FFS Childrens Clinic Level 3 - Clinic Services
Apply NowCompany: Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc.
Location: New Suffolk, NY 11956
Description:
Enjoy making a difference? Join the team at FREE, enriching the lives of others, one individual at a time.
Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc. (FREE) benefits and proudly supports more than 4,000 individuals with intellectual / developmental disabilities, mental illness and traumatic brain injury. It is the mission of FREE to support people of all abilities reach their full potential and thrive in their communities. FREE provides a diverse array of supports and services including: housing; recovery services; transition to work; employment; day, community and family services; respite; crisis services; education and after school support; specialty health services; and advocacy.
Job Title: FEE FOR SERVICE LICENSED CLINICIAN
Department: Community Services
Location: Oakdale, NY & possible satellite locations; Some travel required
Reports To: Program Director
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $20-$70
ORGANIZATION SUMMARY
Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc. (FREE) benefits and proudly supports more than 4,000 individuals with intellectual / developmental disabilities, mental illness and traumatic brain injury. It is the mission of FREE to support people of all abilities reach their full potential and thrive in their communities. FREE provides a diverse array of supports and services including: housing; recovery services; transition to work; employment; day, community and family services; respite; crisis services; education and after school support; specialty health services; and advocacy.
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Licensed Clinician is responsible for the clinical oversight of individuals diagnosed with a variety of mental health and/or substance abuse and/or behavioral conditions. The Licensed Clinician provides crisis intervention, direct support, medication monitoring and oversight, assistance with daily living skills, and any other assistance that individuals need while participating in services. The team member will assist in the development of the Initial Treatment Plans, Relapse Prevention Plans, and Support Plans. The Licensed Clinician will also run therapy groups on specific topics, provide individualized supportive counseling, attend interdisciplinary team meetings, and conduct assessments as needed or required.
DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs assessments to evaluate a variety of mental health and/or substance abuse and/or behavioral conditions to children, adolescents and adults on site or within satellite sites.
Develops individualized, prescriptive treatment plans to fit the needs of each client using appropriate diagnostic and patient placement criteria.
Conducts individual, family, and group counseling, utilizing methods consistent with evidence-based practice, using a brief, focal model of care when appropriate.
Utilizes outcome tools to determine patient progress.
Coordinates client care with primary care, other specialty providers, schools, and families via written and verbal communication.
Arranges for appropriate care within the FREE umbrella or through outside providers as prescribed in policies and procedures.
Ensures that each client's rights are protected and that they are provided with appropriate interventions based on ability to participate, cultural concerns, and diagnostic impression.
Participates in departmental activities such as clinical care conferences, integrated care
committees and risk meetings to ensure the highest quality of care is met.
Maintains progress notes and other documentation required so that the client medical record is
completed contemporaneously.
Advocates for the needs of the individuals in team discussions, communications with collateral
organizations, and other contacts.
Participates in the review of referral information when applicable, and case reviews as needed.
Ensures that all required documentation (paper and electronic) is completed /processed
appropriately, in a timely manner, and meets quality and compliance thresholds.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities of All FREE Employees
Always communicates in a respectful manner with all people including the people we support,
supervisors, other valued team members, and members of the community.
Complies fully with FREE's confidentiality policies by holding in strictest confidence all
information pertaining to members, residents, the people we support and their families, clients,
providers, contractors, and employees.
Meets all safety training requirements; adheres to all safety policies and reports any and all
unsafe conditions; takes measures to prevent accidents and/or eliminate conditions that pose a
safety or health risk.
Coordinates, supports, attends and participates in all required events/ meetings/ reviews/
committees, including ones outside of standard working hours.
Meets all job requirements and stays in compliance.
Adheres to FREE's standard of ethical behavior as outlined in the Employee Handbook and
Code of Conduct as well as applicable laws and regulations.
Please note the above duties, responsibilities, and essential functions are a non-exhaustive list, and
may be changed by FREE at any time, with or without notice to the employee.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
o Master's Degree in human services field required
Experience:
o At least 1 (one) year of experience working with individuals with behavioral health
diagnosis
Specialized Training, Licenses, Certifications:
o Licensure as either an LMSW, LCSW, or LMHC required
Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities:
o Computer literacy required
o Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with flexibility, keeping others
informed and anticipating needs is essential
o Must be efficient and well organized, and have excellent communication skills
o Critical thinking and sound judgment skills are necessary
Other Requirements:
o Valid Driver's License and satisfy criteria to be a driver for FREE
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This role is performed in-person. Some travel is required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Employee is required to sit, walk and stand for prolonged period of time (at least 8 hours).
Employee is required to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
Employee is required to operate standard office equipment such as computers, phones,
photocopiers, fax and filing cabinets.
Employee is required to reach with hands and arms.
Employee might be required to move and/or lift light items.
Notwithstanding the above listed physical requirements of this position, FREE will provide
reasonable accommodations to allow employees to perform the essential functions of the position,
provided such reasonable accommodations do not cause undue hardship on FREE.
The Pay Range for this job is $20-$70. This range is based on what FREE reasonably believes it
will pay an employee as for said position at the time of the posting. Individual compensation will
ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors, including, but not limited to, an
individual's experience, qualifications, services provided, geographic location, relevant skills, and
other factors permitted under federal, state, and local laws.
