The mission of the Alzheimer’s Association is “To eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.” The Alzheimer's Association, New York City Chapter provides a variety of education, information and support services to persons with dementia, their families, health care professionals, and the community.

This position will be located in New York, NY.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of Senior Care and Support Program Manager, the Care and Support Program Managers are part of the program team. Program Managers are responsible for developing, marketing and delivering programs and services to meet the needs of persons with Alzheimer's disease and dementia, their families and caregivers, professionals, paraprofessionals and community members in accordance with the Alzheimer’s Association Strategic Plan and Common Program Portfolio. As a trained professional, Care and Support Program Managers will work with individuals or families, in person or over the phone, who have care or dementia related questions by providing problem-solving strategies, disease education, decision-making support, crisis assistance, guidance during transitions and connections to local services. The Program Manager will plan, schedule, market, perform outreach and deliver Association community education programs, care consultation, support groups, conference presentations and other trainings and activities. He/She will also be responsible for managing support groups throughout the five boroughs including recruiting, managing, and training volunteer support group facilitators. In addition, the Program Manager will conduct outreach and education activities to meet the needs of persons with Alzheimer's disease and dementia, their families and caregivers, professionals, paraprofessionals and community members including priority diverse populations among Latino, African American and LGBT constituencies. As such, the Care and Support Program Manager play a critical role in reaching and serving the underserved communities across the five Boroughs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The function of the Care and Support Program Manager is to advance the Care and Support arm of the Association’s mission. Under the supervision of the Senior Care and Support Program Manager, the Care and Support Program Manager will plan and develop a programmatic approach, establish relationships, conduct outreach, lead group educational workshops, and provide clinical care in the form of care consultations, one to one psychoeducation and leading support groups.

PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT, EDUCATION AND OUTREACH

• Plan, develop, perform outreach and marketing as well as deliver Alzheimer’s Association education and training programs to persons with dementia, their family members and caregivers, professionals, paraprofessionals and the community at large.

• Increase and coordinate development and implementation of services to diverse communities and populations in the region.

• Work collaboratively with chapter staff to support the Alzheimer’s Association’s vision, mission, core values and strategic goals and promote Association programs such as TrialMatch® and Advocacy.

RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

• Generate support for, and awareness of, the work of the Alzheimer’s Association by forming, maintaining and enhancing relationships, collaborations and partnerships with healthcare professionals, paraprofessionals, community agencies, government entities and businesses in the designated counties.

• Conduct outreach and education with physicians, builds working relationships with service providers, care facilities and other stakeholders who collaborate on Association initiatives or would benefit from Association programs and services.

• Manage relationships and locations within the designated counties.

• Participate in, and assist with insuring the success of The Longest Day, Walk to End Alzheimer’s and other Alzheimer’s Association special events.

• Provide leadership to, recruit volunteers to join the committee(s) and invite corporate and family teams to participate in The Longest Day and Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

CLINICAL CARE

• Provide care consultations to enhance the quality of life and decrease the stressful impact of the disease for the person with Alzheimer’s disease/dementia and/or the caregiver by providing support, in-depth information, problem solving techniques and planning for future needs, particularly during emergent or transitional situations. This includes an assessment of issue presented resulting in recommended actions steps and the provision of resource materials as needed.

• Promote and optimize the Alzheimer’s Association’s Helpline program.

• Provide support and information about Alzheimer’s disease and dementias, services provided by the Association and community resources to constituents within the designated counties.

QUALITY ASSURANCE, MONITORING AND REPORTING

• Administer client tracking system from referral to closure. Provide accurate and timely documentation of interactions and interventions.

• Conform to all legal and other requirements with respect to patient records and documentation, and meet Association standards for quality services.

• Insure continuous quality improvement, complete and review program evaluations.

• Collect and enter relevant and appropriate data for grant reporting, measuring progress toward strategic goals, and submitting monthly reports to the Senior Care and Support Program Manager and Director of Programs.

• Assist liaising between Chapter, National Alzheimer’s Association, and grantors and coordinate systems for collection and reporting of data and outcomes; work with team to meet performance outcomes.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum requirement: Bachelors of Social Work (BSW). Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling preferred.

• Demonstrated experience planning, developing and conducting programs related to health or navigating health or social service systems

• Experience providing counseling and related services

• Fluent in at least one language other than English: Spanish, Haitian Creole, Chinese, Korean , Russian etc

• Demonstrated experience working with diverse communities including Latino, African Americans, and LGBT

• Familiarity with Alzheimer’s and related dementias, aging population and/or health.

• Knowledge of Alzheimer's or dementia or other disease related experience preferred. Though a keen desire to learn and keep up to date on the latest Alzheimer’s disease topics is welcomed.

• Experience facilitating educational workshops or support groups

• Experience in volunteer management and support.

• Ability to work with a wide range of people including persons with dementia, family caregivers, corporations, foundations, and volunteers.

• Demonstrated knowledge of NYC community resources

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal and the ability to teach, train and/or speak in front of groups.

• Excellent customer service skills when working with internal and external clients.

• Ability to work occasional early evening and weekend hours as needed.

• Proficient in Windows and other software programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Personify and Google Apps

• Valid driver's license, access to reliable vehicle, and proof of current automobile insurance

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Excellent analytical, planning and strategic thinking and problem solving skills

• Requires high degree of creative, original and thinking in identifying new programs, new avenues for outreach, new relationships and developing person-centered plans

• Solid work ethic, attention to detail, and strong time management skills

• Ability to work independently or as a member of a team

• High level of integrity, diplomacy, and initiative

• Willingness to work some evenings and weekends and travel to care consultation and outreach activities

• Commitment to serving diverse and vulnerable constituencies including immigrants, LGBT and communities of color

• Desire to help families cope with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias

TO APPLY PLEASE USE THE LINK BELOW:

http://alz.org/apps/jobs/JobSearchListing.asp?IDNum=2483&Chapter=New%20York%20City

Posted 6\10\17

$141,544 - $176,966 Annually

The County of San Mateo’s Human Services Agency is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director of Children and Family Services. The Director of Children and Family Services (CFS) is responsible for the administration of Child Welfare within San Mateo County. This includes screening, investigations, out-of-home placement, family maintenance, family reunification, permanent placement, adoptions, resource family licensing, emergency shelter, foster family agency, prevention and early intervention, independent living and non-minor dependents. The Director of Children and Family Services will work closely with community partners to promote and develop services to enhance the well-being of children and families.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A Master’s degree in social work from an accredited college or university
• Five years of experience as a deputy director or upper level manager in a public child welfare agency
• Be a highly engaging manager and effective communicator to diverse audiences such as community partners, staff members, executive team members and clients
• Strong business acumen, including performance outcomes, contract monitoring and outcomes, budget development and monitoring
• Strong personnel and human resources management experience to engage staff, evaluate performance and celebrate staff and program accomplishments
• Ability to implement and measure the CFS strategic plan
• Be a strategic thinker that can evaluate systems and processes to streamline services and achieve performance in a collaborative manner
• Be proficient in applying the principles and practices of child welfare and social services for families and children, including current trends in research, treatment, prevention, education and related issues
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of organization and personnel management, public administration and financial administration, including public budgeting and reporting
• Ability to plan, organize, direct, review and coordinate programs
• Ability to develop and maintain successful, cooperative and effective partnerships with other departments, and the officials and employees of other agencies, including Advisory Boards and commissions
• Knowledgeable of the laws, codes and regulations governing Child Welfare Services
• Ability to act as a liaison with various private and public agencies, and deal successfully with the public and other interested groups

Final Filing Date: June 22, 2017

To learn more about this position, please visit: http://files.smc-hr.org/Rec/DirCFS.pdf

Applications are only accepted online at http://jobs.smcgov.org. EOE

Posted 6/7/17

Job Description:

OHEL’s new Early Childhood Mental Health Program is seeking a warm, empathic licensed mental health professional with excellent communication skills to provide mental health services to children under 5 and to their caregivers. Therapist will provide assessment and mental health treatment to children under 5 and their families in OHEL’s outpatient mental health clinic in Brooklyn and at early childhood sites and schools as needed. Appropriate candidate must have knowledge of early childhood social emotional development, 3 years’ experience providing treatment to young children and their families. Weekly supervision and training in evidence-based practices will be provided. Spanish speaking a must.

Details:

Position is Full time and is based out of Brooklyn.

Salary for position ranges from 48k-51k annually. Includes benefits- Health Insurance, Paid Vacation, Sick, Holiday.

