Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Kelbermans counseling and psychotherapeutic services are designed to support individuals who have a suspected or confirmed diagnosis of Autism or an Intellectual/ Developmental Disability, as well as their families. The LCSW at Kelberman supports individuals and families in the developmental disability community, who also present with social-emotional and/or behavioral needs. The LCSW engages in evidence-based assessment and treatment strategies with a caseload of individuals, groups, and/or families, as well as collaborates with team members on best practices and ongoing care. The LCSW also engage in administrative tasks and supervision of other clinicians per regulatory guideline and programmatic needs. Opportunities exist to provide behavioral intervention support and training to staff and other people Kelberman supports across multiple programs, in addition to partaking in community trainings and information sessions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Provide individual, group and/or family therapy to those enrolled in clinical services. Provide psychotherapy, intake/screenings and clinical assessments, treatment recommendations, and treatment planning for children, adolescents, adults, and families. Engage in evidence-based assessment and treatment approaches. Provide linkage, referral, and case management as clinically indicated. Complete documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) system per regulatory or insurance guidelines. Promote the individuals success by coordinating, developing, and iLicemplementing, in partnership with the individual, the treatment process, development of a crisis plan, when necessary, and to support follow-up with goals and objectives established. Maintain confidentiality and privacy requirements of the people we support as required by Kelberman and regulatory entities, including files and records. Complete all required documentation according to regulatory and departmental guidelines. Participate in clinic activities that may include meetings, trainings and committees, and special projects. Provide supervision, per regulatory and programmatic guidelines, to departmental clinicians as assigned. Engage in supervision and training of undergraduate and graduate students per departmental guidelines. Contribute to a positive work environment through collaborative teamwork and positive communication in alignment with Kelbermans culture, values and mission. Demonstrate excellent work attendance by being punctual and reliable for all scheduled shifts and meetings. Ensure compliance with all pertinent government and agency regulations and operating standards. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality. Displays flexibility and openness in daily work and encourages others to stay open to change and improvement. Complies with all regulators and quality assurance, including but not limited to OPWDD, DOH, OMIG, OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, safety and other policies set forth.

Active NYS License as LCSW Minimum 3-5 years experience working with individuals with autism and/or intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred. Must have a valid New York State Drivers License, as some travel is required. This position must comply with OPWDD regulatory standards and training requirements. This position does have regular and substantial unsupervised or unrestricted physical contact with individuals receiving services and is required by law to be fingerprinted for a criminal history record check under OPWDD (Office for People with Developmental Disabilities) and in coordination with the regulations of the NYS Justice Center.