Mental Health Clinician - Mental Health Services

• Provide mental health psychotherapeutic services in the senior center satellite clinics. These services include providing intake assessments, and ongoing individual, family, and group treatment. Engagement activities include informal discussions as well as group engagement.
• Complete all forms, such as intake documentation, treatment plans, progress notes and DFTA required documentation, within the required timeframe.
• Participate in case conference meetings and clinical supervision.
• Be placed in designated older adult centers up to 4 days a week to provide clinical services and engagement sessions; Perform mental health, substance abuse and psycho-social screenings; referrals and linkages to additional services when indicated.
• Provide education and guidance to older adult center staff when indicated.
• Assist older adult center staff with crisis management and planning for center members and their families as indicated.
• Collaborate with other agencies and organizations working to address the mental health needs of older adults in the community.

• Master Level Social Worker (LMSW); LCSW preferred.
• Ability to communicate well, verbally and in writing in English.
• Interest and competence in working with older adults.

• Flexibility in working in a hybrid model.
• Regular supervision provided.
• We offer free CEU courses for licensed social workers.
• Staff members at Commonpoint are eligible for free pool and gym membership.
• Discounted child care and camp programs for children of staff.
• Excellent benefit package.

Commonpoint is a community centric nonprofit, serving diverse audiences through every chapter of life, across the five boroughs and beyond. We offer a rich range of services through our vast network of professionals, social workers, and volunteers, giving people the tools and resources to connect and grow.At every stage and every age, regardless of disability or ability, people can look to Commonpoint to find care during a crisis, access opportunities to grow, and deepen their sense of connection to those around them. From summer camps and job training to food pantries and private pool clubs, Commonpoint is by your side. We are proud of our clients, partners, and team members who lift each other up, building relationships for a lifetime. Because being a part of Commonpoint is investing in a community where everyone is invited and welcome.