Clinical Coordinator, Alternatives to Incarceration - Community Health Action : Job Details

Job Type Full-timeDescriptionTitle: Clinical Coordinator, Alternatives to IncarcerationDepartment: Health Care CoordinationReports To: Director of Justice InitiativesLocation: 56 Bay Street 4th floor, Staten Island, NY 10301Position Status: Full-Time FLSA Status: Non-exemptPay Rate/Benefits: The pay range for this role is generally $55,000-$60,000 annually, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. Additionally, we offer an excellent benefits package that includes generous paid time off (4 weeks of vacation plus paid holidays, personal, and sick time), medical, dental, vision, supplemental benefits including employer provided basic life insurance and employee assistance programs, tuition reimbursement and fitness reimbursement after 1 year of employment, a retirement plan that includes employer matching, and more! Community Health Action of Staten Island (CHASI) drives dramatic improvements in the health of New Yorkers by feeding people who are hungry, healing families broken apart by violence, and bridging the gaps between people and the compassionate health care they deserve. CHASI provides outreach, education, prevention, and direct support services for populations most affected by health disparities - people with low or no income, low-income people with chronic illnesses, people with criminal justice involvement, people who use drugs, domestic violence survivors, people of color, and the LGBTQ community. POSITION SUMMARY:The Alternative to Incarceration (ATI) program provides case management for those who are involved with the legal system and exhibit the need for substance use and/ or mental health treatment. The program facilitates access to care, treatment, and social services with the long-term goal of preventing future arrests and incarceration and managing their healthcare. The Clinical Coordinator will provide clinical support to the team by reviewing treatment plans, participating in case conferences, and addressing mental health crises. The program operates through a team approach, with the client as the active participant in the team. Services are strength-based and trauma-informed. The counseling services provided by the Clinical Coordinator will be short-term and will conclude once the member is connected to long-term mental health services in the community or completes their program mandate. Additionally, the Clinical Coordinator will complete assessments such as biopsychosocial evaluations and connect clients to other resources such as housing. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Oversees treatment planning and treatment plan execution in coordination with the Director of Justice Initiatives.Provides strengths-based & trauma-related, short term counseling supportive services. Provides administrative and/or clinical supervision to program staff. Completes comprehensive biopsychosocial evaluations, safety planning, and/or risk assessments with clients. Coordinates services designed to integrate substance use treatment, mental health, and other recovery support services for program participants. Prepares documentation required to submit client's progress to court. Attends team and departmental meetings, trainings, and external provider meetings. Participates in Quality Assurance activities and Quality improvement projects.Perform all functions in alignment with CHASI's Mission, Vision, and Core Values The above is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions, and the essential requirements for the performance of the job; it is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all the job functions. RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS:Master's degree in social work or mental health counseling required. Licensure such as LMSW, LMHC preferred. At least 2 years of experience providing Mental Health and/or Substance use counseling or other relevant populations required. At least one year of formal or informal supervisory experience preferred. Experience utilizing trauma-informed care and harm reduction models.Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred.Cultural competency and interest in health care equity, social justice, and public health.Experience collaborating within a multi-disciplinary, diverse team, maintaining a healthy work environment that encourages equity, professionalism, respect, diversity, and continuous professional growth and improvement.Ability to work independently and be a team player with shared responsibility and accountability; ability to contribute to a positive, productive, open, and supportive environment that motivates others to perform at their best. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including capability to listen and follow instructions; able to give, provide direction and follow up on tasks; high attention to detail and accuracy. Be highly organized and able to multitask. CHASI is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring and supporting a diverse staff. People of color, LGBTQ, women, and people with disabilities strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability or marital status.