Forensic Counselor - 1131 Broadway
Company: Endeavor Health
Location: Buffalo
Posted on: September 23, 2024
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Job Description:
Forensic Counselor - 1131 BroadwayPosted: September 9, 2024Job
Category: ClinicalRequisition Number: FOREN001161GENEROUS SIGN ON
BONUS!Join our team of dynamic, supportive, and passionate
counselors at Endeavor. Our Certified Community Behavioral Health
Clinic (CCBHC) is an innovative approach to treatment designed to
treat the whole person through a comprehensive range of services.
Our clinic offers mental health services, substance use services,
domestic violence program, anger management program and sexual
abuse prevention program. Endeavor's 1131 Broadway Clinic
specializes in the forensic treatment of adults, meaning
individuals involved in the criminal justice system. Many of our
people are referred by legal supervision and mandated to engage in
services. Do you have a passion for working with people who have
often encountered adverse experiences and trauma? Does working
within a collaborative multidisciplinary team including US
Probation, NYS Parole, Bureau of Prisons, County Probation, and
different court systems appeal to you?All counselors receive
extensive training and certification essential for working with
this under-served population. Through evidence-based practices and
a mix of group, individual, and family therapy, this team of
dedicated forensic therapists collaborates to improve lives, change
behavior patterns, and make our community better and safer.
Benefits Include: Full-time schedule working only 37.5 hours
weeklyCompetitive salaries depending on experience and
licensureMedical, Dental, and Company Paid Vision insuranceLife
insuranceHealth savings accountFlex spending accountCommunity
partnerships providing employee discounts401(k) + Roth401(k)
employer contributionsGenerous PTO package includingPaid holidays
(10 paid holidays)Paid vacation (10 hours monthly to start)Sick
time accrualProfessional development with ongoing training
opportunities and leadership developmentNew hire referral
programFlexible schedulesShort-term and Long-term Disability
insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramPersonalized supervision
opportunities to pursue advanced licensureSpecialized training in
sexual abuse prevention Student Loan Forgiveness Opportunities NHSC
Loan Repayment ProgramNHSC SUD Workforce Loan Repayment ProgramNHSC
State Loan Repayment Program.Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
ResponsibilitiesAt Endeavor, our Counselors function as members of
a clinical treatment team. A successful candidate should be
flexible, open-minded, and empathetic. Provide individual, group,
and family therapy utilizing a range of evidence-based practices
and curriculum.Assess risk and needs for people seeking treatment
utilizing a comprehensive bio-psycho-social
assessmentCollaboratively engage in strength-based treatment
planning, involving both the individual and their treatment
team.Utilize forensic based assessment tools such as Static-99R,
Stable-2007, and Acute-2007 (training/certification provided
through Endeavor)Demonstrate strong clinical decision making and
judgment skills while independently managing an integrated caseload
of people pursuing forensic, mental health, and substance use
goalsEngage in continuing education and training, fostering the
skills necessary to effectively treat high-risk
populationsParticipating in multidisciplinary treatment team
meetings and communicating appropriately with referral
sourcesConducting discharge planning and making follow-up contacts
as necessaryProviding people with linkages to other supportive
services as identifiedMaintaining accurate documentation of a
person's record with an emphasis on concurrent documentationFoster
cultural competence and sensitivity when working with people,
people's supports, referral sources and coworkers.Responsibility
for ensuring compliance with all agency policies, procedures, and
governmental regulations including, but not limited to HIPAA
QualificationsMust possess a master's degree from a recognized
college or university in a mental health or social work-related
field and be eligible for license within 18 months of hire (LMSW,
LCSW, LMHC, etc.)One year of direct service, post-graduate,
experience preferred, but not required.Demonstrates a knowledge
base upon which they can provide direct clinical service and
advisementSalary $50,000 - $60,000/year depending on education,
experience, and credentials. Potential to earn an additional $4,000
per year through performance-based bonuses. Endeavor Health
Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing
the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We
welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and
backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and
contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and
workforce that is reflective of the communities with which we work
in partnership. PI78ecb99406ad-25660-33845899
Keywords: Endeavor Health, Buffalo , Forensic Counselor - 1131 Broadway, Other , Buffalo, New York
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