Trauma Assessment Clinician

HEARTSHARE HUMAN SERVICES OF NEW YORK•New York, NY

10d•$75,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Trauma Assessment Clinician will conduct behavioral assessments on children in care to determine any indicators of complex trauma and recommend appropriate services that address diverse needs. This position will specialize in children who are a part of the foster boarding home, special medical foster care, and Health Homes programs.

Requirements

Master's degree (LCSW/LMSW) required
Minimum of two (2) years work experience providing clinical services in a mental health or residential setting for youth and children required
Fluency computer software applications required, including Microsoft Office and web based applications

Nice To Haves

Experience working with youth and children exposed to trauma preferred
Ability to speak multiple languages preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct initial behavioral assessments on children and youth who are directly placed into foster homes after being remanded
Contact case planning teams, placement resources, and other stakeholders to arrange any appointments or consultations.
Meet with the Medical Director to discuss any diagnoses or conditions that may impede the functioning of clients.
Complete and upload all details of assessments to the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Conduct functional impairment assessments on children who have been exposed to complex trauma:
Undergo training to become approved to use the CANS-Trauma Comprehensive tool.
Perform case record reviews in order to obtain applicable information that is needed to inform assessments.
Collaborate with other agency staff or specialists in order to utilize historical and current available information.
Use multiple New York State (NYS) forms and clinical judgment to make recommendations on appropriate and intensive services.
Provide in-house counseling services to children who are determined to have complex trauma until external services are located
Establish treatment goals for children and youth based on the applicable categories of traumatic exposure and impairments.
Refer children to supportive services to address the impact of traumatic experiences.
Complete all required documentation, including but not limited to session notes, treatment plans, psychosocial summaries, billing documentation, and client correspondence using the Electronic Health Record (EHR).

Benefits

Rewarding Work in a team environment.
Paid vacation, sick, personal days, and holidays.
403(B) retirement plans with employer contribution.
Health, dental, vision and life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Flexible spending account (Dependent Care, Medical, Parking, and Transit).
Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.
Tuition Assistance Program.
Professional Development opportunities.
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