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Company Overview: Upward Health is an in-home, multidisciplinary medical group providing 24/7 whole-person care. Our clinical team treats physical, behavioral, and social health needs when and where a patient needs help. Everyone on our team from our doctors, nurses, and Care Specialists to our HR, Technology, and Business Services staff are driven by a desire to improve the lives of our patients. We are able to treat a wide range of needs – everything from addressing poorly controlled blood sugar to combatting anxiety to accessing medically tailored meals – because we know that health requires care for the whole person. It’s no wonder 98% of patients report being fully satisfied with Upward Health! Job Title & Role Description: The Care Specialist is a key member of the team responsible for delivering chronic care management to high-complexity patients. The Care Specialist primarily works in patients' homes and communities (90% of the time) and engages in virtual care (10% of the time). This role involves direct outreach to patients, guiding them through the enrollment process, facilitating virtual appointments with providers, and ensuring that patients adhere to care plans. By building relationships, coordinating care, and providing education, the Care Specialist plays a critical role in promoting health, preventing unnecessary hospitalizations, and improving patient outcomes. Skills Required: • Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience (e.g., Community Health Worker, Peer Support Specialist, Medical Assistant, etc.)., • High school diploma or GED required., • A valid driver’s license, auto liability insurance, and reliable transportation to travel within the assigned territory., • Experience in chronic care management or working with chronically ill/elderly patients., • Technologically proficient with basic computer skills (typing, using EMR systems)., • Experience with motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, and care coordination., • Strong interpersonal communication skills with the ability to engage patients and team members effectively., • Ability to prioritize tasks, manage schedules, and work independently in an unstructured environment., • Multi-lingual skills are a plus but not required. Adaptability & Resilience: Care Coordination: NY pay range$21—$24 USD

Job DescriptionDescription: Mental Health Association of Nassau County (MHANC) is a not-for-profit membership organization dedicated to improving mental health in our community through advocacy, education, program development, and the delivery of direct services. Our organization is looking for a motivated individual with a calling to help adults with mental illness by becoming a CORE Peer Specialist. Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment (CORE) services is a program serving individuals living with severe and persistent mental illness. This program serves Medicaid HARP enrollees and works to assist individuals in reaching their recovery goals. Services provided include Psychosocial Rehabilitation, which incorporates education and employment goals, and Peer Support. There is an extensive and broad range of services that include but are not limited to the improvement of daily living skills, managing finances, obtaining or improving safe and affordable housing, furthering one’s education, obtaining employment, achieving personal recovery and/or resilience, improving family and interpersonal relationships, preventing social isolation, connecting with effective and comprehensive behavioral health and primary care, and full community integration. The CORE Services Certified Peer Specialist is responsible for delivering Peer Support as well as the other direct care services offered within the CORE program. The CORE Services Certified Peer Specialist is responsible for ensuring members receive person-centered, trauma-informed and culturally competent services with a rehabilitation and recovery focus in their homes or their community. This role is responsible for facilitating the utilization of natural resources and the enhancement of recovery-oriented principles with the intention to assist individuals with initiating recovery, maintaining health and wellness, and enhancing the quality of personal and family life for long-term recovery. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Oversee and manage a caseload of members that are enrolled in the CORE services program, seeing them on a 1:1 basis as needed, wanted, and defined by an individualized service plan., • Help individuals work on goals such as community connectedness, development of natural resources, physical and mental health wellness, education, employment, self-help, and independent living skills., • Provide services in a person-centered, goal-oriented, trauma informed and culturally competent approach which includes advocacy, outreach and engagement, self-help tools, recovery supports, transitional supports, pre-crisis and crisis supports., • Assist in selecting and utilizing self-directed and evidence-based recovery tools, including but not limited to Wellness and Recovery Plans (WRAP) or Relapse Prevention Planning, with members to develop skills for long-term recovery., • Provide health coaching and recovery support, especially on issues of self-advocacy, wellness self-management, medication adherence, smoking cessation, entitlements, and