Social Worker or Counselor (StrongMinds America)
(LCSW, LMSW, LSW, LPC, LMHC) Multiple Hires Needed
Join Our Internationally Recognized, Award-Winning Team
Website: www.strongmindsamerica.org
This is a perfect opportunity for an early-career professional to grow alongside the new program branch of an established mental health organization or a seasoned mental health professional looking for a flexible work schedule.
This is a per diem position that will facilitate in-person and remote IPT group therapy sessions for teenage and young adults in New York Metro area and Northern NJ. All hires will be fully trained in the IPT-G model at no cost.
- Valid LCSW, LMHC, LSW, LPC or soon to be licensed.
- Clinical training with ongoing CEU opportunities
- Clinical supervision provided.
- Open to early career, experienced and culturally competent clinicians
THE STRONGMINDS DIFFERENCE
- Extremely competitive compensation
- Flexible schedule
- WE provide clinical training and offer advancement
- WE handle administration so YOU focus on the needs of the client
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for assessment, planning, organizing, and delivery of depression treatment in coordination with allied organizations.
- Responsible for facilitating group therapy sessions using the IPT-G model, including prescreening, intake, and post-therapy assessment.
- Participate in regular supervision and staff meetings.
- Provide basic mental health education and outreach through attendance at local community-based events.
- Serve as liaison to community-based organizations and agencies as appropriate.
- Maintain licensure as required by licensing board and attend educational trainings/seminars to remain up to date on current best practices.
- Maintain positive working relationships within the communities served, including individuals,families, staff, monitoring and licensing agencies, organizations and funding resources.
- Maintain accurate, professionally written clinical documentation (progress notes, assessments) in accordance with professional standards, policies, and as directed by supervisor.
- Demonstrate and apply knowledge of comprehensive, community based, client centered, culturally sensitive care coordination services.
- Assist individuals and families in meeting other psychosocial needs by referring them to appropriate outside agencies and providing information needed within the guidelines of confidentiality standards.
StrongMinds is a 501c3 organization widely recognized for its innovative approach to improving access to mental health care.
Independent Contractors are expected to comply with all applicable policies and procedures of SMA and adhere to the Code of Ethics and Standard of Conduct of their respective professions as well as those outlined in the Employee Handbook.
APPLICATION OR INQUIRIES
Please send resume and brief cover letter to Susan Ryan sryan@strongminds.org writing ‘Social Worker’ in the subject line.
ABOUT
StrongMinds America (SMA) is the US program branch of StrongMinds, an award-winning international organization that has been recognized in the global media for its innovative approach to mental health
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