South Oaks Hospital

Find a rewarding career as you help others find their way at South Oaks Hospital.

South Oaks Hospital is a 202-bed behavioral health hospital located on the Nassau/Suffolk border on Long Island. For well over a century, we have established a local and national reputation for delivering high quality and compassionate care, crisis management, treatment and recovery services. Learn more about our culture, benefits and workplace.

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Nurse Leadership

Qualified candidates must have BSN with previous leadership experience. Demonstrated excellent time management, communication and leadership skills. A desire to learn and work in behavioral health. Must be available to work some weekends and have flexibility.

Registered Nurse

Staff RN

One year medical-surgical experience or behavioral health experience required. Licensed and currently registered in the state of NY. American Heart Association BLS adult and child and BSN required.

Nurse Practitioners – Psychiatric/Family/Adult

Ideal candidates possess a skillset appropriate for the management of acute psychiatric patients. Excellent clinical and interpersonal skills combined with attention to service excellence.

Experience preferred but new graduates with the appropriate combination of experience and skills are encouraged to apply. Must be Board eligible, Board Certified preferred.

Social Worker/Case Coordinator

Provides clinical psychosocial assessment and treatment to patients and families. Responsibilities include assessment, treatment planning and documentation. Coordinates and facilitates services of managed care providers and outpatient service organizations.

Required: LCSW, LMSW, LMHC or LMFT designation. Prior mental health experience preferred

Assistant Counselor

Provides individual support to patients in the milieu. Facilitates group programming regarding life skills, coping skills and relapse prevention. Responsibilities include treatment planning and documentation as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Required: Bachelor’s degree in a health related field.

Creative Art Therapist

Provides a variety of therapeutic services to a diverse population using art, music, movement and drama. Responsibilities include assessment, treatment planning and documentation. Competency in the use of the creative arts and materials to facilitate self-expression and healing.

Required: Licensed Creative Art Therapist designation.

Activities Therapist

Provides a variety of therapeutic services to a diverse population through recreation, cooperative activities. And adaptive physical education to facilitate the emotional and mental wellness of individuals. Includes assessment, treatment planning and documentation as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Required: Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field. CTRS designation a plus.

Job Coach

(10-15 hours weekly) Varying Shifts

An exciting opportunity to provide vocational coaching to teens and young adults with varying learning disabilities throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Involves training individuals on life skills, work habits and social interaction to enhance independence.

Excellent communication and documentation skills; flexibility and willingness to travel. Prior experience with learning disabled population a plus but not required. Minimum of HS diploma; Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science preferred.

Pharmacy

Pharmacist: Clinical experience in behavioral health preferred. Prior experience with Pyxis automated dispensing required. Day, evening, and weekend availability is required.

Pharmacy Intern: Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited pharmacy program and possess a valid NYS Pharmacy Intern permit. Students entering 4th and 5th year of PharmD program preferred. Prior experience with Pyxis automated dispensing preferred. Day, evening, and weekend availability is required.

Rehabilitation Counselor

Provides vocational rehabilitation or related counseling to internal and external patients/clients. Provides assistance with services to individuals with disabilities related to employment and training. Includes educational and treatment planning along with referral to community services. May be assigned to School districts. Strong leadership and communication skills desired.

Required: Master’s degree in counseling related field; Mental Health or Rehabilitation Counseling preferred. Minimum of 1-2 years of experience working with disabled individuals.

Support Services

Positions in Housekeeping and Food Service/Dietary departments. Prior experience a plus.

Required: High School diploma or minimum 3 months continuous related experience.

Intake Assistant

Assists with the evaluation and admission process gathering and relaying comprehensive patient information accurately from/to patients, families and insurance providers. Generation of reports and data entry into evaluation records. Employs excellent customer service and engages patients proactively and with sensitivity. Attention to detail and good judgment.

Required: Minimum High School Diploma; Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred. Prior Hospital or medical practice experience a plus.

South Oaks Talent Community

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