Mental Health Clinician
RiseWell Community Services
Summary
RiseWell Community Services is seeking a Full Time Social Worker to provide services at the Safe Options Support (SOS) – Team in Queens, NY. This is an exciting opportunity for a clinician who is looking to transform community healthcare in NYC and making long lasting positive changes in the lives of homeless New Yorkers.
Job description
Job Overview
The Licensed Mental Health Professional will play a pivotal role on one of Governor’s newly launched innovative Safe Options Support (SOS) teams, that will provide comprehensive care to street homeless or subway dwelling individuals. The multi-disciplinary SOS team will consist of a Team leader, Licensed Clinicians, Care Managers, a Registered Nurse, and a Peer Specialist. The team will support program participants in the community through the application of the highly acclaimed, Critical Time Intervention, evidence-based, model of care.
The Mental Health Clinician’s role will involve community outreach on the streets and subways, coordinating participants needs before and after their move from street to home, enhancing their daily living skills, providing supportive counselling, and advocating on their behalf when faced with discrimination or healthcare inequities. Member choice, harm reduction, non-coercion, flexibility and person-centered core elements are essential to this team. The SOS teams will continue to follow participants for several months after housing placement to ensure their stability, independence and wellbeing in their new community. The role will require field-based work, periodic on call coverage, and a willingness to work flexible hours.
Requirements
- Master’s degree or higher in social work, mental health counseling, nursing or psychology
- Obtaining a license within six months of employment
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Matching
- Long Term Disability
- Short Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Calm App Subscription
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Paid Training
- Supplemental Accident Insurance
- Supplemental Illness Insurance
- Supplemental Hospitalization Insurance
- Professional Advancement Support
- Employee Perks
- Federal Public Loan Forgiveness
Company overview
RiseWell Community Services is a mental health care organization dedicated to providing comprehensive behavioral health services to communities in need. As a community-focused healthcare provider, RiseWell offers a range of mental health support services including counseling, therapy, crisis intervention, and community outreach programs. The organization specializes in delivering accessible mental health care to underserved populations, with a particular emphasis on creating supportive environments for individuals facing mental health challenges. RiseWell Community Services operates with a mission to promote mental wellness and resilience through evidence-based practices and community-centered approaches. Their services likely include individual and group therapy sessions, mental health education, prevention programs, and coordination with other community resources to ensure holistic care. The organization plays a vital role in addressing mental health disparities by providing culturally competent services and reducing barriers to mental health treatment. RiseWell's community-based model emphasizes early intervention, prevention, and ongoing support to help individuals achieve better mental health outcomes and improve overall quality of life.