Licensed Social Worker / Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Professional Care Medical Practice•Belmont, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Professional Care Medical Practice P.C. is seeking a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Social Worker (LMSW or LCSW) to serve as a Behavioral Health Professional within the medical department at the Allegany County Jail in Belmont, NY. This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, operating Monday through Friday during standard business hours. The role involves providing clinical monitoring, coordination, and implementation of the mental health program, adhering to NCCHC standards, and acting as the mental health liaison between the medical unit and facility staff. The position offers a salary range of $60,000.00 - $75,000.00.

Requirements

Must be licensed as a LMHC, LMSW, or LCSW in the state of New York.
Must hold a Master’s degree or greater in Social Work, Psychology, or related Human Service field with a concentration in clinical coursework, training and/or experience.
Must hold a valid driver’s license.
Must have reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two years of clinical experience.
Familiarity with substance abuse/MAT (Medicated Assisted Treatment) counseling.

Responsibilities

Conduct clinical assessments based on referrals and self-referrals, including documentation of findings, mental status examination, case conceptualization, diagnosis, and treatment plan.
Make referrals to psychiatry when appropriate.
Conduct risk assessments utilizing structured interviews and risk assessment tools.
Manage inmates at risk for suicide and/or engaging in self-harm according to existing protocols and current policy and procedures.
Serve as the PCM mental health liaison for mental health services outside the facility.
Facilitate admission and placement of inmates/patients to forensic hospitals when necessary.
Monitor all mental health services provided.
Ensure clinical services meet NCCHC standards and accepted psychiatric/psychological standards.
Participate as a member of the Quality Assurance Committee.
Develop and conduct in-service education programs according to the annual in-service calendar.
Collect data and prepare monthly reports reflecting performance.

Benefits

Health care (medical, dental, vision)
Elective health savings account (HSA)
Elective options for life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Paid time off accrual (maximum 10 days/80 hours per year)
Six floating holidays (pro-rated within the first year)
Sick and safe leave benefits under the New York State Sick Leave Law (1 hour per 30 hours worked, maximum 56 hours annually)
401k retirement with discretionary company match
Clinical supervision hours provided at no cost