Psychotherapist

Services For The Underserved, Inc.•New York, NY

2d•$67,000 - $82,800

About The Position

The Psychotherapist is responsible for providing psychotherapy and managing the clinical needs of a caseload of adults and children living with mental illness, including individuals with co‑occurring substance use disorders. The role includes delivering evidence‑based, person‑centered, trauma-informed and recovery‑oriented treatment; maintaining timely and accurate documentation in the electronic health record; and coordinating care with internal and external providers as part of an integrated CCBHC team.

Requirements

LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LCAT required
MSW meeting requirements for NYS limited permit are eligible.
National Provider ID Number (NPI Number)
Experience with underserved populations and direct service to people living with serious and persistent mental illness.
Experienced with Microsoft Suite and general computer literacy

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
Experience in an OASAS 822 and Article 31 Mental Health Clinic
Familiarity with recovery-oriented, evidence-based clinical practice
Experience with dually diagnosed individuals
Experience with diverse populations

Responsibilities

Provides clinical treatment in accordance with scope of practice and regulations governing S:US’ CCBHC OASAS 822 and Article 31 Outpatient Mental Health Clinics (Part 599 regulations and other applicable laws and regulations).
Actively monitors the integrity of consumer data; responsible for the reliability and accuracy of clinical data housed by S:US' Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Practice Management software; documents all services in accordance with S:US policies, NYSOMH regulations and all relevant federal laws; maintains the strict confidentiality of consumers currently engaged in or formerly a recipient of treatment services.
In coordination with relevant members of the SUS management team, conducts limited outreach and marketing to potential referral sources internal and external to S:US; active liaison with community service providers, hospitals, and other prospective referral sources may be required.
Coordinates care with S:US nurse practitioners, psychiatrists and administrative staff; closely coordinates with clinicians external to S:US as appropriate.
Utilizes best and evidence-based approaches to treatment consistent with S:US' organizational culture; health/mental health integration, rehabilitation and recovery, and wellness approaches figure prominently.
Perform other related duties as assigned.