Job Description

LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT - Rush, NY (#R10142)

Location:  Rush, NY
Employment Type: Full-time (30-40 hours/week)
Hourly Rate: $40.00 - $42.00/hour

About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing:

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a leading nationwide recruitment agency dedicated to connecting healthcare professionals with top-tier opportunities. We partner with hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices to match talented individuals with roles that align with their skills and career goals.

Position Overview:

Provide critical mental health services to justice-involved youth (13-21) at a detention center. Deliver trauma-informed therapy, crisis intervention, and rehabilitation support to promote positive behavioral change during incarceration.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: Industry-leading hourly rates $40.00/hr - $42.00/hr.
  
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  • Sick days
  • Health insurance
  • Matching 401k
• Work Schedule: Monday–Friday (30-40 hours/week), on-site
  
• Caseload: Average of 15 youth per week.
• Professional Growth: Develop specialized expertise in juvenile justice mental health within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications:

• Education: Master’s in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or Marriage & Family Therapy
• Licensure: Active NYS license (LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT)
• Experience: 3+ years post-licensure; juvenile justice/trauma experience preferred
• Technical Skills: Crisis intervention, treatment planning
• Soft Skills: Cultural sensitivity, staff training, collaborative care
• Bilingual: (English/Spanish desirable but not required).

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct one-on-one sessions with youth (ages 13–21) to assess mental health needs and provide therapeutic support.
• Facilitate group sessions to address common behavioral health topics, coping strategies, and peer support.
• Manage and coordinate care for youth, including referrals and collaboration with internal health services and external agencies.
• Provide consultation to detention center staff regarding youth behavioral health.
• Deliver training to staff on behavioral health, trauma-informed care, and best practices for working with at-risk youth.
• Develop and update policies and procedures related to mental health care within the facility.
• Educate youth on behavioral health topics, coping skills, and rehabilitation strategies.
• Maintain confidential clinical records and prepare required documentation in accordance with county and legal standards.
• Work closely with the Center’s health services clinic, other County departments, and outside agencies to ensure comprehensive care.
• Contribute to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of mental health programs and interventions at the Center.
• Ensure all services are delivered in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Monroe County policies.
• Respond to mental health crises as needed, providing immediate support and intervention

How to Apply: 

Ready to make an impact with at-risk youth? Submit your Resume/CV to [email protected]  or call (800) 608-4025 .

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing – Empowering Healthcare Professionals, Enriching Lives.

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