Mental Health Therapist

careers-samaritanvillage; New York (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Daytop Village is seeking a Mental Health Therapist to provide counseling and casework services to individuals with mental illness or substance use disorders in the New York area.

Under general direction, you will assess mental status, develop treatment plans, conduct individual and group therapy, and coordinate referrals to community resources while maintaining confidentiality and quality care for diverse populations.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling required.
• LICENSURE: NYSED LMSW or LMHC or other QHP such as MSW-Limited Permit with time-bound licensure.
• 1–2 years clinical experience in substance use and/or mental health treatment.
• Knowledge of NYC diverse health networks and services.
• Proficient in computer use including MS Office and EHR.
• Experience with diverse populations; maintain confidentiality.
• On-site role in New York City area.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with patients and families to set treatment goals.
• Gather information from family; note concerns and observations.
• Assess patients through interviews; develop treatment plans.
• Implement program goals and activities.
• Conduct individual and group therapy for mental illness or substance use.
• Prepare clients for transition home when appropriate.
• Refer to appropriate mental health resources.
• Monitor progress and update mental status.
• Consult with other mental health professionals on treatment.
• Provide crisis intervention when needed.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Utilize community resources as needed.
• Stay informed about changes in the field.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Clinical counseling

Case management

Crisis intervention

Cultural competency

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

EHR

Job description

Overview

Mental Health Therapist

Healthcare staff can work anywhere….The BEST work with US!

$66,000-$72,000

A nationally recognized comprehensive Health and Human Services Agency, with over 60 programs across New York City and greater New York Area.

Samaritan Daytop Village, serves over 33,000 New Yorkers annually within your neighborhoods and communities so our success depends on those we employ.

The Role

Under general direction, the Mental Health Specialist is responsible for providing counseling and casework services to individuals who have mental illnesses and/or substance abuse problems. Assesses patient’s mental status through interviews and observations and then develops treatment plans or makes referrals to appropriate services.

Responsibilities

What You Will Do

• Works with patients and their families to determine goals for treatment.
• Solicits family information, observations and concerns.
• Interviews, observes and develops treatment plans for patients.
• Implements, goals, policies and activities designed to meet program objectives
• Conducts individual and group therapy sessions for patients with mental illness, emotional and substance abuse problems.
• May assess incoming clients and eventually help prepare them for transitioning home.
• Provides referrals to appropriate mental health resources.
• Monitors patient’s treatment progress and keeps track of their mental status.
• Consults with other mental health professionals to provided effective courses of treatment.
• Provides crisis intervention services to patients who are in danger to themselves and others.
• Keeps accurate records of patient records and treatment provided.
• Evaluates and utilizes community mental health resources as needed.
• Keeps abreast of changes in field.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Qualifications

Who You Will Be

• NYSED LMSW or LMHC licensure OR other QHP (Qualified Health Professional) status such as MSW-Limited Permit with ability to obtain within 90 days of hire and licensure within one year of hire or MHC-Limited Permit with ability to obtain within 90 days of hire for designated programs/divisions.
• Master’s Degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling.
• At least One-Two years demonstrated clinical experience in substance use and/or mental health treatment for designated programs based on needs of the facility.
• In depth knowledge of NYC diverse network of medical and behavioral health care organizations, including substance use disorders, treatment services, education and employment services, and non-traditional community support groups.
• Computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHR.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

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