NYC Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services
Mental Health Counselor, Correctional Health Services
NYC Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services, New York, New York, us, 10261
Mental Health Counselor, Correctional Health Services
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New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Outposted Therapeutic Housing Units Program (OTxHU)
Since 2016, Correctional Health Services (CHS) has been the direct provider of health care in the New York City jails. With a commitment to human dignity and patient rights, CHS is part of the NYC Health + Hospitals system and a key partner in reforming the criminal‑legal system. Our in‑jail clinical services include medical, nursing, and mental health care; pharmacy services; substance‑use treatment; social work; dental and vision care; discharge planning; and reentry support.
Given the high visibility of this initiative, we are seeking the highest caliber health care professionals to staff the Outposted Therapeutic Housing Units (OTxHU). To be located in three NYC Health + Hospital acute care facilities, the OTxHU is a pioneering approach to safely increase access to high‑quality clinical care for patients in custody who have complicated health conditions. OTxHUs will bridge the gap in the continuum between care provided in the jails and inpatient hospitalization, with admission to and discharge from the OTxHU in accordance with a patient’s clinical needs. CHS will be the primary health care provider on these units and the NYC Department of Correction will provide security and custody management.
The OTxHU at NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue in Manhattan will be the first of this unique, groundbreaking project to open with a planned completion date as early as the end of 2024. This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a passionate and motivated team providing care to some of the City’s most marginalized, vulnerable people.
To support continuity of operations and care, staff selected to work in the OTxHU may also be required to work in CHS locations within the jails. Preference will be given to equally qualified internal candidates.
Facility : Bellevue‑OTxHU and shifts on Rikers Island
Duties & Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, will provide quality mental health care to individuals incarcerated in the New York City jail system in their assigned area of work.
Conduct mental health evaluations, crisis intervention, assessments, and follow‑up care.
Collaborate on determining disposition of patients for appropriate level of mental health care.
Coordinate with Reentry Social Workers for appropriate discharge planning services.
Complete required statistical reports.
Collaborate with the Department of Correction to ensure access to patients, proper housing, and treatment disposition.
Coordinate patient care with other institutional services and programs.
Facilitate or co‑facilitate leading mental health group treatment.
Complete all required documentation.
Participate in clinical supervision with the Clinical Supervisor at least once a week.
Participate in mental health and medical rounds as assigned.
Participate in case conferences and treatment planning for patients receiving and being considered for mental health treatment.
May conduct psychological testing as assigned, under supervision.
May supervise social work interns or student volunteers as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned by Senior/Clinical Supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications Valid license and current registration to practice as a Mental Health Counselor issued by the NYSED.
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Pension plan
Paid maternity leave
Paid paternity leave
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New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Outposted Therapeutic Housing Units Program (OTxHU)
Since 2016, Correctional Health Services (CHS) has been the direct provider of health care in the New York City jails. With a commitment to human dignity and patient rights, CHS is part of the NYC Health + Hospitals system and a key partner in reforming the criminal‑legal system. Our in‑jail clinical services include medical, nursing, and mental health care; pharmacy services; substance‑use treatment; social work; dental and vision care; discharge planning; and reentry support.
Given the high visibility of this initiative, we are seeking the highest caliber health care professionals to staff the Outposted Therapeutic Housing Units (OTxHU). To be located in three NYC Health + Hospital acute care facilities, the OTxHU is a pioneering approach to safely increase access to high‑quality clinical care for patients in custody who have complicated health conditions. OTxHUs will bridge the gap in the continuum between care provided in the jails and inpatient hospitalization, with admission to and discharge from the OTxHU in accordance with a patient’s clinical needs. CHS will be the primary health care provider on these units and the NYC Department of Correction will provide security and custody management.
The OTxHU at NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue in Manhattan will be the first of this unique, groundbreaking project to open with a planned completion date as early as the end of 2024. This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a passionate and motivated team providing care to some of the City’s most marginalized, vulnerable people.
To support continuity of operations and care, staff selected to work in the OTxHU may also be required to work in CHS locations within the jails. Preference will be given to equally qualified internal candidates.
Facility : Bellevue‑OTxHU and shifts on Rikers Island
Duties & Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, will provide quality mental health care to individuals incarcerated in the New York City jail system in their assigned area of work.
Conduct mental health evaluations, crisis intervention, assessments, and follow‑up care.
Collaborate on determining disposition of patients for appropriate level of mental health care.
Coordinate with Reentry Social Workers for appropriate discharge planning services.
Complete required statistical reports.
Collaborate with the Department of Correction to ensure access to patients, proper housing, and treatment disposition.
Coordinate patient care with other institutional services and programs.
Facilitate or co‑facilitate leading mental health group treatment.
Complete all required documentation.
Participate in clinical supervision with the Clinical Supervisor at least once a week.
Participate in mental health and medical rounds as assigned.
Participate in case conferences and treatment planning for patients receiving and being considered for mental health treatment.
May conduct psychological testing as assigned, under supervision.
May supervise social work interns or student volunteers as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned by Senior/Clinical Supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications Valid license and current registration to practice as a Mental Health Counselor issued by the NYSED.
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Pension plan
Paid maternity leave
Paid paternity leave
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