Home and Community Based Therapist

Northeast Family Services•Yonkers, NY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Northeast Family Services is hiring Home and Community Based Therapists to join its New York team. Under the direction of the Program Director, therapists provide services and care in accordance with the organization’s policies. They work collaboratively with clients to identify and use their strengths, providing structured, consistent, strength-based therapeutic interventions in clients’ homes to address youths’ behavioral health needs. The organization uses multiple evidence-based practices that promote family strengths. The role requires in-person visits to clients’ homes.

Requirements

Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field.
Clinical licensure (such as LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or LCAT) and a Limited Permit in New York State.
Excellent time-management skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to manage one’s own schedule with client outreach.
Access to secure internet.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; the employer cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience working with children, youth, and families in a home or community setting.
A valid driver’s license and reliable access to a vehicle.
Some afternoon and evening availability.
Non-English language capacity; premiums are paid for this qualification.

Responsibilities

Provide services and care to patients in accordance with Northeast Family Services’ policies.
Work collaboratively with clients to help them access their strengths and reach their potential.
Provide structured, consistent, strength-based therapeutic interventions in clients’ homes to address youths’ behavioral health needs.
Manage an independent schedule and conduct client outreach.

Benefits

Starting compensation of $75,000 to $90,000 per year, plus premiums for non-English language capacity and experience or selected clinical specialties.
$3,000 stay-on bonus for full-time employees after successful completion of the probationary period, or $5,000 for bilingual English/Spanish speakers.
Health, dental, and vision coverage.
Three weeks of paid vacation.
Eleven paid holidays.
Generous sick time, including mental health days.
401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% match.
Voluntary short- and long-term disability insurance.
Voluntary life insurance.
Mileage reimbursement.
Annual longevity award consisting of a monetary bonus and a vacation day.
Company-provided laptop and cell phone.
Professional growth opportunities.
Supervision for licensure.
Free continuing education units (CEUs).
Tuition reimbursement.
Personal cell phone discount.