What are the responsibilities and job description for the MMH EMS Clinician position at Access-Supports for Living?
Location: Kingston, NY
Hours: M-F 930 am to 6 pm
Rate: $75,000
Must hold NYS Licensure (LMSW, LMHC, LCSW, LMFT)
EMS/MMH Clinician is based out of the Kingston Fire Dept. (KFD) and will be present in the ambulance when responding to calls that are of a mental health concern. MMH will have a physical presence at KFD Monday-Friday from the hours of 10am-6pm.
We are currently seeking a Mobile Mental Health Clinician to join our dynamic team. This position requires a Master’s degree, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Clinician, and 1–3 years minimum experience. We are looking for a professional staff member qualified to perform duties within the Mobile Mental Health Team to support Ulster County hospital ER discharges and in the Ulster County community by implementing safety plans and follow-up support until linkage to outpatient services is in place.
Job Description:
In this role you will:
-Clinicians are required to be skilled in the clinical triage and assessment of all emergency, urgent, and routine calls
-Knowledgeable about all Ulster County resources with particular knowledge of the services of the Agency
-Be able to assess needs of each individual served and intervene as appropriate to the situation
-Be able to coordinate outreach services, service planning, follow-up support and administrative back up as needed and clinically appropriate
-Work in compliance with MMHT, agency and regulatory procedural guidelines
-Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess:
-Master’s Degree and NYS Licensure LMSW, LCSW, LMHC or LMFT
-1 to 3 years’ experience preferably with individuals with mental health diagnosis
-Strong verbal and written communication skills
-Flexibility with hours as may require some evenings and weekends
-Bilingual English and Spanish speaking a plus
Access offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage; an array of voluntary benefits (term life, whole life, identity theft protection and pet insurance); Healthcare and Daycare Flexible Spending Accounts; employer paid Short Term Disability, LTD and AD&D; a matching 403(b) retirement plan, generous paid time off, paid holidays, accelerated holiday pay and tuition assistance.
ALL POSITIONS ARE SUBJECT TO A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND, FINGERPRINTING AND MOTOR VEHICLE REPORT CHECK.
The Agency is a smoke free workplace and offers smoke free campuses for our employees, visitors, clients, and interns.
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Salary : $75,000
