CCSI seeks multiple full-time (evening) and per diem Forensic Intervention Team Specialists in Monroe County, NY, to provide de-escalation, clinical assessment, evaluation, diversion from hospitalization, and care coordination/referrals during mental health-related 911 calls. This position requires an LMHC, LMSW, LCSW, licensed psychoanalyst, doctorate in psychology, or PRN/RN, or MSW/MHHS + 5 years experience. Must be able to assess clients and take appropriate action, build collaborative relationships with first responders and treatment providers, apply de-escalation and trauma-informed techniques, and work independently. Must be able to satisfactorily complete all required background screenings, have regular access to a NYS registered, insured, and inspected vehicle with a minimum of $300,000 personal liability on auto insurance policy, and willing to carry a police radio during shift. CCSI offers a market-competitive salary and a generous benefits package including 28 days of PTO and employer contributions to retirement.

The Behavioral Health Social Worker/Mental Health Counselor will work directly with patients, with primary care providers and health advocates crafting, facilitating, and maintaining care plans tailored to patients’ needs. You’ll conduct care coordination and assessments to identify barriers to seeking medical and behavioral health care. You will be the primary liaison with community organizations. You will:
Consult with patients, understanding and identifying their social needs to matching them to resources
Collaborate with a team to craft personalized care plans
Provide support and guidance to an interdisciplinary care team
Conduct psychosocial evaluations (including mental status exams), translate to care plan goals, provide crisis intervention, provide short-term evidenced based therapy, as needed
Foster meaningful relationships with organizations in the community

This is a field-based patient care and support in Syracuse, NY at $60,000-$70,000

We are looking for: LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, 1 to 3 years post-master’s experience working with the behavioral health population/in a behavioral health or integrated primary care setting, conducting community-based work. Able to asses for and intervene SMI and SUDs. Conducting psychosocial assessments and creating plans of care