management staff for referrals and coordination of supportive services
Develop appropriate resources for referrals to mental health and supportive services external sources
Documentation of all services provided for charting and reporting purposes
Utilize harm reduction modalities to address substance use disorder as a barrier to effective care
Provide mental health education to staff and participants i.e. In-service training
Attend and engage in community coalition meetings and events. Coordinate special events for members of the target population.
Prepare monthly qualitative and quantitative data and reporting as required by agency and funding source
Attend supervision, staff meetings and training seminars as required by agency.
Perform other duties as assigned by VP of Wellness & Empowerment.