Mental Health Therapist

Samaritan Daytop Village; Blauvelt (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO 25 days

Retirement match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Samaritan Daytop Village, Inc. in Blauvelt, NY is seeking a Mental Health Therapist for our Outpatient Division.

The role conducts bio-psychosocial assessments, leads individual, family, and group therapy, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to design effective treatment plans. The ideal candidate holds an MSW or MHC with active NYSED license (LMSW/LMHC/LMFT/LCAT) or a Limited Permit, with at least one year of clinical experience in substance use or mental health treatment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling and NYSED licensure.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in substance use or mental health treatment.
• Experience with diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Proficiency with EHR and basic computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Assess and develop individualized care plans with bio-psychosocial assessments.
• Conduct individual, family, and group counseling for mental health and substance use.
• Monitor treatment progress and crisis intervention as needed.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams to design effective plans.
• Document clinical activities accurately and efficiently.
• Connect clients with essential community resources and supports.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Emotional intelligence

Education

MSW or MHC

NYSED license LMSW/LMHC/LMFT/LCAT or Limited Permit

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Mental Health Therapist

Samaritan Daytop Village is a leading human services organization in New York State serving over 38,000 New Yorkers annually across more than 60 locations through Transitional Housing, Community Based Services, and Residential and Outpatient programs. This position is part of the Outpatient Division, which operates a diverse network of outpatient clinics, crisis stabilization and helpline centers, specialized educational programs, and community health centers, all delivering evidence-based treatment and care for individuals facing substance use and mental health challenges.

The Mental Health Therapist conducts bio-psychosocial assessments, leads individual, family, and group therapy sessions, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to design effective treatment plans. This role provides essential mental health and substance use support, monitors client progress, and addresses client well-being in a supportive clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, screens, and case-conferences incoming clients to determine targeted needs and establish individualized care plans
• Conducts mental status examinations and bio-psychosocial assessments
• Facilitates individual, family, and group counseling addressing mental health, substance use, and social drivers of health
• Tracks client treatment progress and monitors ongoing mental status
• Provides crisis intervention services when required
• Collaborates with the multidisciplinary care team to deliver effective treatment strategies
• Evaluates and connects clients with essential community resources
• Partners with clients and families to refine treatment goals over time
• Completes accurate clinical documentation efficiently

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or Mental Health Counseling (MHC) with an active NYSED license (LMSW, LMHC, LMFT, LCAT) or a Limited Permit requiring licensure within one year of hire
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in substance use or mental health treatment
• Strong foundational knowledge of substance use disorders and mental health principles
• Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems
• Experience working directly with individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
• High emotional intelligence and empathy to build trust and navigate crisis situations effectively
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for working within multidisciplinary teams
• Unwavering commitment to client confidentiality and professional ethics

Additional Information

This is a full-time exempt role with a salary of $60,000-$65,000 with a full benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 25 days of paid time off, access to a retirement account with an employer to match and tuition reimbursement.

This role is located in Blauvelt, NY and has a schedule of Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.

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