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Fellowships
Position: Post-Master’s Social Work Fellowship (Two-Year Program)
Location: Yale Child Study Center, New Haven, CT
Organization: Yale School of Medicine – Child Study Center
Description:
The Yale Child Study Center (YCSC) offers a two-year post-master’s fellowship providing advanced training for social workers dedicated to delivering excellent clinical interventions with children, youth, and families. The program also prepares fellows to become future leaders in the field of clinical social work.
Grounded in YCSC’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, the fellowship trains social workers to engage in clinical practice that ensures fair treatment, opportunities, and rights for all people.
Fellows participate in both multidisciplinary and discipline-specific training, including didactics, intensive supervision, and direct practice. In the second year, each fellow engages in an elective project or specialization tailored to their interests and career goals, with opportunities across YCSC, the Yale-New Haven Hospital system, and community partners.
Tracks:
Outpatient Psychiatric Clinic (OPC): Provides individual, parent, and family therapies using modalities such as CBT, trauma-focused CBT, parent management training, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and play therapy. Fellows carry approximately 16 outpatient cases and participate in clinic-based multidisciplinary teams.
Intensive In-Home Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Services (IICAPS): A home-based model utilizing attachment theory, reflective functioning, family systems, and mentalization. Fellows provide intensive family and individual treatment for children and adolescents managing trauma, psychiatric hospitalization, and community challenges. Caseloads are carried in collaboration with licensed faculty and multidisciplinary teams.
Supervision & Licensure:
Each fellow is supervised by senior licensed clinical social workers at YCSC. Over two years, fellows accrue the clinical and supervision hours necessary to meet Connecticut state licensing requirements, with reciprocity possible in other states depending on local regulations.
Application Instructions:
Apply online by January 5
Contact: anne.santello@yale.edu
Program Location:
Yale Child Study Center
230 South Frontage Rd.
New Haven, CT 06520
Description
Postdoctoral Fellowship Program at UDP provides extensive supervision in a holistic private practice setting and offers the opportunity to deepen clinical expertise in one or more of the following areas: trauma, personality disorders, LGBTQ+, child/adolescent, and couples and family work. We offer individual and group supervision, with the opportunity to work with different clinicians within our practice. In addition to clinical training, fellows will learn the inner workings of a private practice, such as establishing a referral network and dealing with billing and insurance issues. Fellows will have an opportunity to accrue clinical hours towards licensure and upon completion of the fellowship, will have the option to carry patients into their own practice. Didactics will be made available based on the interests and needs of our fellows.
What fellowship offers:
- Robust supervision in a holistic private-practice setting
- Individual + group supervision with opportunities to learn from multiple clinicians
- Focused clinical depth in one or more areas: trauma, personality disorders, LGBTQ+, child/adolescent couples & family
- Real-world private practice training
- Referrals, billing/insurance, scheduling systems, documentation
- Licensure support
- Opportunity to accrue supervised hours; option to carry patients into your own practice after
completion - Didactics tailored to fellows’ interests and needs
Requirements
- PhD or PsyD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology; eligible for NYS limited permit by fellowship start
- Strong interest in psychodynamic psychotherapy with adults, adolescents, and children
- Experience with diverse populations across presenting problems, multicultural issues, and
sexuality/gender - Ability to work independently and manage admin (scheduling, progress notes, treatment plans).
- Time commitment: minimum 18 months (full-time) or 2 years (part-time)
How to Apply
- Submit one email with: brief letter of interest, CV, and 3 references
- Subject line: Postdoctoral Fellowship
- Email: clinicalteam@uptowndown.nyc
- Indicate full-time or part-time and whether you’re seeking
an immediate start or applying for 2026–2027 - Rolling review for immediate openings and the
2026–2027 cohort
Jobs
Description
Phillips Academy Andover seeks a compassionate, experienced, and community-oriented leader to serve as its next Director of Counseling and Psychological Services. The Director will provide exceptional care and support to students, promoting their emotional, social, and psychological well-being within a diverse and inclusive residential community.
Leading a talented team of clinicians, the Director will oversee the delivery of counseling and mental health services, advancing an integrated model of care that empowers students to thrive—academically, socially, and personally. This is a pivotal opportunity to shape the future of student well-being at one of the nation’s most distinguished boarding schools.
Responsibilities:
- Define a vision and model for mental health services including education, mental health
counseling, outreach, and emergency response for the academic year and for summer programs. - Maintain contemporary knowledge of the literature, research, and trends within adolescent
mental health and initiate innovative methods to ensure that students receive high-quality
services as needs change. - Define appropriate scope of practice for counseling and psychological services at a residential high
school. - Ensure intervention, programming, and continuing support for students in the areas of mental
health, crisis management, medical leaves, re-admission, counseling, and referrals. - Ensure that the development and delivery of programs and services meet the needs of a diverse
student population. - In partnership with the Dean of Health and Wellness/Chief Medical Officer, ensure design and
delivery of a high quality, integrated approach to student wellness. - In partnership with the Dean of Students, ensure that appropriate training and resources are
available to the residential program. - In collaboration with the Dean of Faculty, identify and plan professional development
opportunities for faculty and staff. - Manages counselor caseloads and coordinates the on-call counselor schedule within the Health
Center. - Plans and oversees the weekly meetings of mental health counselors.
