What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Clinician - Substance Use & Co-Occurring Disorders position at WESTCHESTER JEWISH COMMUNITY SERVICES?
Overview:
Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is an award-winning, nonprofit, nonsectarian human services organization founded in 1943. Today, WJCS is the largest provider of licensed outpatient community behavioral health services and one of the largest human service agencies in Westchester County. Through innovative programs, compassionate care, and a commitment to excellence, we serve more than 20,000 individuals of all ages and backgrounds each year.
WJCS is seeking a Bilingual Clinician a join our Substance Use & Co-Occurring Disorders Treatment Programs team. In this role, you will provide integrated, evidence-based assessment and treatment services for individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders within a New York State OASAS outpatient clinic operating under the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) model.
Salary Range: $65,000–$85,000 annually, based on licensure.
Responsibilities:
As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Provide person-centered individual, family, and group counseling services.
- Deliver integrated substance use and co-occurring disorder treatment using evidence-based practices.
- Provide Encompass services, including support for Concerned Significant Others (CSOs) utilizing Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT) and Invitation to Change (ITC) approaches.
- Complete comprehensive assessments, treatment plans, safety plans, and ongoing clinical documentation in accordance with agency, OASAS, and CCBHC standards.
- Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation within the electronic health record.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate integrated, whole-person care.
- Coordinate care with community providers and referral sources to support continuity of care.
- Meet established productivity and performance expectations.
- Provide evening clinic coverage, as needed, generally up to two evenings per week until 7:00 p.m.
Requirements:
We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications:
- Masters Degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling from an accredited school.
- CASAC-T/CASAC credentialing
- New York State licensure as an LMSW, LMHC, or LCSW); LCSW or LMHC strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of evidence-based practices for the treatment of substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.
- Experience working in substance use treatment, community mental health, integrated behavioral health, and/or with children and adolescents preferred.
- Familiarity with Motivational Interviewing (MI), trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and person-centered approaches to treatment.
- Experience delivering integrated care within an outpatient behavioral health or Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) setting preferred.
- Interest or experience in working with Concerned Significant Others (CSOs) utilizing Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT) and Invitation to Change (ITC) approaches preferred.
- Strong assessment, communication, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish).
- Proficiency with computer skills and electronic health records.
What WJCS has to offer you:
In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package, including:
- Generous paid time off
- Comprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- 403(b) Plan and an Agency-Paid Pension Plan
- Ongoing Professional Development and Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursements
- Disability and life insurance
- Staff appreciation events and employee mental health and wellness initiatives
WJCS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Salary : $65,000 - $85,000