Behavioral Health Counselor — Crisis & Recovery Support

Concern for Independent Living, Inc.; East Patchogue (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan (403(b))

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Concern Housing seeks a Behavioral Health Specialist to provide individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and supervision of Recovery Specialists within the Respite Program in East Patchogue. This role requires licensure and a Master’s degree, with a focus on documentation and compliance with NYSOMH regulations.

The successful candidate will conduct assessments, coordinate services, and support guests with daily living skills while adhering to program policies and schedules.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree and license in Psychology, Social Work or Mental Health Counseling plus 3 years experience in a similar setting.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to make sound judgments and assessments regarding client care.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to program guests.
• Crisis intervention, including on-call responsibilities.
• Complete and maintain documentation (Pre-Registration Questionnaire, ISPs, assessments, discharge and follow-up).
• Daily meetings with guests to develop coping skills and monitor progress.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Judgment & assessment

Education

Master’s Degree in Psychology/Social Work/Mental Health Counseling

License in Psychology, Social Work or Mental Health Counseling

Job description

Concern Housing seeks a Behavioral Health Specialist to provide individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and supervision of Recovery Specialists within the Respite Program in East Patchogue. This role requires licensure and a Master’s degree, with a focus on documentation and compliance with NYSOMH regulations.

The successful candidate will conduct assessments, coordinate services, and support guests with daily living skills while adhering to program policies and schedules.