VNS Health
Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician
VNS Health, New York, New York, us, 10261
OverviewAre you a dynamic and experienced behavioral health professional looking to make a profound impact in the community? As a Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician with VNS Health's Shelter Act program, you'll play a pivotal role in providing supportive counseling, advocacy, education, and care management to individuals and families navigating mental illness. This position is ideal for a master's level licensed clinician who is passionate about delivering high-quality care while working as part of a supportive and collaborative team. This position is field-based. You will be working within an interdisciplinary team that will support you in your work. You will gain excellent field clinical exposure and understand a niche population.Clinical supervision is available.Join us in building on our 130-year history and become a part of the Future of Care that is strengthening communities with high-quality, integrated behavioral health programs.
Compensation:$63,800.00 - $79,800.00 AnnualWhat We ProvideAttractive sign-on bonus and referral bonus opportunitiesGenerous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidaysHealth insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and DisabilityEmployer-matched retirement saving fundsPersonal and financial wellness programsPre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent careGenerous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degreesOpportunities for professional growth and career advancementInternal mobility, CEU credits, and advancement opportunitiesInterdisciplinary network of colleagues through the VNS Health Social Services Community of ProfessionalsWhat You Will DoUtilizes approved assessments to identify clients/members needs and family needs; develops initial and ongoing clinical plan of care. Updates plan at specified intervals, and as needed based on changes in client/member condition or circumstances.Performs and maintains effective care management for assigned caseload of clients/members. Leads the care coordination for complex psychiatric clinical cases. Tracks and monitors progress; maintains detailed, accurate and timely progress notes and other documentation.Provides supportive counseling and/or supportive therapy as well as ongoing mental health services.Collaborates and refers to appropriate agencies as required. Addresses any client/member concerns to ensure satisfaction with overall services provided and uses motivational interviewing techniques to foster behavioral changes.Develops inventory of resources that meet the clients/members needs as identified in the assessment.Provides linkage, coordination with, referral to and follow-up with appropriate service providers and managed care plans. Facilitates periodic case record reviews and case conferences with all providers serving the clients/members.Provides information and assistance through advocacy and education to clients/members and family on availability and eligibility of entitlements and community services. Arranges transportation and accompanies clients/members to appointments as necessary.Assists clients/members and/or families in the development of a sustainable network of community-based supports, utilizing identified strengths and tools designed to prevent future participant crises and/or reduce the negative impact if a crisis does occur.Participates in initial and ongoing trainings as necessary to maintain and enhance clinical and professional skills.Maintains updated case records in program EMR. Maintains case records in accordance with program policies/procedures, VNS Health standards and regulatory requirements.Participates and consults with team supervisor in case conferences, staff meetings, utilization review and discharge planning meetings to determine if client/member requires an alternate level of care or is appropriate for discharge.Participates in 24/7 on-call coverage schedule and performs on-call duties, as required.Acts as liaison with other community agencies.Provides short term counseling (coping skills, trauma informed, decision making) and Risk Health Assessment/Safety Planning.Collects and reports data, as required while adhering to productivity standards.Leads and participates in "Network Meetings" with client, client/member's personal support network and other team members using the Open Dialogue Model.
QualificationsMaster's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Family Therapy or related degree.Minimum of two years of mental health work experience providing direct services to clients/members with Serious Mental Illness (SMI), developmental disabilities, substance use disorders and/or chronic medical conditions required.License and current registration to practice as a Mental Health Counselor, Family Therapist, Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker or related license in New York State.Valid NYS ID or NYS driver's license may be required as determined by operational needs.Effective oral/written/interpersonal communication skills required.Bilingual skills may be required as determined by operational needs.
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Compensation:$63,800.00 - $79,800.00 AnnualWhat We ProvideAttractive sign-on bonus and referral bonus opportunitiesGenerous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidaysHealth insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and DisabilityEmployer-matched retirement saving fundsPersonal and financial wellness programsPre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent careGenerous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degreesOpportunities for professional growth and career advancementInternal mobility, CEU credits, and advancement opportunitiesInterdisciplinary network of colleagues through the VNS Health Social Services Community of ProfessionalsWhat You Will DoUtilizes approved assessments to identify clients/members needs and family needs; develops initial and ongoing clinical plan of care. Updates plan at specified intervals, and as needed based on changes in client/member condition or circumstances.Performs and maintains effective care management for assigned caseload of clients/members. Leads the care coordination for complex psychiatric clinical cases. Tracks and monitors progress; maintains detailed, accurate and timely progress notes and other documentation.Provides supportive counseling and/or supportive therapy as well as ongoing mental health services.Collaborates and refers to appropriate agencies as required. Addresses any client/member concerns to ensure satisfaction with overall services provided and uses motivational interviewing techniques to foster behavioral changes.Develops inventory of resources that meet the clients/members needs as identified in the assessment.Provides linkage, coordination with, referral to and follow-up with appropriate service providers and managed care plans. Facilitates periodic case record reviews and case conferences with all providers serving the clients/members.Provides information and assistance through advocacy and education to clients/members and family on availability and eligibility of entitlements and community services. Arranges transportation and accompanies clients/members to appointments as necessary.Assists clients/members and/or families in the development of a sustainable network of community-based supports, utilizing identified strengths and tools designed to prevent future participant crises and/or reduce the negative impact if a crisis does occur.Participates in initial and ongoing trainings as necessary to maintain and enhance clinical and professional skills.Maintains updated case records in program EMR. Maintains case records in accordance with program policies/procedures, VNS Health standards and regulatory requirements.Participates and consults with team supervisor in case conferences, staff meetings, utilization review and discharge planning meetings to determine if client/member requires an alternate level of care or is appropriate for discharge.Participates in 24/7 on-call coverage schedule and performs on-call duties, as required.Acts as liaison with other community agencies.Provides short term counseling (coping skills, trauma informed, decision making) and Risk Health Assessment/Safety Planning.Collects and reports data, as required while adhering to productivity standards.Leads and participates in "Network Meetings" with client, client/member's personal support network and other team members using the Open Dialogue Model.
QualificationsMaster's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Family Therapy or related degree.Minimum of two years of mental health work experience providing direct services to clients/members with Serious Mental Illness (SMI), developmental disabilities, substance use disorders and/or chronic medical conditions required.License and current registration to practice as a Mental Health Counselor, Family Therapist, Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker or related license in New York State.Valid NYS ID or NYS driver's license may be required as determined by operational needs.Effective oral/written/interpersonal communication skills required.Bilingual skills may be required as determined by operational needs.
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