The Licensed Mental Health Professional will be a key member of an innovative Safe Options Support (SOS) team, providing comprehensive care to homeless individuals living on the streets or subways.
The multi-disciplinary team includes a Team leader, Licensed Clinicians, Care Managers, and Peer Specialists, utilizing the evidence-based Critical Time Intervention model. The role involves community outreach, coordinating needs during housing transitions, supporting daily living skills, offering counseling, and advocating against discrimination and healthcare inequities. Focus on member choice, harm reduction, non-coercion, and person-centered care. Follow participants post-housing for stability and independence, with fieldwork, on-call duties, and flexible hours required. Minimum qualifications include a master’s degree in social work, mental health counseling, nursing, or psychology; MSW candidates with licensure plans are considered. Travel across Chenango, Broome, and Otsego counties may be needed. Full-time position offering competitive pay, benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and flexible scheduling.