Job Title: Social Workers Employment Type: Contract Work Hours: 40 hrs./week Work site: 100% Onsite Location: 50 East Ct St, Hudson, NY 12534 Job Duration: 2 Years Closing: 05/21/2024. Minimum Education:
- Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Work Experience:
- Minimum of one year of experience in a relevant field
Job Duties:
- Provide therapeutic services to forensic patients
- Serve as a primary therapist conducting individual therapy
- Complete mental health assessments and documentation including:
- Core History
- Suicide Assessments/Risk Assessments - Weekly/Monthly Progress Notes - Treatment Plans - Discharge Plans
- Facilitate group therapy sessions
- Follow policy and procedure for all documentation and therapeutic practices
Preferred Skills:
- Strong understanding of mental health practices and procedures
- Experience working with forensic patients or incarcerated individuals
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- bility to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
Misc. Information:
- Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Candidates must submit to TB testing and have a recent flu shot.
- The role may involve contact with incarcerated individuals.
- Candidate will be also subject to CNYPC orientation.
- Parking is free, and necessary IDs/equipment will be provided with no deposit required.
- The facility is not on a bus route, so personal transportation is necessary.
- Professional attire is required; no jeans, sneakers, or sandals.
- security officer is stationed in the unit to ensure staff safety; staff are never alone with incarcerated individuals.
- Interview will be conducted in-person or online based on the availability.
The Nexus Staff Difference:
- Our outstanding healthcare coverage, including dental and vision, begins in just 30 days after you join us.
- We offer weekly payments via ACH (Automated Clearing House).
- Serving as Prime Vendors to New York State and New York City for over 10 years.