Mental Health Therapist (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT)

About Graham Windham   

In full partnership with families and communities, Graham Windham strives to make a life-altering difference with children, youth and families who are overcoming some of life’s most difficult challenges and obstacles, by helping to build a strong foundation for life: a safe, loving, permanent family and the opportunity and preparation to thrive in school and in the world. With over 600 full-time employees serving children and families in multiple programs throughout Westchester County, Manhattan, the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Harlem, Graham Windham provides exciting & enriching work experience.   

Graham Windham is one of the first organizations in New York City to implement Solution – Based Casework. Solution – Based casework helps children and families to be the solution to the seemingly insurmountable problems in their lives, from generational cycles of poverty, abuse, and neglect to unemployment, domestic violence, and severe health problems. By recognizing and reinforcing their innate strengths and ability to cope, we at Graham Windham empower them to take the lead in making a change in their lives.   

  

About the Residential Treatment Center (RTC) Program   

The Residential Treatment Center serves adolescents placed through the Child Welfare, School and Juvenile Justice systems. At the RTC, Residents face a variety of interpersonal, family and mental health issues and many have histories of trauma or complex trauma due to their life circumstances. All staff members are trained in the use of Collaborative Problem Solving; an evidenced-based, and trauma-informed practice of working with youth and families aimed at jointly solving problems and developing durable interpersonal skills. Through this interdisciplinary treatment approach, youth are supported to grow and thrive, placing them on a trajectory of continuing to overcome difficult challenges that they may face.    

  

Primary Duties & Responsibilities   

· Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of youth   

· Provide individual, group and collateral family therapy and crisis intervention support, as appropriate   

· Complete progress notes and written documentation per program and regulatory guidelines   

· Actively and engage participants in the RTC milieu program and community    

· Refer and coordinate clients to receive additional or specialized services   

· Participate in trainings and professional development opportunities provided   

  

Minimum Qualifications   

· LCSW, LMSW, LMHC or LMFT (or limited permit) with a minimum of 1 year of experience providing direct services in a mental health treatment or child welfare setting   

· Utilize trauma-informed and evidenced-based modalities such as Solution Based Casework, Collaborative Problem Solving, and other related clinical based interventions   

· Possess valid NY State Driver’s license, free of significant infractions   

· Previous experience with behavior-based modalities (CBT/TF-CBT, DBT), Motivational Interviewing, play/creative arts/narrative therapy, etc. a plus.    

Full-time position; salary commensurate with experience. Graham Windham offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, holiday pay, retirement savings plan, and much more.  

  

EOE