Job details
Job type part-time
Full job description
Position description
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Title: *clinician, jobs plus
Flsa-classification: non-exempt
Reports to: assistant director
Location: 201 stAnns ave, bronx, ny
Program: jobs plus
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Organization summary*
East side house, founded in 1891, is a 501(c) (3) organization that has served the south bronx since 1963The organization is dedicated to the community and focused on providing resources and opportunitiesEast side house has identified that education is the foundation for economic improvement and through its youth education and technology programs, it teaches skills to allow its students and clients to become more self-sufficient and independentAs a community resource, the organization also provides services to families and a growing senior populationIn 2020 the organization began food distribution as an additional way to provide economic support to the community we serve.
Jobs-plus is a proven, place-based employment program designed to increase the earnings and employment of working-age residents in designated public housing developments or a cluster of developmentsJobs plus is operated by east side house settlement and is based in the mott haven neighborhood of the south bronxIt offers workforce development, financial empowerment services, and community building programming to over 3000 residentsWith a recent 3-year contract renewal, jobs plus is looking to expand to two neighboring developments at mitchel and mott haven houses, and the services provided to residents since 2013This expansion will include a heightened focus on training and education as well as career advancement services.
Under the supervision of the assistant director, the part-time clinician (.5 fte) responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to:
Essential function
Duties and responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to the following:
Complete initial needs assessment with participant/family.
Build relationships with participating clients through consistent individual/group counseling sessions or mediations.
Develop a plan for interventions and will include, but not be limited to, gathering information from program leaders, staff, and members.
Use validated tools to screen consenting members for mental health symptoms and re-screen members at appropriate intervals (which will vary, based on population needs and the interventions selected) to identify changes in symptoms and adjust clinical services.
For psychoeducation, facilitate one-on-one sessions and/or group sessions, based on the evidence-based intervention selected.
Provide clinical counseling services for jobs-plus members, on-site at the jobs-plus program at least 2-3 days a weekOn-site services would be delivered in a manner that ensures privacy and confidentiality for those receiving services.
Provide community referrals for participants and families as neededFollow up on referrals to determine outcomes and help resolve barriersProvide linkage between participant/family and community resources.
Provide clinical counseling and connections to additional treatment as neededConduct home visits when needed.
Make recommendations related to methods to promote engagement to increase program participation.
Ability to maintain a hipaa-compliant professional work environment.
Develops and maintains positive relationships with residents and their families and aids when needed.
Completes appropriate paperwork and recommends improvements and more efficient ways of operating the department.
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Other duties*
Please note this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this jobDuties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Competencies
Teamwork orientation
Communication proficiency
Customer/client focus
Time management/ability to meet deadlines/arrive to work on time
Organization of records, emails, and documents.
Expected work schedule
This is a part-time position, working 3 days a week and up to 20 hours per weekThe program operates monday friday, 9:00 am- 5:00 pm with flexibilityWorkdays/hours are subject to change based on eshs needs.
Remote work
Esh has determined that up to zero (0%) of this position can be remote due to covid-19Subject to change as public health conditions evolve.
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Supervisory responsibility*
This role does not supervise employees.
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Work environment*
Business casualThis job operates in an office environmentThis role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
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Travel*
Minimal expected for this position.
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Physical demands*
The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to successfully perform this job`s essential functionsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hearThis role is generally a sedentary role; however, some sorting/filing is requiredRequirements include the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessaryReasonable accommodations that allow a candidate to meet the requirements of the position will be considered.
Please visit our website: www.eastsidehouse.org
We are an equal opportunity employer
Aap/eeo statement
Esh encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to applyApplicants and employees will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identityEeo/aa/vet/disability employer.
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Required education & experience*
Must have extensive knowledge of family systems, family therapy, and behavioral interventions should have at least five (5) years of clinical practice experience services.
Must be a licensed clinical social worker (lcsw), licensed master social worker (lmsw), licensed mental health counselor (lmhc), licensed marriage and family therapist (lmft), or licensed creative arts therapist (lcat) or a licensed psychoanalyst.
Ability to work independently, prioritize, think critically, problem-solve and self-motivate
Ability to work in a team environment collaborating effectively, efficiently, and respectfully
Must possess a positive attitude, be highly articulate and professional
Strong computer and software application skills.
Strong presentation skills and ability to represent the organization in dialogues with other agencies and community meetings.
Excellent skills in verbal and written communication.
Demonstrated knowledge of community service/development.
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Required clearances*
Covid vaccine as a recipient of federal, state, and local funds, all staff are expected to be fully vaccinated or able to obtain vaccination before their start date
Location: 201 saint anns avenue, bronx, ny 10454
Job type: part-time
Work location: multiple locations
