Bilingual Behavioral Health Therapist (NY) (LSMW, LCSW) - Remote - Full Time

PM Pediatrics•New York, NY

3d•Remote

About The Position

PM Pediatric Care is seeking a Licensed Master Social Worker (or LCSW) to join their Behavioral Health Program. This opportunity will provide comprehensive behavioral health for common conditions seen in primary care such as depression, anxiety, ADD, and conduct disorders in an extended primary care collaborative model. Founded in 2006, PM Pediatrics is the nation’s largest pediatric urgent care provider and a national telehealth company, expanding services to meet all of the physical, behavioral, and psychosocial needs of children. PM Pediatric Care is transforming physical and mental health care for kids and young adults with nearly 100 locations nationwide, a convenient telehealth offering, partnerships with leading children’s hospitals, and a rapidly growing pediatric mental health program. The company is committed to making a meaningful difference in communities through the delivery of convenient, compassionate, best-in-class care and is seeking passionate, skilled professionals who value innovation, impact, and excellence to help revolutionize pediatric healthcare.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Social Work or a related field required
Bilingual Spanish Speaking (Must speak Spanish fluently & be able to provide therapy services in Spanish!)
Relevant therapist license in the state(s) practicing (LMSW- NY or LCSW)
MUST have experience with pediatric and adolescent patients
Knowledge of medical terminology
Ability to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of various cultural backgrounds
Knowledge of the psychosocial aspects of illness and health
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent short-term counseling skills
Experience with discharge planning

Nice To Haves

Experience providing teletherapy to children and adolescents preferred

Responsibilities

Perform psychosocial assessments that comply with evidence based practices
Providing counseling and therapy for patients using evidence based treatment modalities
Display competency as an individual, family, and group therapist
Maintain own professional development as required by licensing board
Complete required documentation and paperwork, including biopsychosocial assessments and treatment planning and implementation in a timely manner
Works closely with patient and family and team to overcome obstacles in treatment
Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
Demonstrates cultural competency and commitment
Respond quickly to an urgent or emergent need
Maintain a caseload of 30-35 patients weekly and a minimum of 5 patients daily