Mental Health Clinician - MSW jobs in Rhode Island

WHO WE ARE...

Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses state of the art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized program, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinic.

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WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR...

Mission- Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health's mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care.

Ally: You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You're a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA , Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities.

Solution Orientated: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes.

Time Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines.

WHAT WE OFFER...

• Excellent Health and Dental Insurance
• Vacation, Sick and Personal time accrued biweekly
• Up to 11 Holidays
• Retirement program through Mutual of America
• Additional supplemental insurance programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employer paid life insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and dependent care (DCA) spending accounts.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES)...

We are currently seeking a Master's Level Clinician or Licensed Registered Nurse to provide community and office based emergency services. Preference will be given to Qualified Mental Health Professionals (QMHP), but NMH will provide the training and assist with the certification process for individuals eligible to become QMHP's.

The Clinician will provide the following services and referrals:

• Mobile and In-Office Crisis Response
• Crisis management and stabilization

• Clinical assessment
• Risk assessment
• Continued engagement and connection to follow up services.
• Intake assessments as needed.

WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU...

• Master's Degree in human services field or Licensure as a Registered Nurse both with a minimum of 2 years of employment in community mental health, crisis stabilization unit or inpatient psychiatric setting
• Credentialed or eligible to be credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Professional through the Department of BHDDH within 2 months of employment.
• 2 or more years of experience working with individuals with trauma and substance abuse issues
• Ability to diagnose using DSM 5 criteria
• Caring and empathetic, with exceptional communication skills for interaction with a variety of individuals
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in an organized manner
• Ability to work with clients who may exhibit unsafe, high risk behaviors
• Valid Driver's License with reliable transportation to travel to work sites throughout the area.

APPLY NOW

Please attach a PDF of your resume and cover letter. Submitting your application is a great way to learn more about Newport Mental Health. If you have questions about how your experience aligns with our job openings or know someone who would be a great candidate for our job openings, please contact Human Resources:

Human Resources

Newport Mental Health

Tel: 401-846-1213

We offer a competitive salary and generous benefit package in a supportive environment where mentorship and mission is critical to our work. We value diversity and encourage candidates with bilingual and bicultural skills to apply. Our fast paced and impactful workplace provides an excellent environment to learn.

Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.