Location: Brentwood,NY, USA
Mental Health Specialist for Minor Victims of Trafficking
Organizational Profile: S.T.R.O.N.G. Youth, Inc. is a leading youth, family, and community development organization with a specialized focus on preventing and intervening in youth, gang, and gun violence. Our mission is to foster safety and cultivate a sense of community belonging among youth and families throughout Long Island and its neighboring regions. We achieve this by offering constructive alternatives to high-risk behaviors for young people and empowering families, residents, and stakeholders to champion socially responsible initiatives within their communities.
Program Description: Our intervention program is dedicated to equipping juveniles navigating the intersection of human trafficking and street life with the education, skills, and support necessary for sustainable life transformation. Our comprehensive program encompasses mental health services for both youth and their families, personalized case management, mentorship opportunities, hands-on experiential learning, and peer support and advocacy initiatives.
Position Description: A compassionate and dedicated mental health specialist to join our team in providing trauma-informed mental health services to minor victims of trafficking. The specialist will support survivors' healing and recovery, helping them overcome trauma and rebuild their lives in a safe and supportive environment.
All staff are expected to represent S.T.R.O.N.G. Youth, Inc. professionally, act in a manner consistent with the mission and values of S.T.R.O.N.G. Youth, Inc., and help realize the organization's mission.
Responsibilities:
Provide Individual and Group Therapy:
Conduct Crisis Intervention and Safety Planning:
Collaborate with Multidisciplinary Team:
Provide Psychoeducation and Skill-Building
Maintain Documentation and Compliance:
Education, Licenses and/or Certifications Required:
Minimum Experience and Skills Required:
Working Conditions:
The position is guaranteed through Dec. 31, 2024.
Salary: Commensurate with educational and professional experience.
$45-$50/hr for 14-21 hours a week.
Benefits:
Program Location: Western Suffolk County, New York
Days & Hours: Part-time. The position entails dealing with youth and families in crisis, so the candidate must have a flexible schedule. The hours are mainly late morning into evening, with weekends as needed.
Patient demographics: Adolescents and families
STRONG Youth, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. We consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status
Women-led organization
Inclusive of minority and disadvantaged groups or disability status.
STRONG Youth, Inc. is committed to the safety and well-being of our clients and staff. As such, all employees must undergo background checks and adhere to strict ethical and professional standards.
All qualified applicants, please send resume to HR@
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