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Mental Health Clinician - Correctional Health Services *Mon-Fri 8am-4pm* (29626)

Quick overview

The clinician will provide quality mental health care, including evaluations, crisis intervention, assessments, and follow-up care to the population of the New York City Department of Corrections. Responsibilities also involve coordinating patient disposition, discharge planning, completing required documentation and reports, and leading group treatment sessions.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field. Required licensure includes New York State License in Social Work, License in Mental Health Counseling, or licensure in Psychology.

postgraduate degreeDocumentationCollaborationTreatment PlanningCrisis InterventionClinical SupervisionCase ConferencesEvidence-Based InterventionsDischarge PlanningSubstance Use TreatmentStatistical ReportingPsychological TestingFollow-up CareIntern SupervisionGroup TreatmentMental Health EvaluationsRe-entry Services

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location

CHS -
Astoria,
NY 11105Position
Type:
Regular
Full-TimeSalary
Range: $38.09 - $38.09
HourlyJob
Shift: 1Job
Category: Mental Health ClinicianPhysician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) for The Division of Correctional Health Services (CHS) of New York City Health + Hospitals (H+H) is responsible for the delivery of medical care, mental health care, and discharge planning in the jail system. Approximately 25% of new admissions per year to the NYC jail system will receive care on the mental health service. This service strives to provide safe, holistic and evidence-based therapeutic interventions for the diverse range of mental health issues that face the population, from serious mental illness to the natural struggles that accompany incarceration. The service provides some of the most comprehensive and unique treatment modalities in the country, including specialty housing units for individuals with serious mental illness, a 24-hour on-call psychiatric service, robust creative arts programming, a strong DBT training program, clinics in each of the facilities, substance use treatment, integrated re- entry services, and relationships with multiple training institutions throughout the city. Under the supervisor of the Mental Health Unit Chief, provide quality Mental Health care to the population of the New York City Department of Corrections on Rikers Island and the Manhattan House of Detention.

Responsibilities

Provides mental health evaluations, crisis intervention, assessments, and follow-up care. Determines and coordinates disposition of patients for appropriate level of mental health care including discharge planning. Completes required statistical reports. Collaborates with the Department of Correction to ensure access to patients, proper housing, and treatment disposition. Coordinates patient care with other institutional programs. Develops and leads group treatment on mental health observation units and other units as assigned. Completes all required documentation. Participates in Clinical Supervision as assigned. Participates in mental health and medical rounds as assigned. Participates in case conferences and treatment planning for patients receiving and being considered for mental health treatment. May conduct psychological testing as assigned. May supervise social work interns or student volunteers as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned by Unit Chief, Assistant Unit Chief, and Clinical Supervisor. Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Job Hazards: Normal correctional health environment at facilities assigned. This position will be on various locations on Rikers Island.

Benefits

Dental Insurance
Vacation
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Personal Days
Sick
Holiday
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts
Commuting Expenses Pre-tax Contributions
CME Days
Orthodontics Coverage

Monday-Friday, 8am - 4pm
QualificationsQualifications: Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field. New York State License in Social Work, License in Mental Health Counseling, or licensure in Psychology.
Wage and
Benefits include: This is an 1199 union position. Benefits will come from the union. 401(k) account for
Employee
Contribution (subject to
IRS contribution limits): Employees are immediately vested in their contributions. Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs). Pre-tax employee-paid contributions for commuting expenses. Eligibility for loan forgiveness through the National Student Debt Forgiveness Center For more information about our incredible benefits click here. Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) mission is to provide accountable, responsive, quality care with the highest degree of sensitivity to the needs of the diverse population that lives in our New York community. PAGNY is one of the largest physician groups in the country and directly employs nearly 4,000 physicians and allied health professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest municipal health care system in the nation serving more than a million New Yorkers annually. Our providers are highly skilled professionals with outstanding credentials who deliver the highest level of quality healthcare to patients throughout New York City. Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equitable hiring practices. We are dedicated to fostering a respectful and supportive workplace where everyone is valued. All candidates are considered based on their individual qualifications, potential, and experience. To learn more about our culture and ongoing workplace practices, please visit our Workplace Culture | PAGNY page. *Salary
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Information: The salary listed for this position complies with New York City's Salary Transparency Law for Job Advertisements. The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, or benefits. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, historical performance, and other relevant criteria.

Mental Health Clinician - Correctional Health Services Mon-Fri 8am-4pm (29626)

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