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CN Guidance and Counseling Services lists this Criminal Justice Specialist opportunity in plainview, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
nJOB DEFINITION:
nWork with the CN Guidance FACT Team to deliver services to those individuals who are diagnosed with severe mental illness and whose needs have not been met by more traditional service delivery approaches.
nnEDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
nMasters Degree in Counseling or related field, with LMSW, LMHC-LP, LMFT-LP, LCAT-LP
nnEXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
nCompetency in substance abuse, family support, or vocational rehabilitation must be demonstrated by at least one year of training and/or experience in integrated mental health and substance abuse assessment and treatment. Experience working with formally incarcerated clients and/or working with justice involved clients. Knowledge of violence risk assessments and court procedures are a plus.
nnDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
nnPerform routine team duties, and have lead responsibility for justice involved clients with regards to integrating dual-recovery treatment, family support or vocational/employment training with the tasks of other team members.
nComplete any required AOT, parole, probation, or court progress reports and escort consumers to related hearings and appointments
nInvolve family, significant others, housing providers, defense attorney, and/or community corrections to ensures compliance with regulations and coordination of services.
nAssist the ACT team and consumer in the development of service plan goals and objectives that promote reductions in criminogenic risk and prosocial community living
nCoordinate with jail and prison reentry coordinators and visit consumers during detention to facilitate their safe and successful reenter
nCoordinate, advocate and liaise with probation and parole officers
nResponsible for providing Assessment and Service Planning, Quality Assurance and Improvement Processes, Utilization Review, incident reporting and coordination between Forensic ACT and other systems.
nEngage in performing assessments, case management, handling crisis intervention, and discharge planning.
nMaintains case records and completing documentation on time and in a matter in compliance with federal, state and agency regulations.
nProvides direct, face-to-face and/or collateral services to recipients either in the Forensic ACT Office or in the community in places and situations where problems arise.
nResponsible for periodic on call coverage to be arranged in advance with the Team Leader
nAssists recipients in developing appropriate expectations from treatment.
nStrengthens the ability of the recipient to understand and utilize therapy and find resources after treatment has ended through proper discharge planning and termination process.
nUtilizes and understand the value of supervision, which increases practice skills, promotes better services for the recipient and preserves accountability to the Agency
nFacilitate sharing of data with the individuals to whom it applies to facilitate partnered decision-making and to keep clients informed of progress
nComplete QI Training during onboarding and participate in QI refresher training as needed.
nAbility to cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views and experiences. A Culture that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.
nAdherence to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment by following established safety guidelines.
nHealth and Safety Awareness: Include any relevant knowledge or experience regarding health and safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment for all employees.
nOther duties as assigned.
n nBENEFITS:
nWe offer an attractive and competitive benefits package for full time employees which includes but not limited to:
nnMedical
nDental
nVision
n$0 Deductible Platinum Plus Medical Insurance Plan - 90% Employer Provided Benefit
nFlexible Spending Account
n403(b) retirement plan
nLong Term and Short Term Disability
nLegal Plan
nDependent Care Expense Account
nLife Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance
nPet Insurance
nHRA
nTraining programs including a Mentorship program
nEmployees may be eligible for Federal/Public Student Loan Forgiveness
nCareer growth and Promotional opportunities
nEmployee Perks and Discounts to Broadway shows and more
n n5 Personal Days, 10-20 Vacation Days, 12 Sick Days, 12 Company Paid Holidays-yearly and so much more.
n nIf interested please apply via this ad or fax your resume to HR DIRECTOR, CAROL OTERO at .
n nCN Guidance & Counseling Services , inspires and catalyzes recovery for people living with mental health and substance use conditions through innovative and person-centered integrated clinical treatment, counseling, housing, and support services.
nnAwarded Newsday/Dan papers Top Long Island Work Place , 8 years in a row.
nEvery job and every team at our agency plays a role in helping other Long Islanders live healthy and fulfilling lives.
nEngage your passion and CHOOSE a career & employer where you can use your vital energy to make a difference.
n nIt is the policy of CN Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. CN Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.'
Worksite address
plainview, NY, 11803, US
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