- Coordinates communication with all members of the Sykes wellness team in collaboration with the Dean of Health and Wellness/Chief Medical Officer.
- Meet one-on-one or in groups with students in need on a short-term basis to provide appropriate therapeutic support. Helping students develop coping strategies, resiliency, and communication skills.
- Serve as member of Student Program Review Committee (SPRC) which considers modifications to individual student academic and/or program commitments.
- Make recommendations to the Dean of Health and Wellness/Medical Director and the Dean of Students regarding care for students.
- Serve as member of the Student Response Team which considers the Essential Elements of Student Life to guide decisions around student support, student leaves, and student returns.
- Ensure intervention, programming, and continuing support for students in the areas of mental health, crisis management, student leaves, counseling, and referrals.
- Serve on other committees as appropriate.
- Develop collaborative relationships with community partners to provide expanded capacity for delivering student mental health services.
- Coordinate and plan mental health counselor on-call schedule. The Director is part of the on-call schedule, including summer session.
Clinical Supervision & Management:
- Recruit, supervise, and evaluate mental health counselors during the academic year and during summer programs.
- Provide clinical consultation and supervision to mental health counselors.
- Coordinate with the Dean of Health and Wellness/Chief Medical Officer to integrate the services of the consulting psychiatrist.
- Ensure high quality training and professional development of counseling staff including cultural competency training and continuing education to maintain licensure and stay current in the field of adolescent mental health.
- Coordinate crisis intervention response processes and systems for counseling, including providing clinical back-up and supervision for on-call counselors.
- Serve as primary communicator with families regarding incoming and returning students’ mental health care.
- Ensure appropriate compliance with ethical guidelines, legal requirements, accreditation standards, and Academy rules and protocols.
- Oversee the counseling & psychological services department and its partnerships across campus to provide a range of services and programs that support and enhance students’ personal and academic success.
- Develop and administer annual budget.
Required Qualifications & Characteristics:
- Advanced degree in counseling, clinical psychology, or social work.
- Current independent clinical licensure as a mental health clinician in the state of Massachusetts, or licensure in the state of Massachusetts at the start of appointment.
- Knowledge of current trends and best practices in adolescent and secondary school mental health services.
- At least 5 years of experience working as a clinician with adolescents.
- Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills and ability to present effectively to groups.
Preferred Qualifications & Characteristics:
- At least 5 years of experience working in a residential setting.
- At least 5 years of experience providing clinical supervision and assessment of clinical services and staff in a mental health setting.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and strong cultural competency skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with medical staff and other faculty and administrators at the Academy.
- Demonstrated ability to build strong teams.
- Track record of managing and leading in a complex organization.
Application:
Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. Inquiries, nominations, referrals, and CVs with cover letters should be sent via the Isaacson, Miller website for the search
Katie Rockman, Partner
Ivan Ceballos, Managing Associate
Maria Connor, Managing Search Coordinator
Description
The Protective Services Worker is responsible for managing an independent caseload and is assigned mental health (LPS) conservatorship investigations and providing a broad range of clinical/advocacy services to temporary/permanent conservatees and collateral contact with a multidisciplinary team. In general, an average caseload is approximately 65 clients and can be more or less depending on case intensity and program capacity.
The target population of this office is individuals who are gravely disabled, (unable to provide for food, clothing and shelter as a result of chronic mental illness and/or chronic alcoholism), as a result of major mental illness as defined by the Diagnostic Statistical Manuel (DSM). The population also includes individuals who may have involvement with the Criminal Justice System and are being held in jail and State Hospitals or other facilities designated for those who have committed or are alleged to have committed a crime.
Responsibilities:
- Conducts investigations to determine eligibility for psychiatric care and services, including interviews and information gathered from collateral sources.
- Conducts regular in-person visits in a variety of settings including jail, state hospital, inpatient acute psychiatric units, locked psychiatric treatment centers and skilled nursing facilities as well as community settings within and outside the City and County of San Francisco.
- Conducts crisis interventions during business hours or after hours
- Completes time sensitive court reports and provision of expert testimony witness to the Superior Court as needed.
- Evaluates and approves psychiatric treatment and medications included in clients care plans.
- Continually assesses appropriateness of placements and the least restrictive level of care.
- Completes various types of applications and forms related to placement, legal, financial, and medical issues.
- Utilizes productivity tools such as Microsoft Office Suite to complete various work duties including coordinating case conferences, presentations, and communicating with team members and other necessary service providers.
- Documents cases in a clinically significant and timely manner using applicable digital case management system.
- Works collaboratively with other city departments, including Public Health, Police, Jail, and City Attorney’s Office.
