Licensed Mental Health Clinician

About Us

Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of evolving community needs. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity, and each year, Rising Ground is a positive force in the lives of more than 72,000 individuals annually. We do this through 101 programs across 138 sites, throughout New York City and Westchester. Our strong belief and commitment to diversity is shown not just through our work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff that reflects the communities we serve. Rising Ground is headquartered in New York City.

Role Overview

• Provide direct clinical services to families referred to Child Protective Services (CPS), including assessment of needs.
• Participate in planning conferences and provide clinical guidance to the CPS team on families’ mental health needs.
• Coordinate individualized internal and external referrals with the Access and Referral Department, and provide warm handoffs to community-based mental health providers.
• Facilitate training for the clinical team and ACS CPS staff.
• Participate in relevant internal and external meetings.
• Provide after-hours consultation coverage as needed.
• Perform other related duties assigned by the supervisor.

• Active clinical license (LMSW, LMFT, LCAT, or LMHC); limited permits are not accepted.
• Experience or expertise in mental health diagnostics.
• Experience and comfort using evidence-based models and multiple assessment measures.
• Commitment to a healing-centered, family-driven, anti-oppressive approach.
• Strong organization and self-motivation, with the ability to manage competing demands.
• Creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate challenges and collaborate effectively.
• Familiarity with Connections.

• No supervisory responsibilities.

• Corporate office, field, and clinic settings.
• Daily in-person work at Specified Brooklyn ACS Offices or in the community as needed.

• Competitive salary structure
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match 
• PTO policy (11 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time, Paid Vacation & Paid Personal Days)

• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Ability to travel to and work in Specified Brooklyn ACS Offices.
• Ability to travel to other Rising Ground sites, if required.
• Ability to travel within the community and conduct visits.