Licensed Mental Health Counselor

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 $30.39/Hr , plus full benefits KEY 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.