Clinician - Bilingual in Spanish, Foster Care Program

A well-known multi-specialty medical group in Bronx, NY has an immediate need for a Bilingual Clinician. Type: Perm Schedule: Mon-Fri, 08:00am-05:00pm Location: Bronx, NY Major Duties and Responsibilities: • Complete the UC Assessment and Case Review within 7-10 business days of the young person's arrival. • Conduct Foster Home Visits to assess for the safety and well-being of young persons. • Collaborate with the case manager and all relevant parties to complete required program documentation related to the minor's overall functioning. • Regularly assess the safety and well-being of all clients served. • Develop behavior plans and/or safety plans for young persons. • Facilitate crisis intervention and utilize de-escalation techniques as needed. • Create group curriculum based on the identified needs of incoming or current young persons. • Provide weekly individual and group counseling to young persons. • Provide mental health referrals as needed. • Document service provision in client files in accordance with HIP nd program regulations. • Participate in weekly team meetings to provide mental health updates. • Participate in rotation of being on call during the weekends. • Accompany young persons as needed to Emergency Room for any Mental Health emergencies. • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations, as well as funder requirements. • Ensure quality assurance and excellence in service provision. • Participate in required LSSNY trainings. • Perform other duties as assigned. Skills & Abilities: • Bilingual in Spanish and English. • Strong mental health background; proficient in mental health diagnoses. • Knowledgeable about psychotropic medications, including medication risks and side effects. • Excellent clinical skills. • Able to work collaboratively with people from all walks of life. • Strong interest in working with immigrant young persons. • Excellent communication and presentation skills - able to facilitate trainings. • Superior planning, organizational and time-management skills. • Able to work independently and as part of a team. • Able to develop and manage social work interns. • Detail-oriented. • Experience and facility with Microsoft Office Applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Sharepoint and Teams. Supervises: • Social Work Interns Experience: • Minimum 2 years' post-masters experience working with immigrant young persons preferred. Education: • Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited university and 2 years of postgraduate direct service delivery experience preferred. • Master's degree in psychology, sociology, or other relevant behavioral science in which direct clinical experience is a program requirement. • Licensed or license eligible. NOTES Candidates can use hours worked towards their LCSW status. Up to 12 kids at once MAX Please email:

Created: 2024-11-05