JCCA’s Youth Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program provides life-changing support to youth ages 10–21 who are at risk of entering—or returning home from—high-intensity care settings such as inpatient or residential treatment.

Using a multi-disciplinary, team-based approach, Youth ACT delivers comprehensive, family-driven, and youth-guided mental health services that empower young people and their families to thrive in their communities. Our work focuses on reducing severe emotional and behavioral symptoms, improving functioning, and strengthening family systems to promote long-term stability and wellness.

Every child and family in Youth ACT is supported by the collective expertise of the entire team, ensuring no one faces their challenges alone.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Licensed Mental Health Professional to join our Youth ACT team. This is a dynamic and rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on children and families navigating serious emotional and behavioral health challenges.

As a key member of the team, you will provide individualized, evidence-based treatment that addresses both the clinical needs of the child and the complex needs of the family system. Your work will focus on promoting healing, resilience, and growth through a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver individual, family, and group therapy tailored to each child’s and family’s unique needs.
• Conduct diagnostic assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide ongoing clinical monitoring and crisis intervention.
• Participate actively in team meetings, supervision, and collaborative care planning.
• Complete all required clinical documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory standards.

• Share on-call responsibilities with the Team Lead and Assistant Team Lead to provide after-hours crisis support (additional compensation provided).

Qualifications:

• Must hold one of the following New York State licenses:
  • Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with children and youth with serious emotional or behavioral health challenges (RTF or CR level of care experience preferred).
• Proficiency in evidence-based treatments and practices.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of Managed Care Organizations (MCOs), Medicaid, and federal guidelines.
• Demonstrated understanding of Social Determinants of Health, race equity, social justice, and trauma-informed care.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with culturally and professionally diverse teams.
• Fluency in Spanish is highly preferred.
  

Salary Range: $62,400 - $64,900 + Differential added for Spanish language skills and credentials