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Licensed Clinical ACT Family Specialist

Greater Mental Health of New York
White Plains, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/2/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Title : Licensed Family Specialist

Reports To : Team Leader

Program : Adult Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)

Location : White Plains / Mobile / Hybrid

Hours Per Week : 35

Join our Team! Join us at Greater Mental Health of New York, where our mission is to promote mental wellness through advocacy, community education, and direct services. We empower individuals and families on their unique journeys to recovery, honoring their rights to self-determination, choice, and collaboration. With evidence-based practices and a focus on trauma-responsive care, our dedicated team provides comprehensive services to thousands and fosters independence and resilience within our community. If you're passionate about making a difference in mental health and creating brighter futures for individuals and families throughout the Lower Hudson Valley region, apply today!

Summary Description : We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Licensed Family Specialist in our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program. The ACT team provides non-traditional community-based mental health treatment to promote the recovery and community integration of 68 adults with serious mental illnesses and co-occurring substance use disorders. The specialist delivers routine treatment services, integrates family goals and services, and provides family psycho-education. The Family Specialist supports consumers to achieve wellness, recovery, and positive relationships in the community, utilizing evidence-based practices and a trauma-informed and person-centered approach.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of psychiatric history, mental status, diagnosis, physical and dental health, substance use, education, employment, social development, functioning, daily living activities, and family relationships.
  • Address housing, income support, education, vocational training, social supports, employment, and primary care needs.
  • Involve families and social supports in the consumer’s treatment with the team.
  • Provide engagement, problem-solving, wellness self-management, medication support, family support and treatment, individual mental health, relapse prevention, harm reduction, and substance use counseling.
  • Provide 24-hour crisis intervention on a rotating basis.
  • Deliver 80 percent of treatment contacts in the community.
  • Document client progress according to established methods and procedures.
  • Participate in daily morning team meetings and treatment planning review meetings.
  • Follow ACT policies & procedures, agency policies, and maintain professional standards.
  • Use client data for clinical decision-making, quality improvement, and tracking progress.
  • Commitment to cultural competency, diversity, and inclusion.
  • Share client data with clients to facilitate shared decision-making.
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements :

  • Active LMHC, LMSW, or LCSW with a Master’s degree in the Human Services field; limited permit holders considered.
  • Experience using culturally competent treatment approaches.
  • Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
  • Basic computer knowledge.
  • Reliability, ability to work independently, and maintain confidentiality.
  • Must maintain a valid Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record.
  • Must maintain pre-employment clearances by applicable regulatory clearances as required.
  • Special Considerations :

  • This is a mobile, community-based position
  • Employee Classification : Full-time

    Greater Mental Health Benefits!

  • Salary Range : $57,000,- $85,000, based on departmental budget, qualifications, experience, education, and licenses. This range represents the agency’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
  • Flexible Work Arrangements : Subject to business needs, including hybrid options.
  • Paid Time Off : 25 days of PTO, 12 sick days, and 11 company-paid holidays per year (prorated for part-time staff).
  • Health Benefits : Medical, dental, and vision plans for staff working 30 hours.
  • Retirement : 403B plan with discretionary employer contributions after 1 year.
  • Professional Development : Opportunities for advancement, training programs, and support for certifications and continuing education.
  • Additional Perks : Free EAP services and employee discounts (hotels, movie tickets, theme parks, electronics, and more!)
  • Greater Mental Health of New York is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Greater Mental Health of New York is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact to the Human Resources Department you may contact us via telephone at 914-345-5900.

    Salary : $57,000 - $85,000

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