Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Hope House, Inc.•Albany, NY

9d•$0 - $67,630•Onsite

About The Position

Hope House is a substance abuse treatment provider dedicated to saving lives, restoring hope, and reuniting families affected by Substance Abuse Disorder. We are committed to ensuring our staff feel valued and are an integral part of our team. Hope House Inc. is recognized as a leading employer in the Greater Capital Region of New York.

Requirements

One of the following certifications is required: LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT or NCC.
Must maintain license/credentials at all times.
Minimum of one year experience in Substance Use Disorder Treatment or Mental Health Counseling.
Must be able to maintain documentation in accordance with OASAS standards, maintain client confidentiality, as well as strong staff/client boundaries, and high ethical standards.

Nice To Haves

Experience with multiple age groups and various treatment modalities preferred.
Assistance with CASAC and/or Licensing Applications/Exam

Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of 15-20 clients in a residential substance use disorder program.
Facilitate one or two mental health groups at the residence as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Conduct assessments on clients to evaluate their mental health needs.
Provide psychotherapy to address identified mental health needs.
Perform and conform with medication self-administration with oversight duties as per policy.
Collaborate with the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner on medication management issues.
Facilitate consultation and referrals with other providers.
Provide therapeutic intervention services when needed.
Provide case management services to support client linkages to the community.
Maintain documentation in accordance with OASAS standards, client confidentiality, strong staff/client boundaries, and high ethical standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

11 paid holidays per calendar year
Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time (up to 200 hours per year to start)
Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Flexible Savings Account & Health Savings Account depending on medical plan
AFLAC Supplemental Benefits
Benefit Buyout option if coverage is waived
Voluntary Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
Company paid Life Insurance Policy at two times annual salary
Company funded Retirement Plan
401k option to further save for retirement
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Partnership with Maria College – 40% discount on the CASAC program and various bachelor degree programs for employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
EAP Program for you and your family
Legal/ID Shield Insurance