Per Diem Staff Therapist-Mental Health & Wellness Services

Oswego Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in New York is seeking a Per Diem Staff Therapist to evaluate client needs and provide direct clinical services. The role involves counseling, assessments, and collaboration with other service providers. Ideal candidates will be licensed therapists with experience in mental health settings. This position offers flexible hours and the opportunity to impact community health positively.

Qualifications

• Licensed therapist in New York state required.
• Experience in OMH, MHOTRS, or community clinic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling for individuals and groups.
• Complete intake assessments and assist with care coordination.
• Maintain accurate documentation and prepare reports.

Skills

Therapeutic concepts

Counseling

Client relationship

Confidentiality

Education

Licensed therapist (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist)

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Per Diem Staff Therapist-Mental Health & Wellness Services

Job Title: Per Diem Staff Therapist Department: Adult Outpatient Clinics

Reports to: Clinical Supervisor Revision Date: 5/12/25

Job Summary:

Responsible for evaluating client needs, providing direct clinical services, and participating in inter-disciplinary team meetings/staffing as scheduled. Provides direct counseling services within outpatient settings. Maintains appropriate documentation and prepares reports as required.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide counseling for individuals and groups (adults and youth).
• Complete intake assessments, mandatory assessments, and assist with care coordination and discharge planning needs.
• Provide services as an individual therapist, including assessment of treatment needs, treatment planning, therapy, and coordination of services.
• Maintain an appropriate caseload.
• Attend scheduled meetings such as group supervision, staff meetings, quarterly meetings, and other meetings as assigned.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation and prepare periodic reports as required.
• Coordinate clients’ treatment plans with other service providers as needed. Refer for additional or specialized services when indicated.
• Maintain current knowledge of local and regional resources for clients and know how to access these services/programs as necessary.
• Organize and facilitate mental health-related groups.
• Comply with state and federal rules and regulations regarding health, safety, and equal opportunity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities (Unit Specific):

• Ability and openness to work with both youth/adolescent and adult populations.
• Current professional knowledge of therapeutic concepts and techniques.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, other service providers, and the community at large.
• Knowledge of state and federal rules and regulations regarding health, safety, and equal opportunity.
• Ability to work under stressful situations with clients, families, and other human services providers. Appointments may involve irregular work hours and may be provided at satellite locations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of client information.

Education and Experience:

• Must be a licensed therapist (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist) in New York state at the time of hire.
• Experience working in an OMH, MHOTRS, or community clinic is preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Maintain current professional knowledge of therapeutic concepts and techniques. Attend seminars, workshops, and conferences when appropriate.
• Attend staff and team meetings as scheduled.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to perform prolonged or extensive standing, walking, and traversing.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs at times.
• Position requires attendance to meet requirements.
• Complies with DOH requirements for annual health assessments and immunizations.

Pay Range: $28.95 - $34.74/hr

Employee salary is based on experience and qualifications.

About Oswego Health:

The mission of Oswego Health is to provide accessible, quality care and improve the health of residents throughout Oswego County. Established in 1881, Oswego Health is Oswego County’s largest private employer, with over 1,300 employees across 18 locations. These include Oswego Hospital, a psychiatric acute-care facility, The Manor at Seneca Hill, Springside at Seneca Hill, Oswego Health Home Care, outpatient centers, and a multi-specialty medical group offering services in primary and specialty care.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Oswego Health is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related matters, without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, marital or familial status, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, criminal record, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition, reproductive health decisions, or any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions will be made in accordance with this policy.