Education:
Possession of a master’s degree in Social Work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
OR
A Master’s Degree from a two-year (2) counseling program from an accredited college or university. (Qualifying Master’s Degrees in counseling include Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Counseling, Mental Health Counseling, Addiction Counseling and Counseling Psychology that included a supervised field placement as part of the course curriculum)
Experience:
Satisfactory completion of two semesters of graduate field placement which involved the provision of direct services to elders and/or dependent adults and/or adults with physical, cognitive or mental health disabilities in one of the following or closely related areas: Adult Protective Services, intensive case management such as MSSP/Linkages, medical social work in a hospital or clinic, mental health program/agency, home health agency or alcohol and drug counseling and treatment program
OR
Six (6) months post baccalaureate professional work experience which involved the provision of direct services to elders, dependents, or adults in one of the areas previously described
License & Certification:
- Possession of a valid California class C driver’s license and clear Motor Vehicle Record (MVR);
- AND
- Possession of a valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) OR
- Current proof of registration as an Associate Social Worker (ASW) intern issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS); OR
- Possession of a valid Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) license issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS); OR
- Current proof of registration as a valid Marriage and Family Therapist Intern (MFTI) issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS); OR
- Possession of a valid Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) license issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS); OR
- Current proof of registration as a Professional Clinical Counselor Intern (PCCI) issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS).
Application:
Compensation: $111,436.00 - $142,194.00 Annually
Application Deadline: Continuous
Description
The Protective Services Worker performs professional investigations and case management services to victims of abuse (including neglect, self-neglect, and financial abuse). This includes activities related to evaluating the level of harm or risk of harm, to the person and the estate of an “elder” or “dependent adult;” assessing biopsychosocial functioning, including the medical condition, cognitive/psychological status, and adequacy of care and support system; orchestrating ongoing services to maximize the use of community resources, and to help protect victims from further harm once the case is closed.
Responsibilities:
- Conducts unannounced visits to see elders and dependent adults in their living environment.
- Investigates the allegations and conducts a risk assessment through interviewing the victim, family, relatives, neighbors, and others to assess for immediacy
- Arranges for immediate protective interventions and emergency services as necessary, including medical assessments, emergency shelter, or in-home protection, e.g. acts as a liaison on the medical aspects of the case with providers of services and other agencies that provide medical care, until the immediate dangers are resolved.
- Gathers, documents, and reviews important detailed financial, personal, and confidential information, and writes investigative reports, findings, and service plan notes.
- Conducts a needs assessment for clients in need of protective services.
- Develops a Service Plan and organizes the initial care plan as appropriate, including supported decision-making activities.
- Provides counseling for clients and significant others to alleviate the identified problems and to implement the service plan to restore optimum social functioning, and health adjustment within the client’s capacity; assists them in order to address personal and environmental difficulties, which perpetuate poor health and dysfunction, and interfere with self-care and self-protection.
- Monitors the Service Plan and follows up through field visits and telephone contacts with clients, relatives, and other concerned individuals until the service goals have been achieved.
- Assists with multidisciplinary team meetings with healthcare providers, hospitals, and the Public Health/Mental Health Department, and other City agencies involved to further their understanding of significant social and emotional factors underlying the client’s health, social, or environmental problems.
- Designs interventions in collaboration with medical professionals, social service providers, law enforcement, or other relevant systems by contributing with information to help determine the level of care and services pertinent to the client’s welfare.
- Provides education to individuals and agencies on the role and authority of APS
- Conducts public presentations about casework in a confidential, multi-disciplinary setting; collaborates and cooperates with the community and the CCSF partner agencies
- Uses a personal computer to prepare, review, and maintain records, correspondence, and reports; manages case documentation in an APS database; maintains timely email correspondence.
Education:
Possession of a Master's Degree in Social Work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE);
OR
Master's Degree from a two (2) year counseling program from an accredited college or university. (Qualifying Master's Degrees in counseling include Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Counseling, Mental Health Counseling, Addiction Counseling and Counseling Psychology that included a supervised field placement as part of the course curriculum);
Experience:
Satisfactory completion of two semesters of graduate field placement which involved the provision of direct services to elders and/or dependent adults and/or adults with physical, cognitive or mental health disabilities in one of the following or closely related areas: Adult Protective Services, intensive case management such as MSSP/Linkages, medical social work in a hospital or clinic, mental health program/agency, home health agency, or alcohol and drug counseling and treatment program;
OR
Six (6) months post baccalaureate professional work experience which involved the provision of direct services to elders, dependents, or adults in one of the areas previously described
Application:
Compensation: $111,436.00 - $142,194.00 Annually
Application Deadline: Continuous
Description
Provides culturally informed short-term individual counseling, group counseling, diagnostic assessment, on-call crisis intervention and management (daytime and after hours), risk assessments/mandated risk assessments, and long-term community counseling referrals to Dartmouth College students.