daily living activities., • Assist with and coordinate transportation to appointments, including provision of travel training as needed., • Accompany members to behavioral health, medical and/or other appointments to support and facilitate engagement and follow through as needed., • Coordinate and communicate care planning with other providers of services., • Attend and participate in collaborative CORE team meetings., • Act as a linkage to community services including medical, behavioral, residential, entitlement and any other needed services., • Maintain compliance with all New York State Office of Mental Health policies and procedures., • Maintain organized and accurate documents and client records using AWARDS - electronic health record (EHR) database., • Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor., • Produce comprehensive and descriptive progress notes with time, location, intervention and follow-up needed., • Document every service with strict deadlines, • Complete required extensive trainings and pass post-training test in the areas of psychosocial rehabilitation, trauma-informed care, person-centered care, motivational interviewing, substance use disorders, and mental healthRequirements: Education & Experience • High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred., • NYS Peer Certification (Provisional or Full Certification), OR NY Certified Peer Recovery Advocate (NYCRPA) Certification as well as maintaining this certification which is necessary to maintain active job status, • Lived experience required: personal experience living with a disability, history of mental health challenge and/or substance abuse and willingness to draw upon this experience to serve as a role model to support the recovery goals of individuals served, • Working knowledge of computer software and electronic health record systems, • Demonstrated competency in written, verbal and computational skills to present and document records in accordance with program standards, • Knowledge of Medicaid, Social Security, and other entitlement systems, • Excellent interpersonal skills required, • Ability and willingness to regularly travel using public transportation throughout the boroughs and have flexibility in hourly/weekly schedule, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external colleagues, • Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel, and Outlook), • Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service, • Ability to work independently and to conduct assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices

Job Description JOB DEFINITION: The Certified Peer Specialist functions as a member of the Intensive Crisis Stabilization Center to assist with the outreach, support and coordination of care for those eligible Nassau County residents Peer Specialist will serve as a role model and/or health coach for clients. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: • High School Diploma or equivalent required., • Peer certification (NYCPS, CRPA, or FPA) required. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Relevant life experience required: personal experience living with a disability and/or social/emotional challenge, and willingness to draw upon this experience to serve as a role model to support the recovery model within Health Home model. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Provide health coaching and recovery support, especially on issues of self-advocacy, wellness self-management, medication adherence, smoking cessation, entitlements, and daily living activities., • Maintains documents, records, statistics, and other related reports in an organized, timely and accurate manner as per policy and procedure., • Coordinates care planning with other providers of services/ resources to ensure goal directed, collaborative care, including care transitions., • Provides crisis intervention., • Facilitate sharing of data with the individuals to whom it applies to facilitate partnered decision-making and to keep clients informed of progress, • Complete QI Training during onboarding and participate in QI refresher training as needed., • Ability 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., • Adherence 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., • Health and Safety Awareness: Include any relevant knowledge or experience regarding health and safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment for all employees. We offer an attractive and competitive benefits package for full time employees which includes but not limited to: • Medical, • Dental, • Vision, • $0 Deductible Platinum Plus Medical Insurance Plan - 90% Employer Provided Benefit, • Flexible Spending Account, • 403(b) retirement plan, • Long Term and Short Term Disability, • Legal Plan, • Dependent Care Expense Account, • Life Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance, • Pet Insurance, • HRA, • Training programs including a Mentorship program, • Employees may be eligible for Federal/Public Student Loan Forgiveness, • Career growth and Promotional opportunities If interested please apply via this ad or fax your resume to HR DIRECTOR, CAROL OTERO at 516-396-0553. CN 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. • Awarded Newsday/Dan papers Top Long Island Work Place 2019-2025, 7 years in a row., • Every job and every team at our agency plays a role in helping other Long Islanders live healthy and fulfilling lives.

