Early Childhood Clinician

Location: White Plains, NY
Posted: 2026-05-06

Job description

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>Overview:Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is an award-winning, nonprofit, nonsectarian human services organization founded in 1943. Today, it is the largest provider of licensed outpatient community behavioral health services and one of the largest human service agencies in Westchester County. WJCS delivers innovative programs and services and compassionate care to more than 20,000 people of all ages and backgrounds throughout the county. We are seeking a dedicated full-time Early Childhood Clinician to join our Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive mental health services to children age 0-5 and their families in a variety of settings including families’ homes, early childhood centers, and our Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics throughout Westchester County. Services include intake, assessment, home visiting, play therapy, parenting groups, and consulting for children exhibiting challenging behavior. The salary range is $60,000–$80,000, determined by licensure, plus a $5,000 differential for bilingual (English/Spanish) fluency, for a total compensation range of $60,000–$85,000. Responsibilities: As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:<ul style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(38, 35, 33); background: white;">Conduct comprehensive intake assessments and develop written treatment plans with clients (collaborative documentation) in compliance with CCBHC regulations.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(38, 35, 33); background: white;">Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation and agency reports.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(38, 35, 33); background: white;">Provide evidence-based treatment via individual, family, and group therapy.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(38, 35, 33); background: white;">Travel thoughout Westchester County for home visits.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(38, 35, 33); background: white;">Provide supervision to Peer Support Specialists.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Consult with parents, caregivers, teachers, and childcare providers regarding behavioral concerns.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(38, 35, 33); background: white;">Provide late night coverage as required, one evening per week, typically until 7:00pm.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(38, 35, 33); background: white;">Attend agency in-service training and staff meetings.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Collaborate as an integrated member of the Early Childhood team.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Stay current on best practices in therapy with young children and families.</li></ul> Requirements: We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications:<ul style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(38, 35, 33); background: white;">Masters Degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling from an accredited school. </li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(38, 35, 33); background: white;">Possession of New York State licensure (LMFT, LMSW, LMHC, or LCSW) strongly preferred.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Knowledge of child development and behavior management.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(38, 35, 33); background: white;">Familiarity and experience with evidenced-based practices.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(38, 35, 33); background: white;">Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Strong written and verbal communication skills. </li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Ability to work effectively with diverse, multicultural populations. </li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Ability to travel for home visits, including one evening per week up to 7:00pm; reliable transportation required.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Proficiency with computer skills and electronic health records.</li></ul> What WJCS has to offer you:In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package, including:<ul style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(38, 35, 33); background: white;">Generous paid time off</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(38, 35, 33); background: white;">Comprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(38, 35, 33); background: white;">403(b) Plan and an Agency-Paid Pension Plan</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(38, 35, 33); background: white;">Ongoing Professional Development and Training</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(38, 35, 33); background: white;">Employee Assistance Program</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(38, 35, 33); background: white;">Tuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursements</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(38, 35, 33); background: white;">Disability and life insurance</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-size: 18px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(38, 35, 33); background: white;">Staff appreciation events and employee mental health and wellness initiatives</li></ul> WJCS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Early Childhood Clinician

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