Job Description:

NYC Health + Hospitals is the largest municipal health care system in the nation. We are a network of 11 hospitals, trauma centers, neighborhood health centers, nursing homes, and post-acute care centers. We are a home care agency and a health plan, MetroPlus. Our health system provides essential services to 1.4 million New Yorkers every year in more than 70 locations across the citys five boroughs. Our diverse workforce of more than 42,000 employees are uniquely focused on empowering New Yorkers, without exception, to live the healthiest life possible.NYC Health + Hospitals is also home to Correctional Health Services, one of the nation's leading correctional health care systems in quality of, and innovations and access to care. In-jail services include medical, mental health, nursing, substance use treatment, social work, dental and vision care, discharge planning, and reentry support. In addition to providing direct patient care in the jails, CHS conducts enhanced pre-arraignment screening and forensic psychiatric examinations; and leverages the resources of the Health + Hospitals system to help discharged patients successfully return to their communities. CHS is also a pivotal partner in New York City's criminal justice reform efforts. Our workforce is comprised of more than 1,500 dedicated professionals, with locations in all five boroughs and on Rikers Island.At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.HHC Payroll Title: Social Worker Level IIFunctional/Office Title: AOT CoordinatorSummary of position:A significant function of the Social Work reentry department includes identifying individuals eligible for Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT), submitting appropriate referrals, coordinating with the DOHMH/Rikers AOT team and coordinating with community providers. This full-time position reports to the Director of Social Work through the Clinical Coordinator of Social Work and is responsible for providing coordination between CHS and the DOHMH's AOT Rikers team, with the purpose of ensuring that individuals with Serious Mental Illness who are eligible for AOT leave the jail under an active order and with the appropriate follow up and supervision.Responsibilities Include:Providing education and supervision to other social worker staff about the eligibility and overall process of AOT. Screening AOT referrals for completeness and appropriateness.Tracking status of pending AOT referrals and helping assure completion of required documents/information for DOHMH/AOT review.Facilitating communication between CHS' treatment team and DOHMH/AOT.Facilitating communication between DOHMH/AOT and criminal justice system stakeholders (e.g., attorneys, parole, court) and community treatment providers, including housing providers and alternative to incarceration programs. Cross-referencing data systems for status updates and corrections on AOT referrals.Tracking and communicating status changes to those referred to AOT (e.g., transfers to state hospital or state prison).Coordinating care for those already under AOT who become incarcerated. Organizing, participating, and/or leading regular administrative and clinical meetings with DOHMH/AOT. Department Preferences:Experience submitting and coordinating AOT referrals.Clinical experience working with individuals with mental illness.Clinical experience working in with individuals involved in the criminal justice system.Experience facilitating communication between stakeholders, including court personnel.Excellent organizational skills.Prior administrative organizational experience.Strong data tracking skills.Qualification Requirements:Master's degree in Social Work with active NY State license in good standing.LCSW preferredExperience -At least two years of post-license experience.An equivalent and satisfactory combination of education and experience may be consideredFor Assignment to Level II1. Valid license as an LMSW issued by the NYSED; or2. Valid license as an LCSW issued by the NYSED.If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button or mail your resume, noting the above Job ID #, to:NYC Health + Hospitals / Correctional Health ServicesTalent AcquisitionHuman Resources Department55 Water Street, 18th FloorNew York, NY 10041Attn: Talent AcquisitionIf applying online, please include your cover letter in the same file attachment with your uploaded resume.