Provides culturally informed outreach and prevention services to students, faculty, and staff, particularly focused on needs of BIPOC students.
Participates in psycho-educational activities that address students’ developmental needs and consults with faculty and staff regarding psychological distressed students. Serve on campus-wide committees.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide clinical services, including individual/ group counseling, triage and initial assessments, crisis intervention and participates in the emergency coverage 24-hour rotation system
- Develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate prevention and outreach education programs.
- Provide consultation to faculty, staff, and parents regarding mental health issues that affect the well-being of students.
- Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp:
PhD plus 2-3 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
- Doctorate (Ph.D., Psy.D.) in Clinical or Counseling Psychology or Master of Social Work (MSW).
- Two to three years direct clinical experience (can include internship).
- Demonstrated experience providing counseling to BIPOC student population.
- Demonstrated experience in development of programming that addresses the unique counseling needs of BIPOC student populations.
- College or university counseling center experience.
- License or License-eligible within two years of hire in New Hampshire required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary college/university counseling center setting.
- Strong crisis intervention and consultation skills, including skills in suicide assessment and intervention; awareness of how to facilitate voluntary/involuntary hospitalization; skills in conferring with faculty, staff and students regarding emergency situations.
- Demonstrated competency, experience, and commitment to issues of diversity in the delivery of clinical services and in outreach/programming.
Description
Are you a male therapist passionate about helping men and couples create meaningful, lasting change? NCCT—recognized as a leader in couples therapy—is offering a unique opportunity to join a deeply collaborative, growth-oriented team dedicated to relational healing.
We’re seeking a licensed therapist with a strong foundation in systems work and a desire to explore men’s emotional development, intimacy, and relational patterns. This role includes the chance to design and facilitate men’s groups—spaces where men can connect honestly, deepen awareness, and grow in their capacity for love and leadership.
Qualifications:
- MA Licensed clinician (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent)
- Experience with family, couples, and dyad work, especially men in relationships
- Interest and experience in group facilitation
- Commitment to lifelong learning, inclusion, and teamwork
- Ability to work in person, some evenings, and weekends
- Ability to attend weekly group supervision/consultation
- Competence in online systems, include Zoom, EHR, Google Workspace, and Slack
Benefits include:
- Excellent fee-for-service compensation
- Flexible Schedule
- Quality health insurance for full-time employees
- Accrued paid sick leave
- Regular individual supervision and group consultation
- Cutting-edge training
- Lovely team atmosphere
- Beautiful work environment
Seeking a dynamic, dedicated and seasoned bi-lingual Spanish, licensed mental health clinician to work as a member of an interdisciplinary care team in a NYCDOE school-based satellite clinic of the Adolescent Division at Cohen Children’s Medical Center. The clinic is located within John Adams High School in Ozone Park, Queens.
This SBHC is one of 5 sponsored by CCMC, and provides comprehensive medical, mental health and reproductive health services to adolescents attending the school. Our mental health program is treatment focused, trauma informed, and strength based. Our staff receive training through the Office of School Health in evidence-based practices.
The primary responsibilities of the clinical social worker are to conduct mental health assessments, provide individual therapy, and manage crises.
In addition, our team implements innovative youth development and therapeutic groups, provides collateral family sessions and collaborates ongoingly with school and SBHC staff for care coordination. On site supervision is provided, as well as opportunities to connect, collaborate and case conference with the larger mental health team.
Requirements & Preferred Qualifications:
- LCSW or LMHC is required
- 3 -5 years of clinical work post licensure is required
- Fluent Spanish is required.
- Experience conducting therapy sessions and assessments with high-risk adolescence and knowledge of and experience with trauma informed care is preferred.
This is a unique opportunity to work with teenagers who are self-motivated and self-directed in seeking mental health treatment and to work within a vibrant and passionate team
If you are interested, please reach out to Annemarie Goodman, LCSW-R, and send resumes to agoodma2@northwell.edu
Description
The Therapist will provide individual and group therapy to clients dealing with addiction and/or mental health challenges. Our approach is empathetic, motivational, and collaborative, encouraging clients to take responsibility for their healing. You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality, ethical care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Complete client assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
- Deliver individual, family, and group therapy sessions
- Educate clients and families on addiction, mental health, and recovery
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold confidentiality
- Participate in team meetings and clinical supervision
- Coordinate care and referrals as needed
Requirements:
- Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field
- Active Massachusetts LICSW or LMHC
- 1+ years of post-grad clinical experience (2 years preferred)
- Strong understanding of mental health and substance abuse and co-occurring disorders
- Familiarity with IOP/PHP
- Professionalism, empathy, and a genuine desire to support recovery
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Description
Golden Psychology is currently accepting applications for supervising clinicians. Full-time positions are ~40 hours per week split between work with clients and supervising or program related activities.
Golden Psychology is a private practice offering LGBTQ2IA+ affirming therapeutic services. We provide therapy for individuals, families and groups. Our practice centers an intersectional approach to DBT and Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy.We are located in Union Square, NYC and offer in-person as well as virtual therapy. We also partner with organizations in providing trainings and program development consultation.
