Mental Health Therapist

Amae Health•New York, NY

14d•$70,000 - $85,000

About The Position

As a Associate Mental Health Therapist at Amae you will play an integral role in our collective mission to become the center of excellence for SMI care. In alignment with Amae’s holistic wrap-around care model, you will support a panel of our complex members through individual and group therapy sessions, while also providing psychoeducation and support to patients' families. Working within a collaborative and shared decision making model, you will have the opportunity to partner with clinical staff, peer specialists, primary care providers and community partners. A patient advocate, you will help members navigate the health and social services systems in New York City, connecting patients to resources and the community. Rooted in trust and rapport, you will initiate, establish and maintain relationships not only with patients, but also with families, as you care for members of Amae Health.

Requirements

Active Licensed Psychologist in New York State, LMSW, MHC, APCC, LMFT in the state of NY with active NPI
Thrives in a collaborative team environment and establishes positive relationships with other medical professionals
Experience and interest in working with adults and at least 1 year of experience working with patients with severe mental illness
Experience in evidence-based interventions, including CBT, DBT, or MI
Ability to navigate challenging situations with professionalism
Thorough understanding of confidentiality and appropriate documentation standards
Technologically savvy, with the ability to learn and navigate new tools and technologies
Highly organized with the ability to work autonomously
Possess strong listening skills and excellent verbal communication capabilities

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group therapy to a panel of complex SMI patients
Provide continuous, regular support as patients navigate recovery, both in person and on occasion, virtually
Deliver evidence-based care in a holistic, wrap-around care model
Collaborate with patient care teams and with behavioral health providers to ensure an integrated, cohesive approach to care
Address medical needs to mitigate negative impacts of various social determinants of health
Provide consultation to therapists on the treatment team, which may include licensed therapists as well as trainees, as well as assisting with program development.