CONTACT US:

For more information contact OHEL at 855-OHEL JOB, or apply here: www.ohelfamily.org/careers

Posted 4/26/17

Organization Description

The School-Based Health Alliance is the national voice for school-based health care (SBHC). Founded in 1995 to promote and support the SBHC model, the School-Based Health Alliance’s mission is to improve the health status of children and youth by advancing and advocating for school-based health care. We advocate for national policies, programs, and funding to expand and strengthen SBHCs, while also supporting the movement with training and technical assistance.

Position Description

The Senior Program Manager is a member of the Alliance’s Programs Division, which is responsible for implementing the organization’s national school-based health care technical assistance and training agenda. The Senior Program Manager is responsible for developing and implementing an initiative to infuse Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment, an evidence-based practice, in school-based health centers. The program description, management duties, and responsibilities are listed below.

Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) in School-Based Health Centers (SBHCs):

This initiative’s focus is twofold: 1. Develop and implement a learning collaborative (LC) with SBHC sponsor organizations to use SBIRT as the vehicle to identify, prevent and reduce substance use and depression in youth, contributing to student achievement outcomes including increased attendance and fewer disciplinary actions. 2. Develop, implement, and promote an online compendium with extensive resources and tools that all SBHCs can use to implement SBIRT in their schools. This work requires engagement of a wide variety of partners, including but not limited to the following: health, education, community-based treatment, restorative justice, and state and local level partners.

Responsibilities

· Manage the Learning Collaborative (LC) including development, launch, trainings, site selection, and site-base team development.

· Develop content for training curriculum, compendium, LC calls, site visits. Examples of training content include: components of SBIRT, motivational interviewing techniques with youth, the use and interpretation of the CRAFFT and PHQ-9 screening tools into the SBHC work flow; youth development strategies; team building and buy-in; and coding and billing for SBIRT.

· Deliver intensive on-site trainings to kick-off learning collaborative teams.

· Provide virtual learning opportunities and technical assistance to sites.

· Enhance the SBHC Data Portal to enable data collection and report management by working with the Research and Evaluation Team on technical development and implementation.

· Supervise Administrative Assistant.

· Engage the Alliance’s Youth Advisory Council to assist with compendium development.

· Convene and manage a project advisory group.

· Develop and promote marketing plan for online compendium.

· Manage project budget.

· Manage and schedule all calls and meetings with agendas and follow-up.

· Represent the Alliance to Conrad Hilton Foundation and evaluators.

· Manage grant deliverables.

· Oversee project consultants.

· Prepare report to project officer.

· Prepare performance narratives and reports.

· Represent SBIRT work to the field, such as on webinars and workshops at conferences.

· Summarize performance, progress, and successes associated with program for dissemination.

· Collaborate with the Alliance Communications team for development of program content organization’s website.

Other Responsibilities

· Over time, manage additional programs.

· Foster collaborative relationships with representatives of partner organizations, state SBHC affiliates, SBHC sponsoring agencies, school districts, and national health organizations and regional affiliates.

· Work with the Communications Manager on project communications and dissemination activities.

· Represent the School-Based Health Alliance at related trainings, conferences, and meetings.

· Manage workshop content for annual convention, and other duties as assigned.

The individual will perform other work-related duties as requested and assist with other tasks related to accomplishing the goals of projects/grants. The School-Based Health Alliance operates as a cohesive collaborative team and the program manager will be expected to be actively engaged, work closely with, and function as a part of the team.

Qualifications

• Master degree preferred, in School Counseling, Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Public Health, or related field.
• Five to seven years of combined related experience, with at least two years multiple project or program management. 
• Experience supervising staff.
• Strong planning, organization, and time management skills.
• Knowledge of or experience in school-based health care, SBIRT and/or adolescent substance misuse.
• Knowledge of or experience in motivational interviewing preferred.
• Extensive experience with training, technical assistance, and meeting facilitation.
• Experience working with minority and underserved communities strongly preferred.
• Experience working with schools and /or education agencies, school based health center experience preferred.
• Experience with grants management, budget oversight, and strategic planning.
• Experience developing partnerships at various levels (e.g. national, state, and/or local).
• Analytical thinking and excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well with team members and project participants in a highly collaborative work environment.
• Ability to manage relationships with outside consultants and advisory groups.
• Ability to work independently with initiative to manage a high volume of work flow and deliverables.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Basecamp, preferred.

Hours/Compensation

· Full-time

· Salary commensurate with experience, range is $70,000 – $75,056

· Full benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, Metro subsidy

Contact Information

Send cover letter and resume to anewell@sbh4all.org with Senior Program Manager in subject line. No phone calls.

