Licensed Clinician

Licensed Mental Health Clinician

Sign-On Bonus Up to $3,000 - Located in the Bronx. This position is not remote.

Job Description

• The Licensed Mental Health Clinician is responsible for providing individual and group counseling services on a wide range of clinical issues for individuals diagnosed with an Opioid Use Disorder.
• The Licensed Clinician assists patients with accessing community resources and services related to their diagnosis such as legal, medical, and vocational/educational needs.
• Complete and/or review Intake Assessments.
• Conduct individual assessments and counseling to assigned caseload addressing family, medical, and psychiatric concerns.
• Conduct evidence-based group counseling services related to a wide range of clinical and community issues.
• Maintain up-to-date charts including assessments, care plans, case notes, and documentation of collateral contacts.
• Provide crisis intervention services.
• Establish community and agency affiliations that address treatment needs and strengthen the delivery of services.
• Maintain a caseload of a minimum of 30 patients.
• Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings and case conferences.
• When necessary, facilitate case conferences and conduct internal chart audits.
• Attend all required in-service training seminars.
• Participate in quality improvement training, seminars, and conferences.
• Other relevant duties as required.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy and one (1) year experience working in a social service setting providing individual and group counseling, family therapy, and/or case management for individuals identified with a substance use disorder.
• NYS Licensure as a Social Worker, Mental Health Counselor, or Marriage and Family Therapist required. Candidates with a limited permit may be considered for employment but will utilize the title "Clinician" and are required to maintain an active limited permit.
• Knowledge of Medication Assisted Treatment, Person-Centered Care, Trauma-Informed Care, and Evidence-Based SUD/MH services.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work as a productive member of a team.
• Ability to verbally express ideas and concepts clearly to others.
• Proficiency with computer operation (Microsoft Word, Excel, Electronic Health Records, and Outlook programs).
• Excellent written communication skills and ability to maintain charts as per policy and procedures.