We are seeking a skilled Clinical Consultant (LMSW, LCSW, or LMHC) to join the Montefiore/UBA team in providing expert assessment and consultation services at the intersection of mental health, intimate partner violence (IPV), and substance use within the child welfare system. Clinical Consultants will provide assessments and consultations to families referred by our partners at the NYC Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) in the Bronx. This role is ideal for a clinician who is passionate about applying their expertise across diverse populations and supporting families with complex needs.

Montefiore, the University Hospital for Albert Einstein College of Medicine, is nationally recognized for clinical excellence, research, and community partnerships that improve health outcomes across New York City. University Behavioral Associates (UBA), a part of Montefiore, is dedicated to providing innovative, evidence-based behavioral health and child welfare services to support children, families, and communities.

About the Role
As a Clinical Consultant, you will play a vital role in strengthening child welfare practice by providing high-quality assessments, consultations, and clinical insights to staff working with children and families. You will bring a broad generalist background, paired with specialized knowledge of mental health and IPV, to ensure families receive comprehensive, trauma-informed care.

We are hiring multiple Clinical Consultants, including those with generalist experience, as well as those who specialize in the assessment of children, as well as those who specialize in assessing intellectual disability/ developmental disability (ID/DD).

Key Responsibilities
•        Conduct thorough clinical assessments for children, caregivers, and families involved in the child welfare system.
•        Provide consultation on mental health concerns, IPV, and co-occurring substance use issues, offering actionable recommendations to staff and teams.
•        Apply a developmental and lifespan perspective, drawing on experience across multiple age groups.
•        Collaborate with child protection staff, supervisors, and providers to strengthen case planning and service connections.
•        Ensure that assessments and consultations are timely, accurate, and clinically sound, with a focus on safety, stability, and family well-being.

What We’re Looking For
•        Licensed LMSW, LCSW, or LMHC (required)
•        5+ years of clinical experience providing direct services to children, adults, and/or families
•        2+ years working within the child welfare system or with families affected by child welfare involvement
•        Strong clinical knowledge of mental health, intimate partner violence, and substance use and their intersections
•        Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information into clear, practical recommendations
•        A trauma-informed, culturally responsive approach to clinical work