Posted 4/25/17

Provide clinical assessment, short-term psychotherapy, group therapy, and crisis intervention to student population.

Required Education: Master's degree in Social Work and LCSW.

Required Experience: 3 years' post-master's clinical experience in case management.

Preferred Experience: Experience with diverse adolescent or college population managing treatment.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Excellent communication skills; strong problem solving skills.

EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/ Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Apply Here: http://www.Click2apply.net/ pscqy6v8sy4vp6bd 

PI97402167

Posted  4/5/17

The Human Services Agency (HSA) of San Mateo County is seeking 18 qualified applicants (13 regular classified and 5 unclassified vacancies) for the position of Children's Services Social Worker II/III in the Children and Family Services division.

Social Workers within this division provide a wide variety of Child Welfare Services to neglected, abused or dependent children and their families in order to ensure the health, welfare and safety of children; keep children with their families by providing services which would safely maintain the children in the home; arrange substitute care in relatives' homes, shelter care, foster care, group homes and institutions when necessary; develop a permanency plan for children who are unable to return home; and effectively work with a team of professionals comprised of diverse backgrounds. In addition, Social Workers in this division perform safety and risk assessments; provide crisis intervention; make referrals for children and families; participate in processing children taken into custody pending juvenile court action; appear and present cases in court; write court reports and treatment/case plans; and serve as officers of the juvenile court, acting for and as directed by the court in all relationships with their clients.

Assignments on the Children and Family Services unit may include: Intake/Screening, Emergency Response, Adoption, Permanent Placement, Family Maintenance & Reunification, Aftercare, Licensing and Court Investigations. Emergency response has day shifts, after-hour shifts and weekend shifts.

The Human Services Agency is primarily seeking candidates who are available to work daytime shifts: Tuesday through Saturday for the Emergency Response Unit. Additionally, swing shift positions are available, including evening and overnight hours and regular daytime hours.

Ideal candidate will possess:

• Mastery of core Child Welfare Services competencies

• Knowledge of various techniques in interviewing, counseling, family engagement and problem solving

• Knowledge of trauma informed assessment and intervention

• Knowledge of ages and stages of child development

• Knowledge of the grief and loss cycle/process

• Knowledge of substance abuse treatment modalities

• Work experience in establishing rapport with clients and their families of diverse backgrounds

• The ability to successfully manage multiple, competing priorities

• The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

• Possession of a Master's degree in Social Work is highly desirable

• The ability to speak Spanish is preferred

Requires California Class C driver’s license or equivalent; and for the Level II position - one year of experience performing duties comparable to those of a Level I Children's Services Social Worker; and for the Level III position - two years of experience performing duties comparable to those of a II Level Children's Services Social Worker.

Final Filing Date: April 6, 2017

Apply online at http://jobs.smcgov.org.

Posted 3/30/17

Treating you better…for life.

Saint Peter's University Hospital was founded in 1907 and is a member of the Saint Peter's Healthcare System formed in 2007. Saint Peter's University Hospital is a Joint Commission accredited 478 bed acute care teaching hospital sponsored by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen.

Psychologist (Bilingual English-Spanish Required)

The Dorothy B. Hersh Child Protection Center

Full Time

Responsibilities include conducting psychological evaluations (including offender risk assessments) of children, adolescents, and their caretakers; clinical assessments; case consultation; crisis intervention counseling; and civil and criminal court testimony. Bilingual English-Spanish required. Doctorate in child clinical, developmental, school or pediatric psychology and NJ license or license eligible required. Experience in the area of assessment, child abuse (physical and/or sexual, as well as general maltreatment), treatment and consultation skills essential.

Please send your resume which MUST include salary requirements to: cgreif@saintpetersuh.com

Fax 732-220-8046

or apply online at:

www.saintpetershcs.com/CareerCenter

Saint Peter's University Hospital

254 Easton Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

EOE M/F/D/V

Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/hqqqqzkdqhkbx34m

PI97252022

Posted 3/29/17

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College/CUNY invites applicants for an Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor position. The Silberman School of Social Work (formerly Hunter College School of Social Work) has a national reputation as a leader in public urban education. Established in 1958, the School's mission is to prepare highly competent social work leaders to work in a variety of professional roles, settings, and communities in New York and other major urban centers in order to improve the lives of vulnerable and stigmatized people and the communities in which they live. The School is located in a state-of-the art building in the historic and vibrant New York City neighborhood of East Harlem. Our curriculum, scholarship, and agency partnerships reflect a commitment to recruiting and educating a diverse student body, and innovations in social policy and practice that values cultural complexity and social justice for New Yorkers, their neighborhoods, and its work force. The School has 45 full-time faculty, 1,026 MSW students, is in the final phase of CSWE accreditation for a BSW program, and in conjunction with The CUNY Graduate Center offers a Ph.D. in Social Welfare.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must have an earned doctorate in social work or a related field. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants who also have an MSW degree, at least two years of practice experience, and a clear trajectory of research and scholarship. Applicants demonstrating success in agency and community partnerships that provide opportunities for research and scholarship are encouraged to apply.

COMPENSATION

COMMENSURATE WITH ACADEMIC BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE

CUNY offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to its faculty, covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

HOW TO APPLY

Candidates must apply online for PVN # 16305 at http://www.cuny.edu/employment.html

Please provide a cover letter specifying primary area of scholarship, a record of funded research, teaching interests, a curriculum vitae, and the names of three references with your application. For CUNYFirst Instructions please go to

http://www.cuny.edu/employment/jobsysteminstructions.html

CLOSING DATE: UNTIL FILLED JOB SEARCH CATEGORY: Faculty

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Hunter College is an EO/AA/IRCA/ADA employer. Females, minority members, disabled persons and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Posted 3/9/17

Williams College Psychological Counseling Services (PCS) has two openings for licensed mental health clinicians to join a dynamic, interdisciplinary group of therapists who provide comprehensive mental health services to students in a rigorous liberal arts setting. This position is a full-time, 10-month academic year position, reporting to the Director of Psychological Counseling Services.

The PCS team is constituted by therapists using a variety of theoretical orientations, and integrates multiple psychotherapeutic modalities while focusing on enhanced multicultural practices across all efforts. PCS embraces a holistic model of student well being (heart, mind, body and spirit) and collaborates with Health Services, Chaplain's Office, Davis Center multicultural programming, Dean's Office, and colleagues from the VP of Campus Life Department to support the whole student. In addition to providing college-aged students with confidential mental health services, therapists offer groups, psychoeducational workshops and special events focused on cultivating student thriving and a culture of wellbeing on campus.

PCS therapists also serve as teaching faculty within the PCS Training Program, a multifaceted training program for post-graduate fellows, practicum students and interns from a variety of mental health disciplines. Staff work with trainees to explore creative and systemic opportunities for student support and practice integrating emerging evidence-based intervention methods (e.g. mindfulness practices). Together, the PCS team works to recognize, understand, and collaboratively meet the dynamic needs of Williams' diverse student population.

For the detailed job posting and/or to apply for this position, please visit http://staff-careers.williams.edu.

EOE/AA
 

Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/rpyc2nzqqy

PI97093399

Posted 3/8/17

Monday/Wednesday/Friday 8:30am-5pm and Tuesday/Thursday 11:30am-8pm

• Are you an LICSW/Psychologist looking to expand your skills by working in primary care?
• Do you enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults in a clinical model that is short-term, evidence-based and fast-paced?
• Do you want to provide services at the front line where patients first get their care as an integral member of the primary care team?

Providence Community Health Centers has exciting opportunities for experienced, Licensed Integrated Behavioral Health Clinicians (LICSWs/PsyDs/PhDs) to provide behavioral health services in an integrated, primary care setting.

The Providence Community Health Centers, Inc., (PCHC), largest network of community health centers in Rhode Island, has been a vital part of the community for almost 50 years. Our mission is to provide accessible, affordable, high quality, primary care to the residents of Providence and surrounding communities regardless of their ability to pay.

Position Summary:

The Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician (LICSW/PsyD/PhD) is embedded within the primary care clinic team. This person works directly with the team to assess individuals with behavioral health and /or substance abuse issues and to provide brief treatment services within the clinical setting for children and adults with chronic medical diseases.

Position Responsibilities:

• Participate in daily medical team huddles, medical staff meetings, multidisciplinary teams, and individual supervision sessions with the Director.
• Consult primary care providers to assist patients with psychosocial issues during clinic hours.
• Demonstrates thorough understanding of DSM IV-V as measured by diagnostic formulations brought to multidisciplinary team for review..
• Triage scheduled/immediate referrals from medical teams, providing brief treatment and/or referring to appropriate resources.
• Provide treatment interventions for mild to moderate mental health issues as well as crisis intervention.

