Job description
Title: Associate Counselor
Location: Upper East Side
Org Unit: PO Westchester
Work Days: Monday-Friday
Exemption Status: Exempt
Position Summary
Screens, counsels and performs various activities relative to the treatment of patients within off-site centers/clinics. This role may also provide administrative support to the center/clinic and participate in community outreach activities.
Job Responsibilities
- Provides personal, behavioral and vocational guidance both on an individual basis and in group sessions. In collaboration with the medical staff, provides supportive counseling on prevention, educational, supportive and/or concrete services.
- Screens and evaluates prospective clients to determine if they meet the requirements/goals for the program. Refers to proper agency/community-based services as needed.
- Takes psychosocial histories of all clients. Orients new patients to the center's/clinic's policies and procedures and/or outlines goals of the program.
- Handles emergency situations utilizing appropriate judgment, communication methods and knowledge of community resources when appropriate.
- Interfaces with various legal, educational, social governmental and medical agencies to acquire supportive services for clients. Writes letters, makes telephone referrals for clients and communiates with referral agents.
- If applicable, assists with completing reports to be sent to outside agencies and regulatory bodies.
- May participate in the formulation and design of on-going research.
- Provides family consultation and/or interventions when appropriate. Writes progress reports and records other aspects of patient care.
- Attends and participates in community meetings as needed.
Education
- Master's Degree in related field
Experience
- Approximately 3-5 years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Experience with community activities or outreach is helpful.
- Licensed in social work (LMSW or LCSW) or mental health counseling (LMHC). Limited permit is allowed in lieu of license.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proven ability to work independently and as an effective and collaborative member of a team.
- Possesses an understanding of, and practices, cultural sensitivity with diverse groups while providing direct services.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent listening skills and ability to empathize.
- Strong time management skills.
Licenses and Certifications
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
Weill Cornell Medicine is a comprehensive academic medical center that's committed to excellence in patient care, scientific discovery, and the education of future physicians in New York City and around the world. Our doctors and scientists-faculty from Weill Cornell Medical College, Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences, and the Weill Cornell Physician Organization-are engaged in world-class clinical care and cutting-edge research that connect patients to the latest treatment innovations and prevention strategies. Located in the heart of the Upper East Side's scientific corridor, Weill Cornell Medicine's powerful network of collaborators extends to its parent university Cornell University; to Qatar, where an international campus offers a U.S. medical degree; and to programs in Tanzania, Haiti, Brazil, Austria and Turkey. Our medical practices serve communities throughout New York City, and our faculty provide comprehensive care at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian/Lower Manhattan Hospital, and NewYork-Presbyterian/Queens. At Weill Cornell Medicine, we work together to treat each individual, not just their conditions or illnesses, as we strive to deliver the finest possible care for our patients - the center of everything we do. Weill Cornell Medicine is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Weill Cornell Medicine provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.
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