Job Location(s) US-NY-Old Westbury Job ID 2025-4321 Division College of Osteopathic Medicine Position Type Staff Type Regular Full-Time Category Student Affairs New York Institute of Technology's six schools and colleges offer undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs in in-demand disciplines including computer science, data science, and cybersecurity; biology, health professions, and medicine; architecture and design; engineering; IT and digital technologies; management; and energy and sustainability. A nonprofit, independent, private, and nonsectarian institute of higher education founded in 1955, it welcomes nearly 8,000 students worldwide. The university has campuses in New York City and Long Island, New York; Jonesboro, Arkansas; and Vancouver, British Columbia, as well as programs around the world. More than 112,000 alumni are part of an engaged network of physicians, architects, scientists, engineers, business leaders, digital artists, and healthcare professionals. Together, the university's community of doers, makers, healers, and innovators empowers graduates to change the world, solve 21st-century challenges, and reinvent the future. For more information, visit nyit.edu. New York Institute of Technology seeks a Medical Education Learning Specialist, for the College of Osteopathic Medicine located at the Long Island (Old Westbury, NY) campus. Provide academic support and educational counseling to students who are accelerated program participants and track their academic progress, work with relevant others in the recruitment process for these students. Provide individual educational counseling to students addressing areas such as test-taking strategies, time-management, reading comprehension strategies, note-taking techniques, and study skills. Provide workshops for students to address topic areas such as test-taking strategies, time-management, reading comprehension strategies, note-taking techniques, and study skills. Additional duties, as assigned A Bachelor's degree is required; a master's degree is preferred or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience • Knowledge in learning concepts, educational theory, and psycho-educational assessments., • Strong interpersonal, administrative/organizational, and computer skills., • Aptitude for educational technology. New York Institute of Technology offers numerous opportunities to enhance personal and professional growth and provides employees with a competitive compensation and benefits program inclusive of generous paid time off, holidays, tuition remission, and retirement plans with employer contributions. New York Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. In compliance with local legislation as well as to provide greater transparency to candidates, the annual base salary range for this position is listed. New York Tech considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate experience/expertise, education/training, key skills, geographic location, internal peer equity as well as market, organizational considerations and/or applicable collective bargaining agreement when extending an offer. USD $70,000.00/Yr. USD $75,000.00/Yr.

Job DescriptionDescription: Mental Health Association of Nassau County (MHANC) is a not-for-profit membership organization dedicated to improving mental health in our community through advocacy, education, program development, and the delivery of direct services. Our organization is looking for a motivated individual with a calling to help adults with mental illness by becoming a Peer Companion - Group Facilitator. Peer Specialist utilizes personal experience and peer specialist training to assist others in their recovery from psychiatric illness. May perform a variety of duties depending on strengths and/or interests. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Conducts regularly scheduled self-help, peer support, advocacy, or informational groups on-site or off-site utilizing required communication, intentional peer support, listening skills training, support skills, etc., • Utilizes knowledge and understanding of peer directed recovery-based philosophy., • Completes necessary paperwork and records pertinent documentation., • Maintain client confidentiality., • Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Education and Experience • Six months to one year part time or full-time experience in delivery of direct services to mental health consumer/survivors (volunteer or paid), preferred., • Firsthand knowledge of mental health service delivery system., • Belief in the possibility of recovery for all individuals diagnosed with psychiatric illnesses., • Good oral and written communication skills., • Knowledge of consumer/survivor/ex-patient movement and peer run or peer driven services that incorporate recovery based philosophies., • Ability to relate to both other survivors of mental illness and psychiatric diagnosis and mental health professionals., • Working knowledge of mental health service delivery system., • Valid and “clean” New York State Drivers’ License, required.

