Mental Health Counselor

Child & Family Services; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 58,860 - 71,940; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Medical insurance options

Dental insurance options

Vision insurance options

Wellness Program and Incentives

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Dependent Care FSA

Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifying Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

403(b) Right Away with Employer Contributions

Job summary

Child & Family Services in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Bilingual Mental Health Counselor to deliver mental health services within our outpatient program. The ideal candidate will be licensed or license eligible in a relevant field and proficient in English and Spanish.

This role involves assessments, diagnosis, and providing therapy to diverse populations. The position offers a competitive salary of $65,400 annually and flexible scheduling options.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher is preferred for this role.
• NYS Education Department license, or license eligible, in a relevant field.
• Experience in a community-centered mental health setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health assessments and psychotherapy services.
• Conduct individual, family, and group counseling.
• Participate in case conferences and maintain case files.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Excellent written and oral communication

Cultural competence

Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records

Interpersonal skills

Education

NYS Education Department license in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy

Masters degree or better

Tools

Microsoft Office

Credible (EHR)

Job description

The Bilingual Mental Health Counselor will provide counseling and mental health services to a diverse population, including children, adults and families within our outpatient Counseling Services program. With a trauma informed lens, the Counselor will provide assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning and psychotherapy services. In a strong team environment, the Bilingual Mental Health Counselor will collaborate with internal and external service providers and supports to help clients reach their treatment goals.

• NYS Education Department license, or license eligible, in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy
• Must be proficient in two or more languages (English and Spanish preferred)
• Experience in a community-centered mental health setting is preferred
• Demonstrated cultural competence in understanding and working with disadvantaged/minority populations in community-based programs in an urban and suburban setting
• A valid NYS driver’s license is required
• Computer literacy required, experience Electronic Medical Records preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Support overall agency mission, vision, policies, goals and objectives

Shift Information:

• Flexible weekday schedule, with 2 evenings a week
• Hybrid in office and remote schedule options available

Major Responsibilities/Activities:

• Provide mental health assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning and psychotherapy services
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling to a diversified population with multiple struggles
• Provide advocacy, linkage and referral services
• Complete electronic client files, administrative tasks in a timely manner
• Write reports to court, schools, or other community agencies as necessary
• Maintain positive working relationship with other professionals, community agencies, and coalitions
• Continue professional growth and training in best practices, including cultural competency
• Attend regular supervision sessions and monthly staff meetings
• Participate in case conferences and share clinical expertise with Child and Family Services staff
• Participate in the agency Quality Improvement process and other agency meetings including in-service trainings, supervisions/consultations and staff meetings as requested
• Models and practices sensitivity, fair treatment and acceptance of diversity in all interpersonal interactions
• Shows willingness to learn about and implement skills related to diversity
• Possess a working knowledge of the Microsoft based products and agency programs such as Credible (EHR).
• Maintain positive working relationships with program staff and others within the agency; demonstrate strong interpersonal skills during interactions with internal and external collaterals
• Maintain a minimum of 25 hours of client contact weekly

Competitive Salary of $65,400 per year based on a 35-hour work week

C+FS offers full-time employees the below benefits to support our employees and their families and help to create a healthy work environment

• Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays and bereavement time
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Medical insurance options
• Dental insurance options
• Vision insurance options
• Wellness Program and Incentives
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dependent Care FSA
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• 403(b) Right Away and Employer-Contributions (1000 hours each year)

Child and Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Child and Family Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran or familial status, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Child and Family Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Masters or better.

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