Clinical Therapist -Outpatient Clinic Amherst

OLV Human Services • Amherst, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Outpatient Treatment and Rehabilitative Services (MHOTRS) Clinician provides individual, group, and family therapy across the lifespan and treats a full range of behavioral health conditions using evidence based, trauma informed, and person centered clinical approaches. Clinicians deliver integrated outpatient mental health services within a multidisciplinary team and coordinate care with community agencies to support recovery and whole person wellness.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling
• At least 1 year of experience working with children and families in a Social Work or Mental Health setting. This may include an internship.
• NYS LCSW
• NYS LMSW
• NYS LMHC, NYS LMHC-P
• NYS Licensed Psychologist (PhD/PsyD)
• Other OMH approved licenses: Students and Limited Permits
• Demonstrated competence in: Trauma-Informed care, Person-centered approaches, Evidence-based practice, Co-occurring (MH/SUD) competence, Strong documentation, engagement, and clinical assessment skills.
• New Hire Orientation

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Flexibility, creativity, initiative, and problem solving in clinical practice.
• Computer Skills
• Client/Patient/Customer Skills
• Knowledge of: Community mental health interventions, Family, marriage, and child counseling, Crisis intervention practices

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally sensitive clinical services, including: Comprehensive assessments, Treatment planning, Individual, family, and group psychotherapy, Crisis intervention, Consultation and education to families about services.
• Maintain a standard caseload consistent with program expectations (typically 8-9 client sessions per day, 45 minutes each).
• Deliver trauma-responsive, per-centered, and co-occurring competent care using evidence-based practices.
• Document services and client progress thoroughly and on time, ensuring compliance with: Agency policies, NYS OMH Part 599 MHOTRS (Mental Health Outpatient Treatment Rehabilitative Services) regulations, Standards of Care, Medicaid and insurance documentation standards.
• Follow clinic policies and established procedures for service delivery, treatment planning, and record maintenance.
• Identify and address social determinants of health and coordinate referrals to community resources as needed.
• Collaborate with community providers, including schools, hospitals, and care coordination agencies, to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in program development, team meetings, and clinical training initiatives.
• Contribute to a collaborative, trauma-informed clinic culture aligned with MHOTRS service guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level