The Whitney M. Young Jr. Health Center offers competitive salaries, excellent benefit package including free individual health insurance, free parking and 50% off dental care for qualified positions.

Resumes can be e-mailed to Jobs@wmyhealth.org  or faxed to 518-320-3021.  Please note that we only accept applications for open positions, so please do not send information unless the position is currently open.

Also, due to the volume of calls we receive, we are not able to discuss the status of applications with potential candidates.

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HIV SERVICES

Community Health Worker (SAFE-T Program):  The Community Health Worker provides health screenings, enhanced outreach and education at the street level to target populations, and the general public about substance abuse, STDs and HIV/AIDS, including prevention, harm reduction and the availability of services at Whitney M. Young Jr. Health Services.  Min Quals:  AAS or 3 years community service/outreach experience, must be highly motivated, self-starter who is able to work with diverse populations.  Must have valid NYS Drivers License and clean driving record. 

HIV Quality Assurance-Clinical Care Coordinator:  HIV program providing a full range of services seeks an experienced QA-Clinical Care Coordinator responsible for coordination of quality management activities and data gathering, analysis and reporting.  Works closely with HIV providers and support staff to assure quality of care to HIV infected and affected individuals in keeping with the Patient Centered Medical Home model of care.  The Coordinator is responsible to assure compliance with clinical and quality management guidelines for all HIV programs.     Responsible to develop Calendar/Workplan of quality monitoring activities for all grant funded HIV programs; prepares/presents reports to internal/external groups; responsible for clinical care coordination to ensure continuity of care across continuum of Health Center Services; coordinates weekly medical case conference meetings and works collaboratively with HIV Medical Director, Program Director and HIV services staff.  Qualifications:  R.N. with valid NYS license. Minimum two (2) to three (3) years experience in an acute and/or primary care setting; demonstrated understanding of the HIV disease management process; demonstrated presentation skills to small/large groups of diverse healthcare background/experience; experienced data collection/analysis and in implementing quality improvement projects; demonstrated understanding of cultural competency; familiarity with computers, MS Windows/Office software.

MEDICAL

Supervisor Medical Social Work and Perinatal Services: Provides mental health services to patients through psychosocial assessment, counseling, crisis intervention and referral services, taking into consideration specific physical, cultural and age related needs of the population served.  Works collaboratively with psychiatrists and medical providers regarding biopsychosocial components of illness and disability. As supervisor of perinatal services, provides direct supervision to medical case managers and other staff as determined by the WMY administration. Also provides clinical supervision to master’s level clinicians. Min Quals:  Master’s Degree in Social Work with LCSW from New York State; three (3) years work experience in Social Work practice and program development, preferably in a medical setting; Knowledge of community resources; Demonstrated ability to work with a culturally diverse population of patients; Familiarity with NYS Child Protective Service laws, Pref. Quals:  MSW with LCSW-R licensure; six years experience with supervisory program oversight.  Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. 

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MMTP

Registered Nurse (PT) – 12 hours/month: NYS license with behavioral health experience a must. Assessments and triaging patients, toxicology screens and substance abuse or mental health exposure preferred.

SOCIAL WORK

Licensed Master Social Worker:  Facilitates the continuity of care through psychosocial assessment and diagnosis, counseling, crisis intervention and referral services, taking into consideration specific physical, cultural, and age related needs in the School Based Health Centers and WMY Albany and Troy locations.  Spanish speaking clinicians are encourages to apply.   Developing comprehensive psychosocial assessments; develop and evaluate written treatment plans based on clinical assessments; utilizes brief therapeutic interventions in accordance with treatment plan; provides linkages and advocacy in accordance with the treatment plan; participates with multidisciplinary teams; participates in professional growth activities; responsible for 3^rd party reimbursement of mental health services; provide initial assessments and referrals to social service agencies, as well as some on-site services.  Minimum Qualifications:  Master’s Degree in Social Work with a LMSW from New York State; three years work experience in Social Work, preferably in a medical setting; knowledge of community resources; demonstrated ability to work with a culturally diverse population; familiarity with NYS Child Protective Service laws as well as current domestic legislation.  Familiarity with NYS Medicaid Presumptive eligibility criteria and ability to complete appropriate forms.  Preferred Qualifications:  Bilingual; six years work experience in social work in a community health care setting. 

CDC HIV PREVENTION PROGRAM

Project Manager-: The Project Manager is responsible for the delivery and oversight of the organization’s HIV prevention projects. This position must have a strong background in project management, human resources, and federal reporting requirements. Responsibilities:  Responsible for collection, entering, analyzing and use of all standardized program monitoring data and program performance indicators; directly supervises program staff; develop written prevention and educational materials; interfaces with internal and external community resources and funding agencies; manages budget and expenditures; Minimum Qualifications:  BA/BS in public health, education, social work, or a health related field with 3 to 5 years experience in community outreach experience;  knowledge of HIV Aids and other sexually transmitted diseases; must have excellent communication skills; ability to address groups; Computer skills to include: MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel.

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