Yale University
Overview
This is a clinical school social work position at the Cedarhurst School, an approved, private, therapeutic middle and high school in Hamden, operated by the Department of Psychiatry. The School Social Worker provides social work and clinical services to adolescent and young adult students and their family members both in their homes and in this special education/therapeutic school. Responsibilities
Maintain a caseload of students specific to the School Engagement Program (SEP). Complete mental status examinations, identify mental health needs, and provide individual counseling to students. Facilitate therapeutic groups and provide crisis triage and intervention with students, including hospital referral when indicated. Develop and report progress on the therapeutic aspects of the IEP and collaborate with teachers/advisors on oversight of the entire IEP document. Complete intake assessments (tours, interviews, shadows) and intake documentation, including admission reports. Maintain regular contact with parents/guardians and provide weekly family/parent sessions. Plans, coordinates and implements individual, group, and couples’ therapy for students in University outpatient clinic. Conduct patient evaluations and assess patients’ acceptability for psychotherapy programs and develop initial disposition planning. Establish positive relationships with patients to administer appropriate treatment. Manage and provide therapy for complex cases involving patients with significant mental health concerns. Provide mental health outreach to Yale community and develop materials for educational programs and seminars for professional staff. Provide family meetings as appropriate and maintain patients’ charts and reports. Participate in mental health 24-hour emergency coverage and provide educational and consultation services to undergraduate residential colleges and professional schools. Interact with internal and external contacts regarding treatment of individual patients and implementation of clinical programs; provide clinical supervision to trainees and staff. Perform administrative duties as directed by the Chief of Mental Health and Counseling; may perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications
State of Connecticut Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or eligibility to obtain such licensure. Proven ability to conduct detailed psychosocial assessments and develop multi-disciplinary treatment plans, documented within an electronic medical record. Ability to assess and treat adolescents and adults with mental health, substance use, and behavioral problems using evidence-based practices such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with strong verbal and written communication abilities. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Preferred Skills And Abilities
Ability to work independently. Effective decision-making and problem solving skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Driver's license and personal vehicle. Education and Experience
Required Education and Experience: Master’s Degree in Social Work and three years providing clinical care post licensure. Background Check Requirements
All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit the Learning about background checks section under Applicant Support Resources on Careers on the It’s Your Yale site. Health Requirements
This role is a healthcare worker position. Health care workers (HCW) are defined as university employees working in a healthcare setting who have potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients, human research subjects or infectious materials. HCW have specific health requirements that must be met prior to starting work, including MMR vaccine or immunity, varicella vaccine or immunity, TB screening, COVID vaccine according to University policy, hepatitis B vaccine or immunity, and annual flu vaccination. Posting and Policy Notes
Salary offers are determined by a candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role’s grade profile and current internal and external market conditions. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions required and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties. The University is committed to equal opportunity and does not discriminate in admissions, education, or employment on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status. Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA). Yale University is a tobacco-free campus. Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Other Industries: Higher Education
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This is a clinical school social work position at the Cedarhurst School, an approved, private, therapeutic middle and high school in Hamden, operated by the Department of Psychiatry. The School Social Worker provides social work and clinical services to adolescent and young adult students and their family members both in their homes and in this special education/therapeutic school. Responsibilities
Maintain a caseload of students specific to the School Engagement Program (SEP). Complete mental status examinations, identify mental health needs, and provide individual counseling to students. Facilitate therapeutic groups and provide crisis triage and intervention with students, including hospital referral when indicated. Develop and report progress on the therapeutic aspects of the IEP and collaborate with teachers/advisors on oversight of the entire IEP document. Complete intake assessments (tours, interviews, shadows) and intake documentation, including admission reports. Maintain regular contact with parents/guardians and provide weekly family/parent sessions. Plans, coordinates and implements individual, group, and couples’ therapy for students in University outpatient clinic. Conduct patient evaluations and assess patients’ acceptability for psychotherapy programs and develop initial disposition planning. Establish positive relationships with patients to administer appropriate treatment. Manage and provide therapy for complex cases involving patients with significant mental health concerns. Provide mental health outreach to Yale community and develop materials for educational programs and seminars for professional staff. Provide family meetings as appropriate and maintain patients’ charts and reports. Participate in mental health 24-hour emergency coverage and provide educational and consultation services to undergraduate residential colleges and professional schools. Interact with internal and external contacts regarding treatment of individual patients and implementation of clinical programs; provide clinical supervision to trainees and staff. Perform administrative duties as directed by the Chief of Mental Health and Counseling; may perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications
State of Connecticut Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or eligibility to obtain such licensure. Proven ability to conduct detailed psychosocial assessments and develop multi-disciplinary treatment plans, documented within an electronic medical record. Ability to assess and treat adolescents and adults with mental health, substance use, and behavioral problems using evidence-based practices such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with strong verbal and written communication abilities. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Preferred Skills And Abilities
Ability to work independently. Effective decision-making and problem solving skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Driver's license and personal vehicle. Education and Experience
Required Education and Experience: Master’s Degree in Social Work and three years providing clinical care post licensure. Background Check Requirements
All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit the Learning about background checks section under Applicant Support Resources on Careers on the It’s Your Yale site. Health Requirements
This role is a healthcare worker position. Health care workers (HCW) are defined as university employees working in a healthcare setting who have potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients, human research subjects or infectious materials. HCW have specific health requirements that must be met prior to starting work, including MMR vaccine or immunity, varicella vaccine or immunity, TB screening, COVID vaccine according to University policy, hepatitis B vaccine or immunity, and annual flu vaccination. Posting and Policy Notes
Salary offers are determined by a candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role’s grade profile and current internal and external market conditions. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions required and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties. The University is committed to equal opportunity and does not discriminate in admissions, education, or employment on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status. Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA). Yale University is a tobacco-free campus. Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Other Industries: Higher Education
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