Mental Health Clinician

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is comprised of nearly 3,000 physicians and healthcare professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals (H+H), the largest public health system in the United States. Our practitioners are highly skilled professionals with outstanding credentials who deliver the highest level of quality healthcare to patients throughout New York City. EOE M/F/D/V

Besides providing administrative and human resources services, PAGNY also fosters an environment in its partner hospitals that allows healthcare professionals to identify and implement best practices across institutions; promote training, academic, and research opportunities; develop multidisciplinary integrated clinical service lines; build new systems of care; and address the impact of anticipated major changes in the nation's healthcare system.

With approximately 65,000 admissions per year and 10,000 average daily population, the NYC jail system is among the largest in the nation. The Division of Correctional Health Services (CHS) of New York City Health + Hospitals (H+H) is responsible for the delivery of medical care, mental health care, and discharge planning in the jail system. Approximately 25% of new admissions per year to the NYC jail system will receive care on the mental health service. This service strives to provide safe, holistic and evidence-based therapeutic interventions for the diverse range of mental health issues that face the population, from serious mental illness to the natural struggles that accompany incarceration. The service provides some of the most comprehensive and unique treatment modalities in the country, including specialty housing units for individuals with serious mental illness, a 24-hour on-call psychiatric service, robust creative arts programming, a strong DBT training proram, clinics in each of the facilities, substance use treatment, integrated re-entry services, and relationships with multiple training institutions throughout the city.

Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and the Mental Health Unit Chief, this position is responsible for providing assessment and counseling services to inmates.

1. Conducts initial mental health evaluations, treatment plans, follow-up care and crisis intervention.
2. Determines and coordinates disposition of patients for appropriate level of mental health care.
3. Coordinates with Reentry Social Workers for appropriate discharge planning services.
4. Completes required statistical reports.
5. Collaborates with the Department of Correction to ensure access to patients, proper housing, and treatment disposition.
6. Coordinates patient care with other institutional programs.
7. Develops and leads group treatment.
8. Completes all required documentation.
9. Participates in clinical supervision with Clinical Supervisor at least once a week.
10. Participates in mental health and medical rounds as assigned.
11. Participates in case conferences and treatment planning for patients receiving and being considered for mental health treatment.
12. May conduct psychological testing as assigned.
13. May supervise social work interns or student volunteers as assigned.
14. Performs other duties as assigned by Unit Chief, Assistant Unit Chief, and Clinical Supervisor.

Must have:

1. Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
2. New York State License in Social Work, License in Mental Health Counseling, or licensure in Psychology.

Preference given to those applicants with experience conducting both assessment and treatment with adults with behavioral problems and substance use histories. Preference will also be given to applicants with experience working in reentry programs.

This position will require a background check, security clearance and/or drug screening. PAGNY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, Vietnam era veteran, or disabled Veteran status.

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