Providers are able to schedule in person office time and we do our best to help providers to have schedules that work for them.
Requirements:
We are looking for people who have child therapy experience, or who have assessment experience. The person must be fully licensed, and able to supervise LMSWs and MHC-LPs. This person would also ideally be full time at our practice, and would engage with our programs, including our DBT program and Day Program.
Fees
Fee-for service is based on training and experience. Clinicians make 60% of their full client fee when fully licensed. All staff are paid 5% for administrative time. Program administration time is paid at a set rate agreed upon by the clinician and Golden Psychology. Supervision starts at $175/hour.
Our program is committed to increasing the diversity of clinicians with expertise in providing LGBTQ2IA+ care and psychedelic assisted psychotherapy.
To apply, submit the form on our website's careers page
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us by clicking the “Contact Us” button on the bottom of the careers page.
Description
At NCCT, we are a forward-thinking, specialized group of couples therapists committed to excellence, cultural competence, and the ongoing evolution of our field. Our approach integrates leading state-dependent models of therapy, rooted in the science of connection and emotional regulation.
We offer a range of services—including weekly 75-minute sessions, private intensive retreats, workshops, and classes—both online and in person. We work hard to understand the wide-ranging and dynamic nature of relational well-being and bring that depth to every client interaction.
Qualifications:
- MA-level, licensed mental health clinician (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT)
- Clinical experience with couples or family systems (preferred)
- Ability to work evenings and/or weekends, with a minimum commitment of 18 hours per week
- Commitment to weekly group supervision and consultation
- Completion of Gottman Level I and II Training upon hire (provided by NCCT)
- Strong commitment to lifelong learning, collaboration, and professional growth
- Experience working with ethnically, culturally, and racially diverse clients
- Competence with online platforms (Zoom, EHR, Google Workspace, Slack)
Benefits:
- Excellent fee-for-service compensation ($100–$130 per 75-minute session)
- Flexible schedule with remote and in-person options
- Quality health insurance for full-time employees
- Paid sick leave (accrued)
- Individual and group supervision
- Advanced clinical training in couples therapy
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
- Beautiful, welcoming workspaces
- Monthly Master Classes in Sex Therapy and Couples Therapy (CEs provided)
Job Type: Part-time and Full-time
Schedule: Monday–Friday, with some weekend/evening availability
Location: Hybrid (Remote and In-Person in Massachusetts)
Description
Performs professional clinical and crisis intervention work involving the assessment, stabilization, and referral of individuals experiencing behavioral health emergencies. The Co-Response Clinician is embedded within the Brookline Police Department and co-responds with law
enforcement personnel to 911 and other calls for service. Provides shortterm case management, follow-up counseling, and linkage to appropriate treatment or community resources. Performs all other related work as required.
Supervision:
- Supervision Scope: Performs highly responsible functions requiring a high level of initiative and judgment in providing in providing crisis intervention, clinical assessment, and referral services to individuals and families experiencing behavioral health emergencies in the community.
- Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of the Coordinator of Clinical Services. Receives guidance and clinical consultation as needed on complex cases. Exercises considerable professional judgment in the field in accordance with program policies and established clinical standards. Confers with supervisor or CIT Clinician when unusual situations arise.
- Supervision Given: May provide guidance or consultation to police personnel and community partners regarding behavioral health response. May assist in training or orientation of interns or new staff as assigned.
Job Environment:
Some work is performed under typical office conditions; field work requires travel throughout the community and exposure to various weather conditions. During field visits incumbent may have exposure to stressful or unpredictable situations and environments, communicable diseases, and other health and safety risks. Work is primarily scheduled during the afternoon and evening shift (approximately 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.), but flexibility outside of these hours may be required depending on the needs of the program.
- Operates automobile, and other standard office equipment.
- Has frequent contact with police personnel, individuals in crisis, family members, social service agencies, health care providers, hospitals, courts, and other municipal departments. Contacts involve assessing needs, providing clinical support, and coordinating services.
- Has access to confidential information regarding service recipients.
- Errors could result in reduced levels of service to the community and possible legal ramifications.
Essential Functions
- Co-responds with police officers to 911 calls and other community crises; assists with assessment, stabilization, and referral to appropriate treatment or resources.
- Provides initial crisis intervention services to individuals in need, along with crisis case management and short-term crisis counseling as follow-up from the initial intervention, when appropriate.
- Represents the program in a prepared and professional manner at community events, task forces, and public speaking engagements.
- Maintains linkages with law enforcement and community agencies by providing documented case consultation, program development, and problem resolution.
- Provides information and referral services to individuals, families, and caregivers.
Maintains necessary documentation, data entry, and records in accordance with program requirements. - Develops and maintains a thorough knowledge of relevant behavioral health resources and community supports for related needs.
- Collaborates with police department personnel across divisions as needed in order to support residents in crisis.
