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Overview:

WJCS currently has two part-time (21 hours/week) Clinician positions available with our Trager Lemp Center for Trauma & Resilience. This role provides outpatient mental health services to persons who have been clinically impacted by crime and/or other traumatic life events. The work is with children and adults impacted by crime, including victims of sexual abuse and family violence, families affected by COVID and racial injustice, and those who are from the LGBT and undocumented communities.

The salary range for these part-time positions is $39,000 - $45,000, and the locations are Hartsdale and Peekskill.

Responsibilities:

As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

+ Conduct comprehensive intake assessments and develop written treatment plans with the client (collaborative documentation) in compliance with OMH regulations.

+ Provide appropriate clinical documentation and agency reports -- inclusive of electronic health records, monthly statistical reports, surveys, clinician’s schedule, etc. -- in a timely and appropriate manner.

+ Provide treatment in various modalities, including individual, family, and group therapy, for ongoing treatment cases.

+ Provide client crisis intervention, as needed.

+ Maintain necessary patient-related contacts with other agencies, outside service providers and community resources (courts, schools, etc.), including written and phone contact, and in-person visits as needed.

+ Professionally represent the agency at community meetings and in the media.

+ Consult with other members of the interdisciplinary team in a professional and collegial manner.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications:

+ LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT required

+ Experience with trauma-focused care, particularly for those impacted by violence or systemic trauma

+ Familiarity with evidence-based practices for both children and adults

+ Strong clinical, writing, organizational, and communication skills

+ Knowledge of community resources and ability to coordinate care

+ Flexibility to work in community settings (e.g., homes, schools) when needed

+ Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

What WJCS has to offer you:

In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package (pro-rated for part-time), including:

+ Generous paid time off

+ Comprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

+ 403(b) Plan and an Agency-Paid Pension Plan

+ Ongoing Professional Development and Training

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Tuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursements

+ Disability and life insurance

+ Staff appreciation events and employee mental health and wellness initiatives

Why join Westchester Jewish Community Services:

Founded in 1943, WJCS provides a vast range of supportive community services each year to 20,000 people of all ages and backgrounds. Across every division, WJCS employees are connected by their shared values and commitment to helping those in need.

We are dedicated to ensuring dignity and respect for all employees in an environment that values diversity, experience, and merit. We are committed to racial justice and equal opportunity, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, class, ability, sexual orientation, and gender identity differences—for employment, professional development, and advancement for qualified individuals.

WJCS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER