Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing•Rush, NY

5d•$40 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

Provide critical mental health services to justice-involved youth (13-21) at a detention center. Deliver trauma-informed therapy, crisis intervention, and rehabilitation support to promote positive behavioral change during incarceration. Why Join Us? Work Schedule: Monday–Friday (30-40 hours/week), on-site Caseload: Average of 15 youth per week. Professional Growth: Develop specialized expertise in juvenile justice mental health within a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements

Education: Master’s in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or Marriage & Family Therapy
Licensure: Active NYS license (LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT)
Experience: 3+ years post-licensure
Technical Skills: Crisis intervention, treatment planning
Soft Skills: Cultural sensitivity, staff training, collaborative care

Nice To Haves

juvenile justice/trauma experience preferred
Bilingual: (English/Spanish desirable but not required)

Responsibilities

Conduct one-on-one sessions with youth (ages 13–21) to assess mental health needs and provide therapeutic support.
Facilitate group sessions to address common behavioral health topics, coping strategies, and peer support.
Manage and coordinate care for youth, including referrals and collaboration with internal health services and external agencies.
Provide consultation to detention center staff regarding youth behavioral health.
Deliver training to staff on behavioral health, trauma-informed care, and best practices for working with at-risk youth.
Develop and update policies and procedures related to mental health care within the facility.
Educate youth on behavioral health topics, coping skills, and rehabilitation strategies.
Maintain confidential clinical records and prepare required documentation in accordance with county and legal standards.
Work closely with the Center’s health services clinic, other County departments, and outside agencies to ensure comprehensive care.
Contribute to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of mental health programs and interventions at the Center.
Ensure all services are delivered in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Monroe County policies.
Respond to mental health crises as needed, providing immediate support and intervention