Children's Clinician

Together for Youth•Albany, NY

6d•$74,500 - $83,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Non-Secure Detention Clinician provides clinical treatment and assessments to children and families in accordance with the agency’s mission, vision, and values. The clinician works with residents of the Non-Secure Detention (NSD) program, collaborating with the NSD team and internal and external stakeholders to support residents’ treatment and discharge planning. The position provides services in person at the specified program locations; hybrid and remote work are not supported. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, with an annual salary range of $74,500–$83,000, commensurate with experience. The primary location is NSD Detention in Canaan, NY, with travel between programs in Canaan and Bath, NY as needed.

Requirements

A master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field that qualifies for licensure or Limited Permit eligibility.
At least one year of experience in behavioral health, child welfare, or a residential setting working with at-risk youth.
Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving history to the Agency.
Ability to obtain and maintain TCI and First Aid/CPR certification.
Ability to work effectively with economically and culturally diverse populations.
Ability to engage with individuals experiencing emotional and psychological challenges.
Limited travel may be necessary, including visits to other agency facilities.

Nice To Haves

LCSW is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop an initial Individual Crisis Support Plan (ICSP) with each resident within 24 hours of admission, excluding weekends and holidays; review it at least every 30 days and update it as indicated.
Complete an assessment of residents within 72 hours of admission to the NSD facility.
Develop and implement an individualized treatment plan for each resident within five days of admission, excluding weekends and holidays.
Complete required documentation and assessments within 15 days of admission and communicate reports to internal and external stakeholders.
Collaborate with the NSD team to support residents.
Coordinate with internal and external programs and stakeholders, including county caseworkers and probation or court officers, for treatment planning.
Meet with each resident weekly for one-to-one counseling addressing treatment-plan objectives.
Co-facilitate two social and emotional skills groups each week.
Ensure clinical services comply with agency policies and regulatory requirements.
Work with program members to develop a discharge plan for each resident, identifying community resources for residents and their families.
Complete, maintain, and track mandatory documentation in accordance with agency policies and regulatory requirements.
Provide telehealth services to residents within the NSD program.
Provide in-service training to staff as needed on primary mental health disorders seen in the program and offer resources for their day-to-day work with youth.
Represent the agency professionally; attend internal and external meetings, clinical supervision, and team meetings; and prepare required meeting documentation.