OBJECTIVES: Reporting to the Program Coordinator, the Clinical Social Worker (Staff, Therapist) will provide comprehensive mental health services to clients and their families within a clinical environment. This role is dedicated to enhancing emotional well-being and strengthening family engagement through individualized therapeutic interventions, crisis support, and collaborative care planning. The position requires adherence to all state regulations and professional standards while fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for a diverse client population.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Deliver therapeutic services such as individual therapy, collateral therapy, and group therapy to clients and their caregivers by using developmentally appropriate approaches. Servies are provided both in-person and via secure telehealth platforms for clients aged 6-25.
2. Conduct psychosocial assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and monitor progress toward established goals.
3. Coordinate case management by arranging care and resources, facilitating referrals, and providing advocacy support for clients and families.
4. Provide immediate crisis intervention and safety planning for clients experiencing acute emotional distress.
5. Maintain compliance with agency regulatory standards by ensuring accurate and times documentation in the electronic health record (EHR), including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and outcome measures.
6. Ensure program accessibility by maintaining a flexible schedule to accommodate evening hours and after-school appointments.

SPECIFIC SKILLS:

• Ability to conduct psychosocial evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Skilled in de-escalation techniques and emergency intervention for clients in acute distress.
• Ability to respond effectively to emergencies and implement safety plans.
• Coordinating care with families, school staff, and community resources to ensure continuity of services.
• Deep understanding of HIPAA, FERPA, and professional ethical guidelines.
• Ability to provide services that respect diverse backgrounds and identities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Critical thinker, analytical, creative, strategic, and detail-and results oriented.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent work ethic
• Commitment to working in a mission-driven organization.
• Demonstrated personal ethics and values.
• Cross-team collaboration and cooperation
• Team player who works well with a diverse group of people

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must hold a valid clinical license in the State of New York such as Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or a doctoral degree in psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.).
• Experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, and families.
• Strong knowledge of evidence-based practices, crisis intervention, and telehealth delivery.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Salary commensurate with experience. Northside offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

About Northside

Northside Center for Child Development serves more than 5,500 children and families across New York City each year through high-quality, outcome-driven behavioral health, early childhood education, and enrichment services. With over $34 million in annual funding, Northside provides the comprehensive support children and families need to overcome adversity, build resilience, and pursue their dreams.

Founded in 1946 in Harlem, Northside has been a cornerstone of the community for eight decades, leading the way in integrating education and mental health to support children’s development. Several of Northside’s innovative programs were the first of their kind in Harlem, setting standards of care that continue to influence social service agencies throughout the United States today.

Northside’s founders, Drs. Kenneth B. and Mamie Phipps Clark, were renowned, pioneering psychologists whose groundbreaking research was instrumental in the 1954 Brown v. Board of Education landmark Supreme Court decision that declared school segregation unconstitutional. Their belief in the worth, dignity, and potential of every child continues to guide Northside’s mission and inspire its work today. Northside is driven by its vision and principle, “Each Child…First Chance.”

For more information on Northside Center for Child Development, please visit www.northsidecenter.org.

COMPENSATION: $72,557- $86,638