You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a licensed clinician to join their team and deliver innovative services addressing the behavioral health needs of older adults. As part of the Thrive NYC initiative, the program aims to expand access to mental health care by co-locating a satellite mental health clinic in local senior centers. This position offers flexibility with the option of part-time or full-time work, potentially including a comprehensive benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize outreach strategies to engage older adults in mental health services in senior centers.
• Provide evidence-based mental health interventions in individual and group settings.
• Use screening tools to assess mental health needs of older clients.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team conferences, treatment planning, and discharge planning.
• Deliver a full range of psychiatric social services to an assigned client caseload.
• Conduct group psychotherapy services for clients and families under psychiatric supervision.
• Participate in staff committees, program planning, and community events.
• Complete required case records and reports using computers.
• Represent the agency at various events and meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Possession of or candidacy for a New York State License in Clinical Social Work or Clinical Psychology. LMSW, LMHC, LCAT, or LMFT may be considered.
• Proficiency in English and Spanish languages.
• Strong writing and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to travel via mass transit.
• Sensitivity to the roles of race, religion, ethnicity, and other personal values in client interactions.

Skills

• Proficiency in social work and record-keeping.
• Ability to travel or negotiate barriers in clients' residences.
• Preferred skills include Spanish language proficiency.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

Required Employment / Compliance Language

Medix complies with all applicable employment laws and regulations. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a policy of providing employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

^*As a job position within our Care Management division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, access and handling of patient medical records, providing medical care inside a patient’s residential address, driving, prescription and other drug access and administration, and working with vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.