Mental Health Clinician

Quality Healthcare Staffing is looking for Mental Health Clinicians to work in hospitals in New York.

Shift:

Hours Per Week - 40

Hours Per Day - 8

Days Per Week - 5

Vacancy:

6 

Remuneration:

Based on discussion

Qualification:

• Preference is given to those applicants with experience conducting both assessment and treatment with adults with behavioral problems, substance use histories, and severe mental illness.

• Preference will also be given to applicants with inpatient or related experience.

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field. New York State License in Social Work, License in Mental Health Counseling, or licensure in Psychology.

Responsibilities:

• Determines and coordinates the disposition of patients for the appropriate level of mental health care.

• Coordinates with Reentry Social Workers for appropriate discharge planning services Completes required statistical reports.

• Collaborates with the Department of Correction to ensure access to patients, proper housing, and treatment disposition.

• Coordinates patient care with other institutional programs.

• Develops and leads group treatment on mental health observation units and other units as assigned.

• Completes all required documentation.

• Participates in clinical supervision with Clinical Supervisor at least once a week.

• Participates in mental health and medical rounds as assigned.

• Participates in case conferences and treatment planning for patients receiving and being considered for mental health treatment.

• May conduct psychological testing as assigned.

• May supervise social work interns or student volunteers as assigned.

• Performs other duties as assigned by Unit Chief, Assistant Unit Chief, and Clinical Supervisor.

NEW YORK ONLY