Intake Clinician
Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is an award-winning nonprofit, nonsectarian human services organization founded in 1943. Today, it is the largest provider of licensed outpatient community behavioral health services and one of the largest human service agencies in Westchester County. WJCS delivers innovative programs and services and compassionate care to more than 20,000 people of all ages and backgrounds throughout the county.
About the role
In this role, you will serve as the first clinical point of contact for individuals entering services. This role focuses exclusively on completing intake and assessment processes in a warm, trauma-informed, and efficient manner. The Intake Clinician ensures clients are welcomed, engaged, and connected to care as quickly as possible. This is a fully in-person role.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial initial assessments.
- Provide scheduled and rapid access same-day intake evaluations.
- Assess safety risks and respond appropriately.
- Develop initial service recommendations and care plans.
- Facilitate warm handoffs to ongoing providers.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams.
- Complete 5 to 7 services daily comprised of initial and continuing evaluation appointments.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling.
- NYS licensure or limited permit (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC) required.
- Experience conducting behavioral health assessments.
- Strong engagement, and written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with computer skills and electronic health records.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse, multicultural populations.
- Bilingual English/Spanish fluency required.
Schedule
Monday–Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM.
Pay
The salary range for this full-time position is $70,000–$85,000, determined by licensure. Additionally, WJCS offers supplemental income opportunities.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Comprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- 403(b) Plan and an Agency-Paid Pension Plan
- Ongoing Professional Development and Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursements
- Disability and life insurance
- Staff appreciation events and employee mental health and wellness initiatives