Therapist Mental Health
About The Position
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Mental Health Therapist to provide high-quality, trauma-informed therapeutic services to individuals and families experiencing emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges. The ideal candidate will utilize evidence-based interventions, deliver culturally responsive and person-centered care, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including psychiatric providers, to support recovery and overall wellness. This role is integral to a comprehensive outpatient behavioral health program that offers therapy and medication management services. The Mental Health Therapist will play a key role in assessment, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and the delivery of recovery-oriented, strengths-based care that promotes resilience, healing, and long-term well-being. Salary posted for fully licensed applicants. Please note: MHC-LP, LMSW, or Limited Permit salary base rate is $59,789.34. Position may be eligible to a sign on bonus.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or a related field
- Strong knowledge of mental health diagnoses and therapeutic interventions
- Experience with evidence-based practices (CBT, DBT, EMDR, etc.)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and clinical documentation
- Valid NYS Driver License
- Reliable vehicle
Nice To Haves
- Licensure preferred: LMSW, LCSW, LMHC (higher salary range for fully licensed candidates)
- Familiarity with OMH programs and Medicaid billing strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy utilizing evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, and other therapeutic modalities.
- Deliver trauma-informed, culturally responsive, recovery-oriented, and person-centered care.
- Collaborate with psychiatric providers and other members of the treatment team to support integrated care and positive client outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with billing, regulatory, legal, and ethical standards.
- Monitor client progress and update treatment goals and interventions as clinically indicated.
- Provide crisis assessment, intervention, and de-escalation support as needed.
- Educate clients and their families on mental health conditions, treatment options, coping strategies, and community resources.
- Foster a culture of inclusion, belonging, respect, and client empowerment.
- Uphold strict confidentiality and adhere to all professional and ethical standards.
Benefits
- 13 paid days off in your first year for full time employment (increases every year)
- 56 hours of NYS Sick Leave
- 12 paid holidays now with a new pop-up holiday! plus 2 floating holidays
- Major medical leave
- Medical/dental/vision/life insurance
- 403b contributions after one year
- Gym discounts
- Tuition discounts
- Cell phone discounts
- 50% reduction in childcare tuition at A Child's Place
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
