Clinical Specialist I

Clinical Specialist I

Requirements

• Minimum of HS Diploma or GED
• Enrolled in 350-hour educational program or completion of one-time requirements within 3 months of hire.
• At least one year of experience in the substance use, mental health, or human services field; and
• Must possess a valid New York State Driver’s license and reliable automobile

Responsibilities

• Documents individual progress in accordance with agency policy and procedure.
• Prepares discharge summaries in accordance with agency policy and procedure.
• Provides case management, including enhancement of adult daily living skills. Meets with residents regularly to monitor progress.
• Makes referrals, coordinates services and maintains regular ongoing consultations with other providers, legal agencies, community organizations etc. to ensure smooth transitions and minimizes fragmentation of services.
• Helps the resident to identify and link with community agencies, resources and supports.
• Coordinates educational and/or vocational skill development.
• Organizes and maintains case records.
• Assists with the admission process and orientation of new residents as needed.
• Ensures the safety of all residents during assigned hours.
• Responds to all immediate social or housekeeping issues as they arise.
• Provides breathalyzer and toxicology screening as needed.
• Responds to any crises and emergencies.
• Completes data input into the agency database.
• Responds in a professional and responsible manner to incidents involving contagious diseases (i.e., HIV, Hepatitis B, TB etc.).
• Assists with the program’s medication self-administration policies and procedures.
• Assists with transportation as needed.
• Facilitates the resident government’s program guidelines.
• Provides resident education.
• Serves on agency committees as requested.
• Carries out additional duties essential to the above-stated responsibilities as assigned.
• Is mindful of and integrates Trauma-Informed Care and its five principles in all duties and interactions with fellow staff, residents, and external partners.
• Maintains compliance with all required rules and regulations including Federal Confidentiality (42 CFR, Part 2), HIPAA, Medicaid and/or HUD, and any others.
• Regular attendance at work location.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Please note all of the above essential duties and responsibilities will include intensive supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.