- Participates in trainings on behavioral health response for law enforcement as needed/appropriate.
- Attends relevant clinical trainings and in-service activities to keep current in the field and maintain relevant level of professional licensure.
- Prepares for and attends Crisis Intervention Team (CIT)-related meetings within the Brookline Police Department and external meetings, such as monthly CIT Partner Meetings and quarterly Stakeholder Meetings, as needed.
- Attends and actively participates in supervision and staff meetings.
Remains alert at all times throughout the scheduled shift, following established safety protocol and the instructions of the police supervisor on duty. - Performs all duties in accordance with the agency’s policies and procedures.
- Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
Recommended Minimum Qualifications:
Education, Training and Experience:
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related field required.
- At least two years of experience providing crisis intervention in
inpatient, outpatient, residential, or community-based settings; experience working with youth and families in in-home settings preferred. - Direct experience collaborating with law enforcement or other criminal justice agencies preferred.
- Prior experience working with diverse populations strongly preferred.
Special Requirements:
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a reliable vehicle.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English; multilingual skills strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Ability and Skill:
- Knowledge: Knowledge of crisis intervention principles, behavioral health assessment, and short-
term case management. Knowledge of available community resources and referral systems, as well as current behavioral health laws, regulations, and professional ethics. Knowledge of database,
word processing, and standard office software. - Ability: Ability to provide crisis intervention and clinical assessment in field and office settings. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with law enforcement, clients, families, and
community partners. Ability to work collaboratively and effectively within a law enforcement environment while maintaining professional clinical perspective and boundaries. Ability to maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and composure in high-stress situations. Ability to develop and maintain service plans, coordinate follow-up care, and respond to emergencies. - Skill: Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills. Strong
clinical casework, counseling, and crisis intervention skills. Skill in all of the above listed
technology, tools, and equipment.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Vision and hearing at, or correctable to, normal ranges are necessary.
- Must be able to drive an automobile, and accompany police personnel in the field.
- Must be able to enter and access a variety of community settings, including private homes, businesses, and outdoor locations, which may involve climbing stairs or walking on uneven terrain.
- Must be able to communicate verbally and effectively in high stress situations. Work may occasionally involve exposure to individuals who are agitated or in crisis, requiring adherence to established safety procedures.
- Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
To apply: Please email a resume and cover letter to:
Annabel Lane, LICSW
Behavioral Health Support Manager
Brookline Police Department
alane@brooklinema.gov
Overview
Manages and oversees the administration of a Behavioral Health Services (BHS) program, including the appropriate utilization and management of staff and the quality of program participants care with an emphasis upon an inter-disciplinary team approach to the delivery of care. Works under general direction.
Responsibilities:
- Provides clinical supervision to staff including assigning, monitoring and evaluating cases for clinical team(s). Conducts regularly scheduled team meetings. Provides back-up coverage for program leadership as required.
- Manages triage and case assignment procedures, new referrals, liaison activities, and staff scheduling to insure adequate coverage at all times.
- Collaborates with other team members and Behavioral Health Services (BHS) leadership in formulating clinical and administrative policies and procedures, preparing policy and procedure manuals, implementing and maintaining established policies and procedures, and proposing modifications and revisions of policies and procedures, as indicated.
- Collects, tracks, and monitors progress and outcomes for all staff assigned to the team(s); produces and maintains detailed reports for all data pertinent to the program. Reports relevant data to funders and central administration as needed.
- Oversees the maintenance of updated case records for team(s) through EMR and coordinates effective electronic communication throughout all provider databases, as needed. Maintains case records in accordance with program policies/procedures, as well as VNS Health, city, and state standards and regulatory requirements.
- Monitors the program budget and is knowledgeable of all financial aspects of the program, including, but not limited to, reimbursement and purchasing.
- Ensures volume and productivity meet program standards and operations.
- Oversees compliance of quality and performance indicators, and supervises staff to achieve goals. Performs internal audits to ensure compliance with policies and procedures and takes corrective action, as necessary to address deficiencies.
- Provides clinical subject matter expertise and serves as a resource to supervisors, clinicians and staff.
- Provides assessment, direct services to program participants and families in the community; advises and consults in case conferences, staff meetings, and discharge planning as needed.
- Promotes positive relationships within VNS Health and other community service organizations. Serves as program liaison to other community agencies, negotiating formal liaison and organizing consultation and education for referral sources.
- Participates in 24/7 on-call coverage schedule and performs on-call duties, as required.
- Investigates complaints registered by program participants, completes Incident Reports and other safety and quality reports within required time frames.
- Collaborates with program leadership and other staff in the development and implementation of in-service education programs.
- Performs all duties inherent in a supervisory role. Ensures effective staff training, interviews candidates for employment, evaluates staff performance and recommends hiring, promotions, salary actions, and terminations, as appropriate.
- Oversees the development of systems and records for billing each MCO.
