Social Worker

Episcopal Health Services • Far Rockaway, NY

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Community Mental Health Center (CMHC) is a New York State Office of Mental Health licensed clinic providing therapy for individuals aged 5 and up. Our licensed social workers and psychiatrists offer psychotherapy, medications, and medication-assisted treatment. We offer various treatment approaches, such as Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. We also provide care for individuals with dual diagnoses of mental health and substance abuse disease. Our services are available in any language and can be accessed through a secure telehealth platform. We offer psychoeducation and help coordinate care for our patients.

Requirements

• Master of Social Work required
• Licensed in NY State LMSW or LCSW
• Minimum 2 years experience working in a Behavioral Health Outpatient Setting

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

• Completes psychosocial evaluations
• Completes collaborative treatment planning and implements patient centered services, involving family and /or care partners in the treatment plan process
• Conducts individual, group psychotherapy as prescribed by the treatment plan
• Participates in departmental meetings
• Documents according to clinical standards
• Develops after care plans for patients upon discharge including linkages to other agencies as appropriate
• Proficiency in implementing Suicide Risk Assessment
• Proficiency in implementing Telehealth Services Policy in compliance with Federal and NYS regulatory guidelines

What This Job Offers

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