Job DescriptionDescription: Mental Health Association of Nassau County (MHANC) is a not-for-profit membership organization dedicated to improving mental health in our community through advocacy, education, program development, and the delivery of direct services. Our organization is looking for a motivated individual with a calling to help adults with mental illness by becoming a Peer Specialist. Peer Specialist utilizes personal experience and respite training to provide peer support and companionship for guests. The Peer Specialists manifest, in their presence and actions, a vision of hope, resilience, opportunity, and wellness. Goals include lessening/alleviating emotional distress and crises, lessening use of emergency rooms and hospitals, and increasing personal growth with positive life choices. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Provide supportive companionship for guests throughout their visit to house (interview, intake, arrival, stay and departure)., • Share personal recovery to encourage hope, wellness, personal growth and recovery., • Model and support the belief that individuals can and will do better., • Utilize effective engagement skills to connect, use mutually shared insights to encourage problem solving and utilization of tools that will assist in lessening or alleviating current and future crisis., • Non-judgmental active listening designed to meet individual “where they are at”., • Help maintain a clean, safe, and secure environment. Some cleaning may be involved., • Provide telephone support to peers in the community though our Consumer Phone Link Program as needed., • Facilitate self-help, support groups., • Keep accurate and timely records., • Work cooperatively with respite team., • Maintains client confidentiality.Requirements: Education & Experience: • Lived, experience and willingness to utilize personal experience to assist others in recovery., • High School Diploma, • Six months to one year current or recent employment., • Six months to one year part time or full time experience in delivery of direct services to mental health consumer/survivors (volunteer or paid), preferred., • Three months first hand experience in self-help or peer directed services and/or peer support groups, preferred., • Good oral and written communication skills., • Completion of Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) training preferred., • Basic knowledge of community support services/resources/mental health service delivery system, preferred., • Knowledge of consumer/survivor/ex-patient movement and peer run or peer driven services that incorporate recovery based philosophies., • Ability to relate to both other survivors of mental illness and psychiatric diagnosis and mental health professionals., • Honesty, respect for diversity, high personal standards, professional demeanor, language and behaviors reflecting such values., • Commitment to the possibility of recovery for all individuals diagnosed with psychiatric illness., • Emotional resilience to cope with strong emotions on an on-going basis., • Valid and “clean” New York State Driver’s License, preferred.

Job Description JOB DEFINITION: The Peer Specialist functions as a member of an interdisciplinary care coordinator team to assist with the outreach, support and coordination of care for those eligible for and/or served by the Forensic ACT Team, including chronically medically ill individuals with co-occurring mental illness and/or substance abuse disorders. Peer Specialist will serve as a role model and/or health coach for clients. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: High School Diplomas or GED. A peer credential recognized by the Office of Mental Health and receive specialized training and supervision preferred, or a provisional certification is required to be acquired within 6 months of employment. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: • Relevant life experience required: personal experience living with a disability and/or social/emotional challenge, and willingness to draw upon this experience to serve as a role model to support the recovery model within Health Home model., • Current New York State Driver's License, • Clean DMV Record, • Proof of Motor Vehicle Insurance DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Provide outreach to clients to facilitate their engagement in services available via the Forensic ACT Team., • Provide health coaching and recovery support, especially on issues of self-advocacy, wellness self-management, medication adherence, smoking cessation, entitlements, and daily living activities., • Assists with and coordinate clients' transportation to appointments, including provision of travel training as needed., • Accompany clients to medical and/or other appointments to facilitate their engagement and follow through as needed., • Provide concrete service delivery to clients i.e., benefits/enrollments as per program needs., • Maintains documents, records, statistics, and other related reports in an organized, timely and accurate manner as per policy and procedure., • Coordinates care planning with other providers of services/ resources to ensure goal directed, collaborative care, including care transitions., • Works as part of the Forensic ACT team; attends and participates in team meetings to provide input/feedback around psychosocial conditions/co morbidities to review client status, update plans and goals, review outcomes to further program goals., • Acts as a resources/consultant to all team members on psychosocial and/or substance abuse issues and resources., • Provides telehealth, collateral as well as face to face outreach, engagement and service planning in the field., • Acts as a linkage to community services including medical, behavioral, residential, entitlement and any other needed services per interdisciplinary care plan., • Monitors overall service delivery to clients to ensure coordination and continuity; advocates with service providers/resources as needed., • Provides crisis intervention and follow-up., • Facilitate sharing of data with the individuals to whom it applies to facilitate partnered decision-making and to keep clients informed of progress, • Complete QI Training during onboarding and participate in QI refresher training as needed., • Ability 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., • Adherence 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., • Health and Safety Awareness: Include any relevant knowledge or experience regarding health and safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment for all employees., • Other duties as assigned. BENEFITS: We offer an attractive and competitive benefits package for full time employees which includes but not limited to: • Medical, • Dental, • Vision, • $0 Deductible Platinum Plus Medical Insurance Plan - 90% Employer Provided Benefit, • Flexible Spending Account, • 403(b) retirement plan, • Long Term and Short Term Disability, • Legal Plan, • Dependent Care Expense Account, • Life Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance, • Pet Insurance, • HRA, • Training programs including a Mentorship program, • Employees may be eligible for Federal/Public Student Loan Forgiveness, • Career growth and Promotional opportunities, • Employee Perks and Discounts to Broadway shows and more 5 Personal Days, 10-20 Vacation Days, 12 Sick Days, 12 Company Paid Holidays-yearly and so much more. If interested please apply via this ad or fax your resume to HR DIRECTOR, CAROL OTERO at 516-396-0553. CN 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. • Awarded Newsday/Dan papers Top Long Island Work Place 2019-2025, 7 years in a row., • Every job and every team at our agency plays a role in helping other Long Islanders live healthy and fulfilling lives., • Engage your passion and CHOOSE a career & employer where you can use your vital energy to make a difference. It 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.'

