What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counseling Services Coordinator position at Pride Center of Staten Island?
Job Description: Counseling/Behavioral Health Services Coordinator
THE POSITION:
Reporting to the Behavioral Health Services Manager, the employee will provide support services that aim to empower members of the LGBTQIA community. The Behavioral Health Services Coordinator, Transgender/Gender Expansive Specialist will maintain an individual case load of LGBTQIA clients, facilitate group therapy cohorts, and assist with facilitating weekly support groups that are currently provided by the Behavioral Health Services Program. The employee will also provide briefcase management services to clients that require additional services.
This is a full-time non-exempt position (40 hrs/week).
SALARY RANGE:
The salary range associated with this position is $50,000 - $55,000/year, commensurate with qualifications.
PRIMARY RESPONISBILITES:
- Maintain a case load of 15 LGBTQ clients and maintain ongoing contact with those served.
- Plan, execute, and facilitate recurring group therapy cohorts on as-needed basis
- Maintain clear, concise, and timely documentation
- In collaboration with the Behavioral Health Services Manager, provide ongoing counseling services and case management services for issues including mental health, substance use, housing, savings, health benefits, employment and education. Case management includes referrals for ancillary services, monitoring service utilization, case conferencing with internal and external providers, and follow-up.
- Maintain and update a database of local and regional referral resources and serve as a liaison to community partners.
- Facilitate referrals for community members with long-term or specialized needs and assist community members in understanding and accessing insurance benefits.
- Follow-up with services suggested and track referrals to ensure quality of care.
- Attend weekly supervision, case consultation meetings, and monthly staff meetings as assigned.
- Provide support to Pride Center programs and events as needed.
- QUALIFICATIONS:
- Comprehensive Knowledge of the transgender, gender expansive, and LGBTQ community’s political/civil, health, and social needs.
- A strong commitment to the Pride Center of Staten Island’s mission, values, and goals.
- Masters degree or higher in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) will be an asset.
- Demonstrated ability to provide counseling and case management to clients will be considered required.
- Experience working with a diverse population, including ethnic, cultural, and sexual minorities with a welcoming, affirming, and harm-reduction approach.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- DETAILS:
- Location: Pride Center of Staten Island, 66 Willow Avenue, Suite 202, Staten Island, NY 10305.
- This is an in-person position.
- Please note that the Pride Center sometimes operates on a hybrid in-person/remote basis.
- Work Schedule: Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10 AM – 6 PM, Thursdays 12 PM- 8 PM, and Fridays and Saturdays 10 AM – 6 PM.
- Work schedules may change depending on the needs of the Pride Center of Staten Island.
- Competitive Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- 403b
- APPLICATION PROCESS:
- Applicants must submit a cover letter and a resume by email to nrobinson@pridecentersi.org or by mail to Pride Center of Staten Island, 66 Willow Avenue, Suite 202, Staten Island, NY 10305.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Psychiatry
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $55,000