Behavioral Health Counselor - Buffalo

Endeavor Health Services; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Long-term disability

Voluntary life

Short-term disability

401(k) plan

10 paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Pet insurance discount

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Endeavor Health Services is seeking a compassionate Behavioral Health Counselor to provide counseling to individuals and groups, addressing mental health, substance use, and emotional challenges. Based at our Buffalo clinic, this full-time role requires 37.5 hours weekly, with two evenings until 6:30pm.

You will build treatment plans, document sessions, and contribute to an integrated care team. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in a mental health or social work field and licensure

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from a recognized college or university in a mental health or social work related field and eligible for license within 18 months of hire (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC-P, etc.)
• One year of direct service, post-graduate, experience preferred, but not require
• Demonstrates a knowledge base upon which they can provide direct clinical service and advisement

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload, with individual, family and group counseling
• Responsible for treatment planning and session notes
• Meet productivity standards
• Work as part of an integrated team
• Manage and run groups

Skills

Caseload management

Group counseling

Treatment planning

Session notes

Productivity standards

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in mental health or social work

Licensure eligibility within 18 months (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC-P)

Job description

Endeavor Health Services is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Counselorto join our dynamic team. In this vital role, you will provide invaluable support and counseling services to individuals and groups, helping them to navigate their mental health, substance abuse and emotional challenges. Your expertise will be instrumental in fostering a healing environment, encouraging personal growth, and empowering our clients to achieve their wellness goals. If you are committed to making a positive impact in the field of behavioral health, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

This position will be based at our clinic located at 1500 Broadway St. location in Buffalo. This is a full-time position (37.5 hours), Monday - Friday with 2 evenings a week required (until 6:30pm).

The ideal candidate will:

• manage a caseload, with individual, family and group counseling
• responsible for treatment planning and session notes
• meet productivity standards
• work as part of an integrated team
• manage and run groups

Qualifications

• Must possess a Master’s Degree from a recognized college or university in a mental health or social work related field and be eligible for license within 18 months of hire (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC-P, etc.)
• One year of direct service, post-graduate, experience preferred, but not require
• Demonstrates a knowledge base upon which they can provide direct clinical service and advisement

We offer competitive salaries and an array of employee benefits, including medical, dental, company paid vision, company paid life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability, voluntary life, AD&D, and Short Term Disability, 401 (K) retirement savings plan with company contribution, 10 paid holiday, generous paid vacation, paid sick time, discounted pet insurance and an Employee Assistance Program. We are an eligible employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Salary starting at $55,267.65 - $68,776/year depending on education, credential and experience. Potential to earn an additional $4,000 per year through performance-based bonuses.

Endeavor Health Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of fairness and respect. We welcome prospective employees from various cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities with which we work in partnership.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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