Mental Health Counselor – Autism Support & Benefits

Gersh Autism Academy; West Hempstead (NY); Sur place; USD 68 000 - 83 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Family Leave

Disability Insurance

Training & Development

Résumé du poste

Gersh Autism Academy seeks a Mental Health Counselor to assess, plan, and provide individual or group therapy for students aged 5-21 across our network. You will develop treatment plans, run wellness workshops, and coordinate referrals to support emotional and social growth.

The ideal candidate has experience with autism, trauma-informed care, and strong communication skills, ensuring a safe, caring environment for young adults.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of relevant experience required.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Mental Health Counselor; LMHC/LSMW credentials.
• Extensive knowledge of therapeutic treatment techniques.
• Experience with trauma treatment.
• Experience with adults/young adults on the autism spectrum.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Counsel students to understand and articulate their feelings clearly.
• Guide students to understand the causes and effects of behaviors.
• Develop individualized treatment plans.
• Lead individual or group therapy sessions.
• Run preventative mental wellness classes or workshops.
• Make treatment referrals.
• Monitor students' use of medications.
• Perform crisis interventions.
• Meet with families and other providers to exchange information.

Connaissances

Therapeutic techniques

Trauma experience

Autism spectrum experience

Communication skills

Formation

Licensed Clinical Social Worker / Mental Health Counselor (LMHC/LSMW)

Description du poste

Gersh Autism Academy seeks a Mental Health Counselor to assess, plan, and provide individual or group therapy for students aged 5-21 across our network. You will develop treatment plans, run wellness workshops, and coordinate referrals to support emotional and social growth.

The ideal candidate has experience with autism, trauma-informed care, and strong communication skills, ensuring a safe, caring environment for young adults.