Position Qualifications:

• Master’s or Doctorate in Social Work or Psychology from an accredited college/university.
• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Rhode Island (LICSW) or Psychologist (PsyD, PhD) and CPR certification required.
• Commitment to community health and diverse patient population required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred, but interpretation service is available.
• Previous EHR experience preferred (including ability to document medical record).
• Experience working in a medical setting is preferred, but training will be provided for those without.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office required.

Providence Community Health Centers provides a comprehensive Benefits Package and participates in National Health Scholar Student Loan Repayment as well as State-sponsored Student Loan Repayment.

For inquiries and to apply, please contact:

Christine Loesch

Contract Recruiter

Providence Community Health Centers, Inc

Email: cloesch@providencechc.org

Phone: 401-444-0400

Providence Community Health Centers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted 3/2/17

The Joint Commission is an independent, not-for-profit organization located in Oakbrook Terrace, IL. Founded in 1951, we evaluate and accredit more than 20,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States and are nationally recognized for our progressive achievements in the accreditation and certification process.

The Joint Commission has several openings for licensed clinical social workers and psychologists and certified professional counselors to survey health care organizations throughout the United States for our behavioral health care accreditation program. Experience in providing addiction services in an outpatient/residential setting is highly desirable.

These are ideal opportunities for individuals who are seeking part time work or full time work, who are either presently employed in the behavioral health care field or have recent experience in it.

A master's degree in appropriate discipline with experience in the behavioral health care field required. Current professional license in discipline required at time of hire and must be maintained throughout employment. Five years of experience working in various components of a hospital and health care system, including three years direct clinical experience in at least two different free standing Behavioral Health Care settings: Residential Treatment, Supportive Living/Transitional Living, Addictive Disorders, Methadone Treatment, Case Management, Intensive Outpatient/Partial Programs, Crisis Stabilization, Therapeutic Schools, Forensic/Corrections/Sex Offenders, Foster Care and traditional outpatient services, and two years senior management experience

The team players we seek to take on these highly visible, challenging roles will have strong interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills, expertise in interviewing, and PC proficiency. Ideal candidates will have experience in a culturally diverse work environment. All positions require extensive nationwide travel.

For a more detailed description of the above position and to apply, please visit our web site at http://www.jointcommission.org/careers.aspx

Posted 2/25/17

The Long Island FQHC (LIFQHC), a provider of health care services in Nassau County, is seeking a full-time Bilingual Spanish Licensed Social Workers. The LIFQHC has 5 Health Centers in Nassau County providing primary and preventative care in underserved areas. The LIFQHC is bringing a new kind of care to communities that need it most. Our goal is to see that every Long Islander has a "medical home" — a place where people they know provide the kind of primary and preventative care that safeguards the health of the whole family. Great care delivered by compassionate doctors and nurses available right in the neighborhood.

The Long Island FQHC offers a stable employment opportunity with a growing company and competitive

base compensation along with health, dental, and vision insurance, paid sick and personal time off, paid

vacations, 401-K with company match, paid holidays, employee discounts and much more.

The Bilingual Spanish Licensed Clinical Social Worker will be responsible for providing individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. They will also advise family care givers, providing patient education and counseling, and making referrals for other services.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducting  psychosocial assessments and develops and implements treatment plans
• Obtaining collateral information from patients, family members, outside treatment providers, schools, and other relevant team in the assessment of medical and behavioral health needs
• Providing therapeutic intervention to patients with behavioral health needs, including individual, family, and group psychotherapy, community work, crisis intervention, case management,  other treatment modalities
• Responding to referrals and collaborating with primary care providers
• Preparing psychosocial histories/reports and maintains treatment records, in accordance with clinical and regulatory guidelines
• Participating in agency Quality Assurance activities and case discussion meetings
• Providing task supervision and consultation to social work interns, other clinical trainees, and volunteers if needed
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work
• New York State License required, Clinical designation preferred
• LMSW Required, LCSW preferred
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Previous work experience in behavioral health or health setting preferred
• Ability to travel to other sites as needed

SALARY: Commensurate with experience

To Apply: Interested applicants can apply online at our website at www.lifqhc.com/career.html or send resume and letter of interest to Thiopia Ash, via email at tash@numc.edu.

Please visit our website at http://www.lifqhc.com for additional information.

Posted 2/22/17