Clinician, Licensed

About the role

The Licensed Clinician at Odyssey House is responsible for assessing and coordinating care for individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. This position requires a Master's degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling, New York State certification (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMHC-P), and two years of experience in the substance abuse field. Field supervision training for supervising interns is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure potential inductions are served professionally and appropriately.
• Review clinical, legal, and other pertinent documents to assess for program admission and care coordination.
• Provide screening/assessment, including crisis intervention for clients with suicidal or homicidal ideation, and referrals/care coordination for inductions with active mental health and/or co-occurring symptoms.
• Obtain medical and psychiatric clearances for the admissions decision process.
• Maintain appropriate case records, statistical reports, and prepare other required reports.
• Serve as a liaison/advocate with community agencies and organizations.
• Maintain OASAS regulatory compliance and ensure intake/assessment and referral processes comply with Odyssey House’s standards.
• Participate in clinical and administrative meetings and in-service trainings.
• Provide supervision of social work interns and participate in Odyssey House’s in-service trainings.
• Provide ongoing training for program staff.
• Assist with authorization and reauthorization as needed.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling.
• New York State Certification (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMHC-P).
• Two years of experience in the substance abuse field.
• Field supervision training for supervising interns (SIFI) preferred.
• Proficiency with computer operation (Microsoft Word, Excel, Electronic Health Record, and Outlook).
• Able to work a flexible schedule.

Benefits

• 35-hour work week.
• Vacation plan and holiday schedule.
• Life insurance.
• Medical insurance (two plans).
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Additional insurance coverages (hospitalization, accidental, critical illness coverage).
• Long-term and short-term disability.
• Flexible spending account/health reimbursement account.
• 403(b) plan.
• Corporate counseling associates (CCA) EAP benefit.
• Ability Assist Counseling Services (through The Hartford).
• Commuter benefits.
• Educational assistance programs.
• Special shopping discounts through ADP Marketplace and PlumBenefits.
• RUFit?! Fitness program.
• Pet insurance.
• Legal assistance.
• Optum Financial Service through ConnectYourCare.
• Benefit Advocacy Center through Gallagher.