Job Description Calyxo, Inc. is a medical device company headquartered in Pleasanton, California, USA. The company was founded in 2016 to address the profound need for improved kidney stone treatment. Kidney stone disease is a common, painful condition that consumes vast amounts of healthcare resources each year. Our team is led by executives and investors with a proven track record of commercializing paradigm-shifting devices to meet unmet needs within urology. Are you ready to change the future of kidney stone treatment? We are seeking high achievers who want to be part of a dynamic team working in a fun, diverse atmosphere. Summary: The Clinical Specialist is a focused individual who has a passion for patient care and physician and staff education. This person will proctor cases to excellence and independently cover CVAC procedures, training the surgical team on the safe and effective uses of the device. The Clinical Specialist works closely with the surgical team members to provide clinical product assistance to the surgeon by being familiar with the surgical procedure, instruments, supplies, and equipment. The Clinical Specialist will train the surgical team on instrument preparation prior to cases and during the surgical procedure. This role will manage inventory needs in the account and any accompanying administrative requirements. This role is not considered for pathway to a Territory Sales Manager at Calyxo Inc, due to the tenure and experience required to execute the Territory Sales Manager role. Ideal candidates will live in the targeted geographical area. This position can cover any CVAC case in the territory, region, or at times, the nation, as assigned. The Clinical Specialist will also provide clinical support for physician training and sales training programs. In This Role, You Will: • Provide clinical case coverage as assigned, • Train the surgical team to assist in good patient outcomes and verbally support cases during training period, • Acquire and maintain current knowledge of perioperative surgical technology practice and hospital policies and procedures, • Develop technical acumen to a level to serve as an educational resource, • Demonstrate appropriate interactions with all hospital service providers, • Maintain and prepare equipment and kits for surgery, including Quality Control audits of equipment and kits, • Troubleshoot equipment according to standard procedure, • Provide intra-operative clinical product support, • Ensure that 100% of received inventory and returned inventory matches shipping documents, • Reconcile inventory/usage as well as missing inventory, • Assist in the delivery of procedural training to physicians and medical staff, • Be an effective member of the commercial team and play a key role in ensuring positive clinical outcomes, • In partnership with TSM, perform account management: such as Account Set Up, Clinical Engagement, Case Support and Clinical Outcomes, • In Partnership with TSM, support education of APPs, Office and Hospital Staff, • In partnership with TSM, help facilitate and support Residency Education, • Ensure compliance with all company policies, including the quality policy, on label promotion and interactions with health care professionals, • In this role, you will collaborate with Clinical Specialist teams to review and discuss case presentations and peer to peer knowledge sharing, • Clinical experience such as:, • Scrub Tech, • X-Ray Tech, • RN or BSN, • In addition to all of the above:, • Industry experience (1-3 years), • Prior Employment as a Clinical Specialist with a medical device company or experience working with Mobile Litho Provider Companies, • Comfortable with the pace required to be successful in a start-up, • Ability to provide intraoperative procedural guidance, • In addition to all of the above, • Industry experience: 3+ years of full-time employment by a medical device company as a clinical specialist (or comparable position) focused on case coverage and patient outcomes (not equipment/service provider)., • Clinical experience: Intraoperative Coaching Experience, • OR experience: Fluent in Staff and Support Training, • Track record of success. Urology experience preferred., • Understands the medical device industry, • Comfortable with the pace required to be successful in a start-up, • Ability to provide intraoperative procedural guidance, • Understands sales processes and training, • Experience in surgical technique and sterile procedures in the operating room, • Experience utilizing fluoroscopy is a plus, • Customer relationship and procedural skill development are highly desired, • Highly desirable candidates will have a degree or certification in a medical-related field (ex: LPN, RN, Surg Tech, Rad Tech, etc)., • Able to travel by car up to 90%, • Compliance with relevant county, state, and federal rules regarding vaccinations. What We Offer: At Calyxo, you will