Community Based Therapist

Liberty Resources, Inc.•Fulton, NY

About The Position

Liberty Resources Integrated Health Care is seeking a compassionate, licensed Community-Based Therapist to join its expanding Youth Assertive Community Treatment (Youth ACT) team. The therapist provides intensive, evidence-based behavioral health treatment and care coordination for youth experiencing Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) and complex behavioral health needs. As part of a multidisciplinary team, the therapist delivers services in homes, schools, and community settings using trauma-informed, family-driven, and youth-guided practices that promote recovery, stability, and long-term success. The role includes rotating after-hours on-call coverage as required. The position offers an annual salary of $75,000 and a $6,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
Current New York State license as an LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist.
Experience working with children, adolescents, and families experiencing behavioral health challenges.
Strong assessment, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and care coordination skills.
Knowledge of trauma-informed care and evidence-based treatment approaches.
Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
Valid New York State Driver's License and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Previous Youth ACT, ACT, Home-Based Therapy, or intensive community behavioral health experience.
Experience serving youth with Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED), trauma, co-occurring disorders, and complex behavioral health needs.
Knowledge of OMH regulations, Medicaid documentation requirements, and electronic health records.
Current CANS-NY Certification or ability to obtain required certification.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and telehealth platforms.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
Provide evidence-based individual, family, and group therapy in home, school, and community settings.
Deliver crisis intervention, risk assessments, safety planning, and ongoing clinical support.
Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, care managers, schools, healthcare providers, and community agencies to coordinate services.
Promote youth engagement, family participation, skill development, and successful community integration.
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and shared caseload management.
Complete timely, accurate clinical documentation in compliance with OMH, Medicaid, HIPAA, and agency standards.
Participate in required trainings, supervision, quality improvement initiatives, and fidelity monitoring.
Participate in rotating after-hours on-call coverage as required.
Perform other related duties as assigned.