School Based Mental Health Clinician (52480)
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Position Title: |
School Based Mental Health Clinician |
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Position Type: |
Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt |
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Schedule: |
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
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Department/Program: |
Community Schools at the Bronx Academy of Multimedia |
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Direct Supervisor: |
Mental Health Supervisor, Community Schools |
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Direct Reports (if any): |
N/A |
About Graham Windham:
In full partnership with families and communities, Graham Windham strives to make a life-altering difference with children, youth, and families who are overcoming some of life’s most difficult challenges and obstacles, by helping to build a strong foundation for life: a safe, loving, permanent family and the opportunity and preparation to thrive in school and in the world. With over 500 full-time employees serving children and families in multiple programs throughout the Bronx, Brooklyn and Harlem, Graham Windham provides an exciting and enriching work experience.
Principal Objective/Role Overview:
GW Community School Program in conjunction with Graham Windham Mental Health Program is seeking an experienced Mental Health Clinician to work in our school-based program working with families, children in grades 6-8, and working closely with the school staff. The school is part of the Community School Renewal project and will include being part of a dynamic team comprised of the Director of Programs, a Family Coordinator, School Social Worker, as well as working closely with the school staff.
Job Responsibilities:
- Conduct screenings, outreach, intakes, individual, group and family therapy.
- Provide push-ins and collaborative work with teachers, school-based support staff, students and families
- Provide evidenced based treatment including Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT).
- Respond to student and family crises and provide de-escalation and support
- Proactively work with school staff and faculty to case finding, monitoring, communication
- Facilitate professional development opportunities to school faculty and partners
- Complete documentation, progress notes and quarterly treatment plans in concurrently with clients and in accordance with OMH regulations.
- Complete all responsibilities related to timely billing daily.
- Perform off-site services where indicated, including home visits and hospitals
- Attend and participate in supervision, staff meetings and training.