Licensed Psychotherapist (Fee-For-Service/Home Visit)

Childcenterny; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community-focused organization is seeking a dedicated Licensed Psychotherapist to provide essential mental health services to children and families in their own environments. This role emphasizes the importance of early intervention, working closely with clients to develop personalized treatment plans that address their unique needs. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to connect with diverse populations. Join a passionate team committed to making a real difference in the lives of children and families across New York. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful change while enjoying the flexibility of home visits.

Qualifications

• Must have a NYS LCSW, LMFT, LMHC or LMSW.
• Excellent communication skills required for effective psychotherapy.

Responsibilities

• Work with children and families in home and community settings.
• Provide crisis intervention and document services accurately.

Skills

Excellent written, verbal, and listening skills

Ability to work amongst diverse social, cultural, and economic groups

Therapeutic communication and interaction

Crisis intervention

Bilingual skills (Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali)

Education

NYS LCSW, LMFT, LMHC or LMSW

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Licensed Psychotherapist (Fee-For-Service/Home Visit)

Suffolk County, NY, USA Req #1006

Wednesday, January 8, 2025

The Child Center of NY strengthens children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives. Founded in 1953, The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city. With 50 locations and 100 programs in NYC’s most under-served communities, our 1,000+ results-oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40,000 children and their families each year.

HOME VISITS REQUIRED.

There is an opening for Queens, Nassau County and Suffolk County area. 3 separate openings.

The Psychotherapist (OLP) is designed to prevent the progression of behavioral health needs through early symptom identification and intervention and may be provided to children/youth in need of assessment for whom behavioral health conditions have not yet been diagnosed.

In this role you will:

• Work with children, adolescents and their families in their home and community environments.
• Complete comprehensive initial and ongoing assessment
• Develop a congruent treatment plan with actively including the child and family as to ensure medical necessity.
• Provide counseling services by way of psychotherapy, including therapeutic communication and interaction for the purpose of alleviating symptoms or functional limitations.
• Provide both in-person and telephone crisis intervention activities to any child that experiences psychiatric, behavioral, or situational distress.
• Documents all services provided both timely and accurately.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a NYS LCSW, LMFT, LMHC or LMSW
• HOME VISITS REQUIRED, Ideally evenings or weekends
• Successful completion of the Mandated Reporter training.
• Ability to work amongst diverse social, cultural, and economic groups.
• Excellent written, verbal, and listening skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and have some knowledge and using Electronic Health Records (EHR).
• Bilingual (preferred but not required) in one or more of the following: Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali and others, as depending upon the needs of the client and their family.

The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V