Qualifications
- Licenses and Certifications:
- Current registration to practice as a Nurse, Social Worker, Psychologist, Marriage and Family Therapist, Mental Health Counselor or other related license in the State of New York required
- For IMT: LCSW or LMHC required
Education:
Master's Degree degree in Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling, Nursing or other related field required
Work Experience:
Minimum of five years of supervisory and administrative experience with demonstrated competency in program management, budget management, and community relations required Strong interpersonal and leadership skills required. Knowledge of Microsoft applications required
Pay Range
USD $77,200.00 - USD $96,500.00 /Yr.
Benefits:
- Attractive sign-on bonus and referral bonus opportunities
Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays - Health insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability
- Employer-matched retirement saving funds
- Personal and financial wellness programs
- Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
- Generous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
- Internal mobility, CEU credits, and advancement opportunities
- Interdisciplinary network of colleagues through the VNS Health Social Services Community of Professionals
Overview
Provides direct psychosocial services to mentally ill individuals in the community who are experiencing, or are at risk of, an acute psychological crisis or are in need of mental health treatment. Provides assessment, linkage, coordinates with, referral to and follow-up with appropriate ongoing service providers. Provides information and consultation to other community agencies and other disciplines, including other services of VNS Health. Assists in the overall administrative and clinical functioning of the program. Works under general direction.
Responsibilities:
- Provides clinical supervision and direction to social work/ behavioral health team members and assumes responsibility for overall program functions in the Program Managers absence.
- Organizes various program components for the appropriate utilization and management of staff including triage and case management procedures, staff scheduling, referrals, outreach efforts, evaluations and liaison activities.
- Participates in quality assurance activities and ensures compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements.
- Screens referrals.
- Performs psychosocial evaluation and assessment of mental health service needs and emergency social service needs of identified patients and their families through professional knowledge, skills of observation and interviewing.
- Develops and implements short-term service plans for patients, in conjunction with other members of the team.
- Provides crisis intervention services to mentally ill individuals whose circumstances and condition require rapid intervention.
- Provides supportive counseling, case management and appropriate referrals for ongoing treatment
- Prepares case histories and prepares and maintains case records, in accordance with the program’s record keeping protocols.
- Encourages service resistant clients to accept mental health services through intervention with clients and/or family members and friends concerned with the client's welfare.
- Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings, rounds and/or case conferences of the program.
- Provides linkage, referral and provision of information to appropriate mental health services and social services and social services providers,.
- Coordinates and follows up on linkages made between clients and other service agencies and mental health providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Liaison with, and consultation to, community agencies.
- Provides outreach services to mentally ill individuals referred to the program who are experiencing, or are a t risk of, an acute psychosocial crisis and require mental health intervention in their home or community.
- Serves as resource person to the programand other components of the Agency, when requested, pertaining to social services available to patients and establishes a file of community referral sources.
- Participates with the program and other appropriate Agency staff in the development and implementation of in-service training and education.
- Assists and collaborates with the Program Coordinator/ Program Manager in the overall functioning of the team.
- Assumes ProgramCoordinator’s/ Program Manager’s responsibilities in his/her absence, as requested.
- Participates in community programs, education and advocacy, as requested.
- Contributes to the formulation of clinical and administrative policies and procedures and the preparation on of policy and procedure manuals, as required.
- Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications:
- Valid driver's license required
- Current registration to practice as a Licensed Social Worker in New York State preferred
Education:
Master's Degree in Social work, or other Human Services-related field required
Work Experience:
Minimum three years experience as an MSW working with patients in a mental health setting required
Pay Range
USD $70,200.00 - USD $87,700.00 /Yr.
Overview
VNS Health Psychiatric Social Workers provide vital client-centered behavioral health care to New Yorkers most in need, across all stages of life and mental well-being. We deliver care wherever our clients are, including outpatient clinics, clients’ homes, and the community. Our short- and long-term service models include acute, transitional, and intensive care management programs that impact the most vulnerable populations, from children, to adolescents, to aging adults. As part of our fast-growing Behavioral Health team, you’ll have an opportunity to develop and advance your skills, whether you’re early in your career or an experienced professional.
As a Psychiatric Social Worker, you will develop exceptional diagnostic skills and use behavioral intervention techniques to de-escalate crisis situations. You will provide vital social services and connect clients to resources that help them remain safely in the community. Join us in building on our 130-year history and become a part of the Future of Care that is strengthening communities with high quality, integrated behavioral health programs.
