SkillSpring DYCD Licensed Mental Health Professional
About The Position
SkillSpring, a workforce development powered by The New Jewish Home, has supported New York City youth and young adults from under-resourced schools and communities in pursuing careers in health care since 2006. By training the next generation of high-quality, culturally competent healthcare professionals, SkillSpring generates excitement and enthusiasm for careers serving older adults. SkillSpring is seeking a Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMHP) to provide support to participants .This full-time role is essential to promoting the mental health, emotional well-being, and self-management skills of participants . The LMHP will deliver trauma-informed, culturally responsive mental health support through a combination of individual counseling and small-group sessions. The role also includes conducting mental health assessments, coordinating access to supportive services, and collaborating with program staff to ensure participants are fully supported throughout their training and career development. This position requires schedule flexibility, including availability for morning, evening, and Saturday shifts across multiple sites. Hours and locations may vary based on seasonal and programmatic needs.
Responsibilities
- Individual and Group Counseling: Provide regular, trauma-informed one-on-one and group counseling sessions tailored to the needs of participants aged 18–40 impacted by community violence or criminal justice involvement. Address social-emotional learning, trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. Utilize strengths-based and culturally responsive approaches.
- Participant Mental Health Assessment: Conduct initial biopsychosocial assessments during program intake to identify mental health needs and inform individualized service plans. Collaborate with case managers to update Individual Service Strategies (ISS) with behavioral health goals.
- Crisis Intervention and Referral: Deliver immediate support during mental health crises and facilitate referrals to external mental health providers when needed. Create and maintain a mental health referral plan and provide all-staff training on procedures.
- Integration with Program Services: Collaborate with case managers, job developer, training instructors, and outreach staff through regular case conferencing to ensure ’ mental health needs are coordinated with other wraparound supports. Serve as a resource to program staff on best practices in trauma-informed care and behavioral health support.
- Supervision and Coaching: Provide coaching and consultation to case managers on client engagement strategies and trauma-sensitive approaches. Support the development of staff capacity through mental health-related training and staff wellness initiatives.
- Data and Documentation: Maintain confidential, timely, and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with program standards and city compliance. Track participant mental health outcomes and contribute to DYCD reports and internal evaluations.
- Professional Collaboration and Training: Participate in DYCD-required training and professional development on mental health supports and best practices. Remain current on emerging trends, techniques, and tools in mental health, especially for justice-impacted populations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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