What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Director (TEMP) - Manhattan Mental Health Court Evaluation Services position at EAC Network?
Join Our Team as a Temporary Clinical Director!
Are you passionate about supporting diverse populations, and making a real difference in their lives? EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit social service agency dedicated to helping over 80,000 people through 120 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is looking for a dedicated part time Temporary Clinical Director to join our Manhattan Mental Health Court.
- Wage: $150 per hour.
- Schedule: As needed - up to 15 hours per week
- Location: Remote - 175 Remsen Street, 5th Floor in Brooklyn
- Position Term Date: 2/15/26 - 7/15/26
Primary Purpose of the Position:
The Clinical Director is responsible for providing court liaison, assessment and referral to those living with mental illness and persons with co-occurring disorders involved in the criminal justice system into appropriate treatment program and providing clinical support to Manhattan Mental Health Court staff.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
- Conduct assessment interviews and psychological evaluations and testing for clients referred to Manhattan Mental Health Court.
- Prepare written reports in a timely manner regarding client's status with the program, service plan and progress.
- Utilize the educational training, skills and experience obtained from advanced degree to provide appropriate professional services, techniques and strategies for clients.
- Develop and review treatment plans for clients accepted into the program and facilitate placement.
- Investigate and arrange supportive services for clients by establishing relationships and linkages with area hospitals and treatment programs.
- Maintain complete client records and have available for inspection by Supervision at any time.
- Provide crisis intervention when needed.
- Conduct toxicology testing on clients of the Program as needed.
- Customarily and regularly exercises discretionary powers.
- Provide clinical support and in-service trainings to program staff and referral agencies.
- Train and supervise interns, externs, fellows and graduate psychologists.
- Attend stakeholder events/workshops and represent the agency at meetings when requested.
- Supervises: Case Managers and Psychiatrist
- Perform all other relevant duties as determined by Supervision and EAC NETWORK Administration.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Must be a licensed Psychologist.
- Knowledge of treatment and mental health programs required.
- Minimum of 1 year relevant experience working with the forensic population.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written; Ability to work cooperatively with criminal justice, treatment and mental health systems.
- Must be proficient in computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, Microsoft Office applications, calendar, and email and/or database software necessary to perform work assignments.
Salary : $150