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New York City Health + Hospitals Correctional Health Services Mental Health Counselor L II, Correctional Health Services JO 111219 in EAST ELMHURST, New York

Position Overview:Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and the Mental Health Unit Chief on Rikers Island, the MHC will provide quality mental health care to incarcerated individuals who need and/or want services. This position is responsible for providing assessment and counseling services to inmates.Schedule: (Fri, 4p-12a, Sat, Sun, 8a-12a), Various LocationsResponsibilities Include:    Conducts mental health evaluations, crisis intervention, assessments, and follow-up care.    Determines and coordinates disposition of patients for 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.    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/or Clinical Supervisor. Department Preferences:    Masters degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field.    New York State License in Social Work, License in Mental Health Counseling, or licensure in Psychology.    A valid license with 2-5 years of full time, paid, professional experience providing direct patient care in a behavioral health setting    Preference given to those applicants with experience conducting both assessment and treatment with individuals with behavioral problems, substance use histories and severe mental illness. Preference will be given to applicants with inpatient or related experience.Minimum QualificationAssignment Level I 1. A valid License or Limited Permit issued by the New York State Education Department to practice as a Mental Health Counselor. Assignment Level II 1. A valid License issued by the New York State Education Department to practice as a Mental Health Counselor; a

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