Forensic Clinical Specialist (Contract Position)
Company: Suffolk County
Location: Riverhead
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
The Suffolk County Division of Community Mental Hygiene Services
is seeking qualified Forensic Clinical Specialists to work
part-time in the Behavioral Health Unit in the Suffolk County
Correctional Facilities located in Yaphank and Riverhead. IMPORTANT
DETAILS : This is a contract position Through a combination of
education and work experience, Forensic Clinical Specialists offer
expertise in several areas. KEY ELEMENTS OF THE ROLE:
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Risk Assessment/Crisis Intervention
Psycho-Education and Supportive Counseling Individual and Group
Therapy Assessment and treatment of Court Involved/Forensic
Populations Additional Position Information: The Forensic Clinical
Specialist will possess a thorough knowledge of the principles and
practice associated with some or all of the following skill areas:
Cognitive-behavioral therapy; risk assessment/crisis intervention;
psycho education and supportive counseling; group therapy; and
assessment and treatment of Court Involved/Forensic Populations.
Salary: Between $29-$38/per hour dependent on credentials and
services Hours: The role allows for flexibility for when sessions
are conducted. The hours can be conducted as follows: Monday -
Sunday between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at our Yaphank and Riverhead
Correctional Facilities. *This position does not offer relocation
assistance at this time Sponsorship is not available for this role
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from a university with a
Master's Degree in Social Work AND Certification as Licensed Master
Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) by
the New York State Department of Education. Certification must be
maintained throughout employment. Suffolk County’s Commitment to
Diversity, Inclusion & Equity: Our focus is to promote, support,
and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic
plan. We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the
use of diversity and inclusion best practices. We maintain a
familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.
Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does
not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of
race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability
that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or
veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
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