FREE is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected characteristic. In addition to federal law requirements, FREE complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in all of its locations. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Family Residences and Essential Enterprises' affirmative action efforts related to protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are set out and described in our affirmative action plan for protected veterans and individuals with a disability. If you have any questions or would like to view the affirmative action plan, please visit our website www.familyres.org
Other details
Apply Now
Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc. (FREE) benefits and proudly supports more than 4,000 individuals with intellectual / developmental disabilities, mental illness and traumatic brain injury. It is the mission of FREE to support people of all abilities reach their full potential and thrive in their communities. FREE provides a diverse array of supports and services including: housing; recovery services; transition to work; employment; day, community and family services; respite; crisis services; education and after school support; specialty health services; and advocacy.
Job Title: FEE FOR SERVICE LICENSED CLINICIAN
Department: Community Services
Location: Oakdale, NY & possible satellite locations; Some travel required
Reports To: Program Director
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $20-$70
ORGANIZATION SUMMARY
Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc. (FREE) benefits and proudly supports more than 4,000 individuals with intellectual / developmental disabilities, mental illness and traumatic brain injury. It is the mission of FREE to support people of all abilities reach their full potential and thrive in their communities. FREE provides a diverse array of supports and services including: housing; recovery services; transition to work; employment; day, community and family services; respite; crisis services; education and after school support; specialty health services; and advocacy.
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Licensed Clinician is responsible for the clinical oversight of individuals diagnosed with a variety of mental health and/or substance abuse and/or behavioral conditions. The Licensed Clinician provides crisis intervention, direct support, medication monitoring and oversight, assistance with daily living skills, and any other assistance that individuals need while participating in services. The team member will assist in the development of the Initial Treatment Plans, Relapse Prevention Plans, and Support Plans. The Licensed Clinician will also run therapy groups on specific topics, provide individualized supportive counseling, attend interdisciplinary team meetings, and conduct assessments as needed or required.
DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs assessments to evaluate a variety of mental health and/or substance abuse and/or behavioral conditions to children, adolescents and adults on site or within satellite sites.
Develops individualized, prescriptive treatment plans to fit the needs of each client using appropriate diagnostic and patient placement criteria.
Conducts individual, family, and group counseling, utilizing methods consistent with evidence-based practice, using a brief, focal model of care when appropriate.
Utilizes outcome tools to determine patient progress.
Coordinates client care with primary care, other specialty providers, schools, and families via written and verbal communication.
Arranges for appropriate care within the FREE umbrella or through outside providers as prescribed in policies and procedures.
Ensures that each client's rights are protected and that they are provided with appropriate interventions based on ability to participate, cultural concerns, and diagnostic impression.
Participates in departmental activities such as clinical care conferences, integrated care
committees and risk meetings to ensure the highest quality of care is met.
Maintains progress notes and other documentation required so that the client medical record is
completed contemporaneously.
Advocates for the needs of the individuals in team discussions, communications with collateral
organizations, and other contacts.
Participates in the review of referral information when applicable, and case reviews as needed.
Ensures that all required documentation (paper and electronic) is completed /processed
appropriately, in a timely manner, and meets quality and compliance thresholds.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities of All FREE Employees
Always communicates in a respectful manner with all people including the people we support,
supervisors, other valued team members, and members of the community.
Complies fully with FREE's confidentiality policies by holding in strictest confidence all
information pertaining to members, residents, the people we support and their families, clients,
providers, contractors, and employees.
Meets all safety training requirements; adheres to all safety policies and reports any and all
unsafe conditions; takes measures to prevent accidents and/or eliminate conditions that pose a
safety or health risk.
Coordinates, supports, attends and participates in all required events/ meetings/ reviews/
committees, including ones outside of standard working hours.
Meets all job requirements and stays in compliance.
Adheres to FREE's standard of ethical behavior as outlined in the Employee Handbook and
Code of Conduct as well as applicable laws and regulations.
Please note the above duties, responsibilities, and essential functions are a non-exhaustive list, and
may be changed by FREE at any time, with or without notice to the employee.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
o Master's Degree in human services field required
Experience:
o At least 1 (one) year of experience working with individuals with behavioral health
diagnosis
Specialized Training, Licenses, Certifications:
o Licensure as either an LMSW, LCSW, or LMHC required
Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities:
o Computer literacy required
o Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with flexibility, keeping others
informed and anticipating needs is essential
o Must be efficient and well organized, and have excellent communication skills
o Critical thinking and sound judgment skills are necessary
Other Requirements:
o Valid Driver's License and satisfy criteria to be a driver for FREE
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This role is performed in-person. Some travel is required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Employee is required to sit, walk and stand for prolonged period of time (at least 8 hours).
Employee is required to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
Employee is required to operate standard office equipment such as computers, phones,
photocopiers, fax and filing cabinets.
Employee is required to reach with hands and arms.
Employee might be required to move and/or lift light items.
Notwithstanding the above listed physical requirements of this position, FREE will provide
reasonable accommodations to allow employees to perform the essential functions of the position,
provided such reasonable accommodations do not cause undue hardship on FREE.
The Pay Range for this job is $20-$70. This range is based on what FREE reasonably believes it
will pay an employee as for said position at the time of the posting. Individual compensation will
ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors, including, but not limited to, an
individual's experience, qualifications, services provided, geographic location, relevant skills, and
other factors permitted under federal, state, and local laws.
FREE is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected characteristic. In addition to federal law requirements, FREE complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in all of its locations. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Family Residences and Essential Enterprises' affirmative action efforts related to protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are set out and described in our affirmative action plan for protected veterans and individuals with a disability. If you have any questions or would like to view the affirmative action plan, please visit our website www.familyres.org
Other details
- Job Family Licensed Clinician
- Pay Type Hourly
- Min Hiring Rate $20.00
- Max Hiring Rate $70.00
- Travel Required Yes
- Required Education Master's Degree
Apply Now