Clinician, Residential (25591)

Job DetailsJob Location: Schenectady-Park Place - Schenectady, NY 12304Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: MastersSalary Range: $60,008.00 - $72,800.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesClinician, Residential

Limited Permit Social Workers & Mental Health Professional New Hires are eligible for a $2500 retention bonus!

Licensed Social Workers & Mental Health Professional New Hires are eligible for a $7500 retention bonus!

As a Clinician with the Residential program, you will coordinate client assessments and work with the child, family, legal guardian, law guardian, psychiatrist, nurse, psychologist, educators, child care staff, and other providers to prepare, implement and monitor a comprehensive, permanency-focused case plan for children in the Residential Program. You will report to the Residential Director and will work on-site.

Responsibilities:


Work with the direct treatment providers to establish treatment goals for children, utilizing historical and current available information.
Meet and communicate with biological families, guardians, foster families, and case workers.
Assess individual and family situations.
Identify problem areas, treatment goals and methods to attain goals.
Provide therapeutic services to children on at least a weekly basis and families on at least a bi-weekly basis using differential treatment modalities.
Work with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement a comprehensive treatment plan and to monitor ongoing progress of child and family.
Learn and practice case coordination skills.
Work with referring and collateral agencies and prepare reports and correspondence as needed.
Record and maintain case record in accord with Agency, OMH, and other state mandates.
Participate in intake assessments as assigned.
Diligently plan for discharge/permanency, at the time of admission.
Actively communicate with clients and customers through phone and email correspondence.
Ensure quality oversight and improvement services.


Requirements and Education:


Requires a Master’s degree; related experience preferred.
RTF Clinician requires two years of related experience.
Limited permit required, professional licensure preferred: LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT.
Must pass physical.
Must be able to complete TCI training. 
Valid NYS Driver's License required.


Benefits


Health care package: medical, dental, and vision 
Tuition reimbursement 
Paid time off 
Holiday Pay 
401 (K) plan 
Life Insurance  
Loan repayment assistance 
Free training/CEU opportunities


About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger!  All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

 
Qualifications