be part of a knowledgeable, high-achieving, experienced, and fun team. You will work in a diverse work environment with experienced, proven leaders and have an opportunity to shape our company culture. You will experience constant learning and dynamic challenges to help you grow and be the best version of yourself. We also offer a compensation plan as follows: • Competitive salary, • Total Compensation: $100,000 - $140,000 annually, • Base Salary: $80,000, $100,000, or $120,000 per year (DOE), • Annual Variable Bonus: $20,000, • Plus, generous allowances such as:, • Auto Allowance: $9,600, • Cell Phone/Internet Allowance: $1,800, • Stock options: ownership and a stake in growing a mission-driven company, • Employee benefits package that includes 401(k), healthcare insurance and paid vacation Calyxo is deeply committed to fostering an environment where diversity and inclusion are not only valued but also prioritized. We believe a diverse and inclusive community empowers us to act courageously, care deeply, and dream boldly to impact people in big ways. Diverse viewpoints bring diverse capabilities, which strengthen our focus and fuel our growth. Calyxo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other applicable legally protected characteristics Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Disclaimer: At Calyxo, we prioritize a transparent and structured interview process to ensure the best fit for both our candidates and our team. Please be aware of the following: • Structured Interview Process: Our hiring process includes multiple stages of interviews where you will have the opportunity to communicate directly with Calyxo employees. This ensures that you gain a comprehensive understanding of the role and our company culture., • Verification of Identity: We do not extend job offers without first meeting candidates, either virtually or in person. This step is crucial to maintain the integrity of our hiring process and to ensure mutual alignment.

Job Description JOB DEFINITION: The Clinical Services Specialist I will provide community-based therapeutic intervention for individuals who are experiencing mental health, substance use or co-occurring disorders, and will provide community-based treatment services using evidence-based, trauma-informed, and person-centered practices. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Master's level education in social work or related field (i.e., MSW or MHC). Application for and maintenance of highest-level professional licensure upon eligibility required. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: • One to three years' experience with mental health and substance use disorders is required; experience providing care in a community setting is preferred. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Conduct clinical visits in a community environment to assess safety and explore readiness for and motivation related to treatment for mental health, substance use and co-occurring disorders., • Conduct a comprehensive assessment in order to determine the most appropriate level of care for diagnosis and generate appropriate referrals., • Partners with clients to create and update treatment plans that are reflective of individual choices and preferences and promote appropriate expectations of behavioral health treatment., • Use Evidence-Based Practices, standardized screening tools and clinical judgement to assess for risk to self, others or property as the result of behavioral health concerns and to deliver mobile clinical substance use services in the home and community., • Establishes and maintains appropriate and timely clinical case records, including but not limited to: treatment plans, treatment plan reviews, progress notes, coordination of care activities, documenting appropriate therapeutic interventions with each client to the Agency, funding, licensing and billing authorities., • Regularly assess progress in treatment and strengthen client understanding of resources for discharge planning and termination processes., • Implements appropriate crisis intervention and stabilization services when needed to prevent or manage decomposition and maintain safe community living., • Assist clients in understanding the importance of cooperation with fee and insurance responsibilities, and resolution of psychological and financial obstacles to payment., • Utilizes and understands the value of supervision to increase practice skills, promote improved services for clients, and preserve accountability to the Agency., • Participate in data collection and reporting as needed., • Act as a liaison between the Agency and the community it serves; represent the agency and promote its programs in a professional and knowledgeable manner at various community events, trainings, and forums as needed., • Participate in clinical team meetings and support additional team members, including peer