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  • Seamen’s Society for Children and Families
    Supervisor - Preventive Family Treatment and Rehabilitation
    Supervisor - Preventive Family Treatment and Rehabilitation
    10 days ago
    $68000–$70000 yearly
    Full-time
    Mid Island, Staten Island

    About Us For over 175 years, Seamen’s Society has been dedicated to helping children survive, thrive, and succeed. Our programs provide critical support to vulnerable children and families, and we are looking for passionate, dedicated professionals to join us in making a difference. If you’re seeking a rewarding career where your work truly matters, we invite you to be part of our mission. With opportunities in Brooklyn and Staten Island, we offer competitive salaries, career growth potential, and a comprehensive benefits package. Seamen’s Society for Children and Families is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Take the next step in your career and help create brighter futures for children and families, apply today! Supervisor - Preventive Family Treatment and Rehabilitation Role Summary: This position is responsible for supervising a unit within the Family Treatment and Rehabilitation (FT/R) program. The supervisor oversees all staffing functions including hiring, scheduling, case assignments, employee relations, and performance evaluations. They ensure program compliance with ACS, Connections, and PROMIS requirements, and manage key functions such as Family Team Conferences, Clinical Diagnostic Team meetings, and QA documentation. The role requires strong leadership, clinical knowledge, organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and community partners to support at-risk families and meet agency goals. Duties and Responsibilities: • Conducts joint interviews with Director and makes hiring decisions for their unit., • Manages staff work hours and schedules., • Manages all case assignments and distribution of work., • Manages and documents employee complaints within the unit., • Manages employee progressive discipline when required., • Provide direct supervision to FT/R staff ensuring the program meets all mandates., • Assist walk ins., • Manages Family Team Conferences, Clinical Diagnostic Team meetings with families that result in a service plan for the family., • Ensure that all reporting requirements with Connections and PROMIS are completed and all ACS requirements for the programs are met., • Responsible to interact with the program monitors to ensure programs are successful and at full capacity., • Maintain a positive relationship with community networks and with appropriate agencies and community groups to benefit the programs and the agency., • Conduct employee evaluations., • Conduct quarterly case record reviews (physical records).Complete monthly case review and enter note in Connections., • Work in collaboration with the QA dept to monitor FASP’s, casework contacts and other QA mandates and ensure FTC’s are scheduled and held., • Provide back-up for other supervisors in the Preventive programs Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: • Knowledge and experience providing clinical interventions and counseling services for families., • Ability to manage and supervise all staff., • Excellent interpersonal, organizational and computer skills., • Skills with crisis intervention and community networking, • Ability to work independently., • Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation Qualifications/Requirements: • MSW/LMSW and experience working with families required., • 3+years of progressive supervisory experience, • Due to the nature of the work environment work hours will be based on needs of program and may vary., • Our Agency operates in 2 locations: Staten Island and Brooklyn. In rare occasions you may be temporarily transferred to either site to meet program needs., • Performs other duties/responsibilities as assigned within scope of position

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  • Mentalzon
    Mental Health Counselor (Remote)
    Mental Health Counselor (Remote)
    29 days ago
    $35–$50 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    A Call for Licensed Counselors, Therapists, and Social Workers to Expand Their Private Practice Are you a licensed mental health professional who has built a thriving practice rooted in your community—whether in a bustling city like Denver or a quiet suburb near Atlanta? We recognize the dedication it takes to foster a space for healing and growth. We now invite you to amplify that impact. This is an opportunity for independent, licensed counselors to transcend geographic boundaries, connect with a broader clientele, and embrace the autonomy of a remote practice, all while retaining full control of your clinical work. Mentalzon is a professional collective designed to champion the independent practitioner. We are not an employer, but a collaborative network that provides the visibility and tools for you to grow your private practice on your own terms. Our focus is on connecting individuals seeking genuine support with dedicated, qualified counselors like you. Your Impact as an Independent Counselor: • Client-Centered Counseling: Deliver compassionate and effective remote counseling sessions, drawing on your unique skills and therapeutic orientation to guide clients toward their goals., • Ensuring a Professional Space: Create and uphold a secure, confidential, and HIPAA-compliant virtual setting that serves as a safe container for the therapeutic relationship., • Deep Ethical Commitment: Practice with unwavering integrity, adhering to the highest ethical principles as defined by your respective state and professional licensing board (e.g., ACA, NASW, AAMFT)., • Entrepreneurial Spirit: Operate as the true owner of your practice. You have complete freedom to manage your schedule, determine your own fees, and cultivate the caseload that best suits your expertise., • Lifelong Learning: Demonstrate a commitment to your professional growth through continued education, consultation, or other activities that enrich your clinical practice. Who We Are Looking For: Core Qualifications: • Master's Degree: A Master's Degree from an accredited institution in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related mental health field., • Independent State Licensure: A current, unrestricted license to provide mental health services independently in at least one U.S. state (e.g., LPC, LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, LCPC). This is an essential requirement., • Telehealth Readiness: A clear understanding of and adherence to the legal and ethical requirements for providing telehealth in the state(s) where you are licensed to practice., • Post-Licensure Experience: A minimum of two years of experience providing counseling/psychotherapy after receiving your independent license., • Professional Telehealth Setup: Access to a private, quiet workspace with a reliable, high-speed internet connection to ensure professional, high-quality, and HIPAA-compliant video sessions. Preferred Attributes: • Specialized Training: Certifications or advanced training in specific populations or modalities (e.g., trauma-informed care, Gottman Method, IFS, solution-focused therapy)., • Private Practice Experience: A proven track record of successfully managing a private practice caseload is highly valued., • Collaborative Spirit: An interest in being part of a professional community dedicated to excellence and mutual support. Why Partner with Mentalzon? • Complete Clinical Independence: You are the expert. We provide the connection, but your clinical judgment, therapeutic style, and practice policies remain entirely your own., • Financial Freedom: 100% of Your Rate: Step away from the demands of insurance panels and billing complexities. You set your rate, and you keep it all. Payments are direct from client to you, with zero commissions., • Practice Without Borders: Offer your services to a wider range of clients within your licensed state(s), reaching individuals who need your specific skills but may live outside your immediate area., • Quality Client Matching: Increase your visibility to individuals who are actively and intentionally seeking a licensed counselor, leading to more aligned and successful therapeutic relationships. Begin Your Journey with Us: • Share Your Story (Apply): Submit your application through our straightforward online portal, creating a profile that reflects your professional background and clinical philosophy., • Verification of Credentials: We will securely review your submitted Master's degree and active state license(s) to ensure community quality and trust., • Tailor Your Public Profile: Once verified, you can customize your public-facing profile, outlining your specialties, availability, and session fees., • Welcome New Clients: With your profile live, you'll be ready to receive inquiries from prospective clients and begin the rewarding work of building your remote practice.

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