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 25,000 individuals. We do this through 101 programs in 138 locations throughout New York City and Westchester. Our strong belief and commitment to diversity shows not just through our work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff that reflects the communities we serve.

The Community CFTSS program is an OMH regulated program that supports children and adolescents. The Mental Health Consultant is responsible for providing community-based clinical services to children identified as being at risk for a behavioral health issue. The individual is required to work in-person in the community, which could include homes, schools, or other places that the family identifies as being most conducive and convenient for them.

• Provide individual, group, and supportive family sessions
• Provide crisis intervention, as needed
• Administer appropriate evidence based and developmentally appropriate and culturally informed interventions
• Complete clinical assessments, treatment plans and progress notes in a timely manner
• Engage in professional development and certification and training opportunities and participate in reflective supervision
• Other related duties

• Master’s degree in social work or a related field AND licensure as a New York State Mental Health Provider.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.

Fee - For - Service

Location: Various community-based sites, NYC and lower Westchester