specialists., • Complete trainings as required or requested by the agency or governing entities., • Perform any other support and follow up functions appropriate to the role and scope of a Social Worker in accordance with Agency standards., • Facilitate sharing of data with the individuals to whom it applies to facilitate partnered decision-making and to keep clients informed of progress, • Complete QI Training during onboarding and participate in QI refresher training as needed., • Ability 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., • Adherence 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., • Health and Safety Awareness: Include any relevant knowledge or experience regarding health and safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment for all employees. We offer an attractive and competitive benefits package for full time employees which includes but not limited to: • Medical, • Dental, • Vision, • $0 Deductible Platinum Plus Medical Insurance Plan - 90% Employer Provided Benefit, • Flexible Spending Account, • 403(b) retirement plan, • Long Term and Short Term Disability, • Legal Plan, • Dependent Care Expense Account, • Life Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance, • Pet Insurance, • HRA, • Training programs including a Mentorship program, • Employees may be eligible for Federal/Public Student Loan Forgiveness, • Career growth and Promotional opportunities If interested please apply via this ad or fax your resume to HR DIRECTOR, CAROL OTERO at 516-396-0553. CN 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. • Awarded Newsday/Dan papers Top Long Island Work Place 2019-2025, 7 years in a row., • Every job and every team at our agency plays a role in helping other Long Islanders live healthy and fulfilling lives.

Job DescriptionDescription: Mental Health Association of Nassau County (MHANC) is a not-for-profit membership organization dedicated to improving mental health in our community through advocacy, education, program development, and the delivery of direct services. Our organization is looking for a motivated individual with a calling to help adults with mental illness by becoming a Peer Specialist. Peer Specialist utilizes personal experience and respite training to provide peer support and companionship for guests. The Peer Specialists manifest, in their presence and actions, a vision of hope, resilience, opportunity, and wellness. Goals include lessening/alleviating emotional distress and crises, lessening use of emergency rooms and hospitals, and increasing personal growth with positive life choices. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Provide supportive companionship for guests throughout their visit to house (interview, intake, arrival, stay and departure)., • Share personal recovery to encourage hope, wellness, personal growth and recovery., • Model and support the belief that individuals can and will do better., • Utilize effective engagement skills to connect, use mutually shared insights to encourage problem solving and utilization of tools that will assist in lessening or alleviating current and future crisis., • Non-judgmental active listening designed to meet individual “where they are at”., • Help maintain a clean, safe, and secure environment. Some cleaning may be involved., • Provide telephone support to peers in the community though our Consumer Phone Link Program as needed., • Facilitate self-help, support groups., • Keep accurate and timely records., • Work cooperatively with respite team., • Maintains client confidentiality.Requirements: Education & Experience: • Lived, experience and willingness to utilize personal experience to assist others in recovery., • High School Diploma, • Six months to one year current or recent employment., • Six months to one year part time or full time experience in delivery of direct services to mental health consumer/survivors (volunteer or paid), preferred., • Three months first hand experience in self-help or peer directed services and/or peer support groups, preferred., • Good oral and written communication skills., • Completion of Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) training preferred., • Basic knowledge of community support services/resources/mental health service delivery system, preferred., • Knowledge of consumer/survivor/ex-patient movement and peer run or peer driven services that incorporate recovery based philosophies., • Ability to relate to both other survivors of mental illness and psychiatric diagnosis and mental health professionals., • Honesty, respect for diversity, high personal standards, professional demeanor, language and behaviors reflecting such values., • Commitment to the possibility of recovery for all individuals diagnosed with psychiatric illness., • Emotional resilience to cope with strong emotions on an on-going basis., • Valid and “clean” New York State Driver’s License, preferred.