Licensed Social Worker / Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Professional Care Medical Practice, P.C. • City of Schenectady, NY

8h • $35 - $40 • 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 Schenectady County Jail and surrounding facilities in New York State. This role involves providing comprehensive mental and behavioral health care, including substance abuse counseling and therapy, to a vulnerable and underserved patient population in a correctional environment. The company is committed to providing the necessary knowledge and training for employees to deliver premier care.

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 course work, training and/or experience.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license & have reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of two years of clinical experience and familiarity with substance abuse/MAT (i.e., Medicated Assisted Treatment) counseling is preferred.

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 using structured interviews and risk assessment tools. Manage inmates at risk for suicide and/or engaging in self-harm according to existing protocols.
• 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.
• Be 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

• Salaries are negotiable and commensurate based on experience. $35.00- 40.00/hr
• Part Time PTO package provided and accrued at the rate of 1.0 hour for every 30.0 hours of straight time worked. Max number of PTO hours that may be accrued is 64.0 hours.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level