Responsiblities:
- Delivers outreach services to mentally ill individuals in the community, providing in-home mental health intervention to those experiencing or at risk of psychosocial difficulties
- Collaborates with another team member to perform psychosocial evaluations and assess mental health service needs of clients and their families through observation and interviewing
- Creates and execute short-term service plans for clients in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team
- Responds promptly to dispatch calls, traveling from the office to the clients’ homes within two hours
- Ensures seamless program operations as a vital liaison to community agencies and stepping in for the Program Coordinator as needed
- Ensures uninterrupted comprehensive care from counseling and care management to long-term supplemental treatment referrals and follow-up
- Prepares case histories and prepares and maintains case records, in accordance with the Program record-keeping mechanism
- Encourages resistant clients to accept mental health services through interventions with clients and/or family members and friends concerned with the client's welfare
- May provide clinical supervision for Mental Health Technician, graduate Social Worker students or junior staff Social Workers
Qualifications
- Current registration to practice as a Licensed Master Social Worker in New York State Required as determined by operational/regional needs
- Valid driver's license may be required
- Minimum of one year experience as a Social Worker in a health care setting required as determined by operational needs, bilingual skills may be required Must be able to walk up and down steps to access patient residences
- Master’s degree in social work after successfully completing a prescribed course of study at a graduate school of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and the Education Dept
Benefits:
- Referral bonus opportunities
- Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays
- Health insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability
- Employer-matched retirement saving funds
- Personal and financial wellness programs
- Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
- Generous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
- Internal mobility, generous tuition reimbursement, CEU credits, and advancement opportunities
- Interdisciplinary network of colleagues through the VNS Health Social Services Community of Professionals
Pay Range
USD $63,800.00 - USD $79,800.00 /Yr.
Overview
VNS Health Psychiatric Social Workers provide vital client-centered behavioral health care to New Yorkers most in need, across all stages of life and mental well-being. We deliver care wherever our clients are, including outpatient clinics, clients’ homes, and the community. Our short- and long-term service models include acute, transitional, and intensive care management programs that impact the most vulnerable populations, from children, to adolescents, to aging adults. As part of our fast-growing Behavioral Health team, you’ll have an opportunity to develop and advance your skills, whether you’re early in your career or an experienced professional.
As a Psychiatric Social Worker, you will develop exceptional diagnostic skills and use behavioral intervention techniques to de-escalate crisis situations. You will provide vital social services and connect clients to resources that help them remain safely in the community. Join us in building on our 130-year history and become a part of the Future of Care that is strengthening communities with high quality, integrated behavioral health programs.
Responsibilities:
- Delivers outreach services to mentally ill individuals in the community, providing in-home mental health intervention to those experiencing or at risk of psychosocial difficulties
- Collaborates with another team member to perform psychosocial evaluations and assess mental health service needs of clients and their families through observation and interviewing
- Creates and execute short-term service plans for clients in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team
- Responds promptly to dispatch calls, traveling from the office to the clients’ homes within two hours
- Ensures seamless program operations as a vital liaison to community agencies and stepping in for the Program Coordinator as needed
- Ensures uninterrupted comprehensive care from counseling and care management to long-term supplemental treatment referrals and follow-up
- Prepares case histories and prepares and maintains case records, in accordance with the Program record-keeping mechanism
- Encourages resistant clients to accept mental health services through interventions with clients and/or family members and friends concerned with the client's welfare
- May provide clinical supervision for Mental Health Technician, graduate Social Worker students or junior staff Social Workers
Qualifications:
- Current registration to practice as a Licensed Master Social Worker in New York State Required as determined by operational/regional needs
- Valid driver's license may be required
- Minimum of one year experience as a Social Worker in a health care setting required as determined by operational needs, bilingual skills may be required Must be able to walk up and down steps to access patient residences
- Master’s degree in social work after successfully completing a prescribed course of study at a graduate school of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and the Education Dept
Benefits:
- Referral bonus opportunities
- Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays
- Health insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability
- Employer-matched retirement saving funds
- Personal and financial wellness programs
- Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
- Generous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
- Internal mobility, generous tuition reimbursement, CEU credits, and advancement opportunities
- Interdisciplinary network of colleagues through the VNS Health Social Services Community of Professionals
Pay Range
USD $63,800.00 - USD $79,800.00 /Yr.
Part Time Position
Hybrid
The licensed clinical social worker will provide supportive care services for the Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Program. Responsibilities include psychosocial assessment, counseling, group
facilitation, and resource navigation for AYA patients and their families.
Following the initial AYA needs assessment, the social worker will meet with patients and/or families to evaluate psychosocial needs and collaborate with the AYA program manager and nurse practitioner as well as disease group social workers to coordinate care. The role involves providing psychoeducation, mental health support, crisis intervention, counseling, group facilitation, and resource connection to address the wide range of challenges faced by AYA patients.
Experience and skills
The ideal candidate will have experience working with adolescents and young adults in an oncology or related medical setting and be skilled in crisis intervention, short-term counseling, bereavement support, trauma, abuse, neglect, and substance use concerns. This is a multifaceted role supporting holistic patient care by integrating psychosocial services throughout the treatment journey. The social worker will report to the AYA Program Director and work collaboratively with the AYA program manager and nurse practitioner. Strong clinical, communication, documentation, and teamwork skills are essential.
Both LCSW and LICSW level are welcome to apply.
Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to ayacancer@mgh.harvard.edu
Salary: $30,000-40,000