Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Military veterans preferred

Supportive Housing Licensed Mental Health Counselor Bronx, NY : 5/7/2024Job DescriptionJob ID#:3893Job Category:Supportive HousingPosition Type:Full TimeDetails:Under supervision of the Program Director, theLicensed Mental Health Counselor is responsible for the provision of short and long term psychotherapy to a caseload of substance use and psychiatrically diagnosed individuals.This position requires great organizational and time management skills. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities as defined by the ADA to perform the essential functions of the job.The salary is $50k-$65k per yearKEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: + Evaluates and provides therapeutic interventions for adults diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illnesses and substance use.+ Assessments performed with complete formulation, differential diagnosis, treatment and safety planning.+ Provides individual therapy and group services rooted in evidenced based practice.+ Works as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team and practices client centered and holistic care.+ Communicates effectively with client, collateral contacts, outside agencies, referring agencies, and/or outside providers as needed for continuity of care.+ Maintains appropriate and timely documentation of clinical services and related clinical contacts in accordance with OASAS and OMH regulations and organizational expectations.+ Performs clinical, compliance, and administrative duties as instructed.+ Assist in the development of Evidenced Based Practices Group Curriculums in collaboration with the team.+ Assist in the creation or enhancing of group curriculums for new or upcoming group cycles.+ Attends professional meetings, educational conferences, and workshops, in order to maintain and improve professional competence+ Provide clinical/task supervision.+ Conduct seminars and training for other clinical staff on various mental health diagnoses.+ Facilitate interdisciplinary treatment teams and case conferences to determine client care and treatment planning.+ Provide crisis intervention on as needed basis.+ Any other relevant responsibilities requested by supervisor.REQUIREMENTS: + 3+ years previous relevant experience in Mental or Behavioral Health environment required.+ Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling or an equivalent related field required+ Current and unrestricted Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)- NYS Licensure + Mandated Reporter (2.0 hours)+ Ability to use business acumen to exercise good judgment and decision-making.+ Ability to deal with sensitive issues with diplomacy and discretion.+ Must be able to multi task with strong organizational skills.+ Excellent interpersonal skills and able to communicate both verbally and in written form.+ Commitment to cultural diversity and sensitivity.+ Ability to maintain a professional demeanor under pressure, and operate with a keen sense of urgency and commitment to quality.Job Requirements