Licensed Mental Health Specialist
Child Center of NYNew York, New York, United States
Posted January 11, 2022
Full Time
About the Company
The Child Center of NY is a leading provider of comprehensive child and family services across New York City and Long Island. Since its founding in 1953, the organization has grown to 60 locations staffed by more than 1,100 professionals who deliver evidence-based programs in six core domains—early childhood education, behavioral health, integrated health homes, prevention and family support, youth development, and residential services. The Center’s mission is to strengthen families and build resilient communities by closing the gap in under-resourced neighborhoods, offering individualized counseling, mentoring, and abuse prevention initiatives. Its integrated care model and commitment to innovation enable children from birth to adulthood to achieve healthy, fulfilling futures. The Child Center of NY is recognized for its community-centric approach, data-driven outcomes, and a diverse workforce that reflects the populations it serves.
Job Description
The Licensed Mental Health Specialist works with children, adolescents, and their families to prevent the progression of behavioral health needs through early symptom identification and intervention.
Requirements
- Licensed Psychanalyst; Licensed Clinical Social Worker; Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist; Licensed Mental Health Counselor; and/or Licensed Master Social Worker
- Successful completion of the Mandated Reporter training
- Ability to work amongst diverse social, cultural, and economic groups
- Excellent written, verbal, and listening skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Excellent time management skills
- Bilingual (highly preferred) in one or more of the following: Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali and others
