Counselor/Therapist
About The Position
Provide individual, family and group psychotherapy and counseling. Conduct intake evaluations, develop and implement treatment plans. Consult with and make referrals to clinical psychiatrist as clinically indicated. Act as patient advocate in securing services related to patients’ social, environmental and psychological needs utilizing community agencies. Provide crisis intervention services for psychological problems as needed during the regular work schedule. Participate in the on-call rotation schedule within the Behavioral Health department. Provide consultation to the Syracuse Community Health providers on mental health aspects of patient care. Participate in clinical supervision, case conferences and departmental/unit meetings as scheduled. Maintain accurate, timely and up-to-date case notes for the medical records. Maintain and compile department records, files, logs and reports in accordance with Center policy.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school with a master’s or higher degree in relevant field.
- Current New York State license required as LMFT, LMHC, LMSW or LCSW.
- 1 Year clinical experience preferred.
- Bilingual skills preferred.
- Recent and upcoming graduates who are eligible to apply for licensure may be considered, must obtain a Limited Permit, with Full Licensure obtained within a defined period.
- Must have defined plan to obtain Full Licensure, as well as pursue LCSW when applicable.
Nice To Haves
- 1 Year clinical experience preferred.
- Bilingual skills preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual, family and group psychotherapy and counseling.
- Conduct intake evaluations, develop and implement treatment plans.
- Consult with and make referrals to clinical psychiatrist as clinically indicated.
- Act as patient advocate in securing services related to patients’ social, environmental and psychological needs utilizing community agencies.
- Provide crisis intervention services for psychological problems as needed during the regular work schedule.
- Participate in the on-call rotation schedule within the Behavioral Health department.
- Provide consultation to the Syracuse Community Health providers on mental health aspects of patient care.
- Participate in clinical supervision, case conferences and departmental/unit meetings as scheduled.
- Maintain accurate, timely and up-to-date case notes for the medical records.
- Maintain and compile department records, files, logs and reports in accordance with Center policy.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
