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THE JEWISH BOARD

Therapist

THE JEWISH BOARD, New York, New York, us, 10261

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For nearly 150 years, The Jewish Board has been delivering innovative, best‑in‑class mental and behavioral health services. We serve everyone from infants to adults, providing countless opportunities to make a difference in the lives of over 45,000 New Yorkers each year.

LOCATION 2488 Grand Concourse The Bronx, NY 10458, US

PURPOSE The Jewish Board’s Community Behavioral Health treatment programs provide compassionate, high‑quality, evidence‑based services to individuals and families in the communities we serve. Our staff uses a culturally competent, person‑centered approach to help families develop skills and resources to improve overall functioning, instill hope, and strengthen resiliency.

POSITION OVERVIEW CFTSS Clinical services are provided to children/youth and are intended to help identify and prevent the progression of behavioral health needs through early identification and intervention. Services may be provided to children/youth in need of assessment for whom behavioral conditions have not yet been diagnosed or to youth with a diagnosis for whom flexible community‑based treatment is needed. The clinician conducts comprehensive assessments, makes recommendations, and completes a treatment plan tailored to each child and family. We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and proactive therapist to join our team, providing high‑quality behavioral health services to individuals in the Bronx. This is a hybrid role involving direct clinical care and community engagement.

Key Essential Functions

Provide individual and/or group therapy to clients in community‑based settings and virtually as needed.

Facilitate psychoeducational and skills‑building groups within Jewish Board community residences and for external clients.

Conduct outreach to potential partner agencies for collaborative opportunities and community engagement.

Travel throughout the Bronx to meet with clients at residences, community centers, or other appropriate locations.

Complete thorough psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with agency policies and funding source requirements.

Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, clinical supervision, and ongoing training.

Respond to clinical crises with appropriate interventions and follow‑up care coordination.

Foster a culturally sensitive, strengths‑based, and trauma‑informed therapeutic environment.

Maintain professional behaviors and ethical standards as established by licensing boards, professional associations, and Jewish Board policies and procedures.

Core Competencies

Embraces youth‑guided, family‑driven care

Commitment to recovery‑oriented, trauma‑informed practice

Promotes teamwork

Initiative and self‑direction

Effective liaison between department staff and middle managers/administration

Strong interpersonal communication and collaboration skills

Solution‑focused mindset

Data‑driven practice improvement

Demonstrates cultural competency

Values professional development, clinical supervision, and training participation

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related field.

Licensure (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent) or limited permit eligible in New York State.

Experience working with diverse populations, including individuals with serious mental illness or co‑occurring disorders.

Bilingual (English/Spanish or other relevant languages) an advantage.

Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently in the field and as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Commitment to cultural humility and continuous learning.

Educational / Training Required • Candidates must be licensed or eligible for licensure in New York State (e.g., LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT) and must obtain licensure within one year of hire.

Computer Skills Required

Prior experience with electronic health records and Microsoft Office.

Visual and Manual Dexterity

Must be able to read paper and electronic documents and perform significant data entry.

Travel independently using public transportation.

Work Environment / Physical Effort

Services are provided in the community and the office.

Travel within New York City carrying equipment (not in excess of 10 lb).

Routinely required to sit (60 %), stand (20 %), and travel to appointments (20 %).

Risks/hazards include commuting in New York City.

Benefits

Generous paid time off, agency holidays, and 15 sick days.

Affordable health, dental, and vision plans.

Tuition assistance and educational loan forgiveness.

Free continuing education opportunities.

403(b) retirement benefits and a pension.

Flexible spending accounts for health and transportation.

24/7 Accessible Employee Assistance Program.

Life and disability insurance.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion working groups (e.g., COR, CAAS, LGBTQ Steering Committee).

Our

Values.

Treat every person with dignity.

Act with respect and caring toward clients, colleagues, and communities.

Strive to be outstanding.

Embrace each other’s differences.

Engage individuals and families as our partners.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to qualified employees with disabilities, unless it would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

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