Licensed Forensic ACT Criminal Justice Specialist

Overview

Helio Health's In Community program (formerly Circare) supports individuals and their families who encounter barriers to their health and wellness, both physical and behavioral, to develop the resources to live a satisfying and naturally interdependent life. Our core value of providing person and family centered services is embedded in all our programs and promotes personal choice, respect for diversity, individuality, and community inclusiveness.

Helio Health is seeking a Licensed Forensic ACT Criminal Justice Specialist (Licensed Counselor) for the Forensic ACT program, who in addition to performing routine team duties, has lead responsibility for conducting criminogenic screenings and assessments; utilizing the RNR (risk-need-responsivity) approach to identify factors for addressing and reducing risk of incarceration/remand; guiding highly individualized, person-centered services plans identified in ACT guidelines along with any other individual priorities.

Pay Range: $30.00-$36.00 per hour

All Full-Time, Licensed Counselors are eligible for up to a Sign-On incentive up to $8,000 depending upon licensure/credentials!

Responsibilities

• Maintains a case load and performs primary counselor responsibilities to include screening, intake, orientation, assessment, evaluation and intervention, referral, treatment planning, counseling, crisis intervention, patient education, case management, reporting and record keeping, consultation, diagnostic impression, family counseling.
• Provides services according to agency policies, procedures, program guidelines, and governmental regulations.
• Monitors provision of services.
• Evaluates programs and identifies strengths/weaknesses.
• Assists in problem resolution.
• Represents agency to the community.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Must possess a NYS licensure (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC).
• Minimum of a Master's Degree required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and own transportation:
  • Helio Health's insurance carrier requires that employees who drive personal vehicles for work maintain minimum auto insurance coverage limits of at least $100,000/person; $300,000/accident and that employees provide HR with proof of current minimum insurance coverage (copy of Auto Liability Insurance Declaration Page) on their first day of employment. Employees are required to provide an updated Auto Liability Insurance Declaration Page to HR by expiration date on Declaration Page.

Our Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package Includes:    

• Health insurance including dental and vision for employees and families. 
• Paid Vacation and Sick leave - No Waiting Period for accruals. 
• Paid holidays, including a floating birthday holiday. 
• 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match. 
• Company paid short-term disability insurance. 
• Company sponsored life insurance. 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Helio Health, Inc. offers trainings and education through our Training Institute certified by New York State OASAS.   

Helio Health provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), parental status, religion, national origin, citizenship, status as a victim of domestic violence, age, military or veteran status, handicap or disability, family medical history or predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, marital status, family status, political affiliation, felony conviction record, status as a victim of a crime, or status as an employee who has complained about discrimination, filed a charge of discrimination, or participated in an employment discrimination investigation or lawsuit, or any other categories, status or activity protected by federal, state or local Law 

Salary and hourly compensation ranges are provided in accordance with NYS law and are based on Helio Health's good faith belief of what is accurate at the time of posting. Salary and hourly compensation offers are based on candidate's education level and experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager and program.