What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Coordinator - MCRT position at WESTCHESTER JEWISH COMMUNITY SERVICES?
Are you a dedicated mental health professional looking to make a meaningful impact? We are seeking a full-time Clinical Coordinator to join our Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) and help bridge the gap between mental health services and law enforcement. Our mission is to provide mental health safety assessments, risk evaluations, and referrals for individuals who connect with the police, but would be better served by mental health professionals.
Under the general supervision of the MCRT Director, the MCRT Clinical Coordinator will supervise 2-3 staff, complete staffing schedules and cover the program in the Director’s absence. The Clinical Coordinator will also fulfill the role of MCRT Clinician, providing mental health services to persons in the community before, during or after crisis, as referred by catchment area Police Departments (PD’s), the Crisis Network Team (CNT) or the Department of Community Mental Health (DCMH).
The salary range is $75,000-$80,000.
Responsibilities:
As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Maintain and update staffing schedules in collaboration with team and Director.
- Supervise 2-3 MCRT staff members.
- Cover program responsibilities in the Director’s absence, and be available for on-call duties as needed. Cover 2-3 holidays per year.
- Conduct safety and risk assessments, developing immediate intervention plans with the client(s) in compliance with OMH regulations.
- Follow-up with clients as determined by need, for a period of 2 – 4 weeks, providing short-term interventions in various modalities, including individual, and family/caregiver.
- Document clinical interactions in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Maintain necessary patient-related contacts with other agencies and resources (courts, schools, etc.), including written material, telephone and in-person contacts.
- Follow-up visits and calls/video session as determined by client need, for 2 - 4 weeks, with the aim to stabilize the client by linking them to needed services for which they have been referred.
- Professionally represent the agency at community meetings and trainings.
- Consult and collaborate with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Requirements:
We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications:
- Masters Degree in Social Work or related field from an accredited school.
- Possession of New York State licensure (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC) is mandatory.
- Experience in mental health crisis intervention and risk assessment a plus.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
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
- Disability and life insurance
Why join Westchester Jewish Community Services:
Founded in 1943, WJCS provides a vast range of supportive community services each year to 20,000 people of all ages and backgrounds. Across every division, WJCS employees are connected by their shared values and commitment to helping those in need.
We are dedicated to ensuring dignity and respect for all employees in an environment that values diversity, experience, and merit. We are committed to racial justice and equal opportunity, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, class, ability, sexual orientation, and gender identity differences—for employment, professional development, and advancement for qualified individuals.
WJCS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Salary : $75,000 - $80,000