Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Albany New York

Company: Acacia INC
Location: Albany, New York
Posted On: 05/09/2024

Details:

Under supervision of the Program Director, the Licensed Mental Health Counselor is responsible for the provision of short and long term psychotherapy to a caseload of substance use and psychiatrically diagnosed individuals.

This position requires great organizational and time management skills. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities as defined by the ADA to perform the essential functions of the job.

The salary is $30.39/Hr , plus full benefits

KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Evaluates and provides therapeutic interventions for adults diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illnesses and substance use.
• Assessments performed with complete formulation, differential diagnosis, treatment and safety planning.
• Provides individual therapy and group services rooted in evidenced based practice.
• Works as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team and practices client centered and holistic care.
• Communicates effectively with client, collateral contacts, outside agencies, referring agencies, and/or outside providers as needed for continuity of care.
• Maintains appropriate and timely documentation of clinical services and related clinical contacts in accordance with OASAS and OMH regulations and organizational expectations.
• Performs clinical, compliance, and administrative duties as instructed.
• Assist in the development of Evidenced Based Practices Group Curriculums in collaboration with the team.
• Assist in the creation or enhancing of group curriculums for new or upcoming group cycles.
• Attends professional meetings, educational conferences, and workshops, in order to maintain and improve professional competence
• Provide clinical/task supervision.
• Conduct seminars and training for other clinical staff on various mental health diagnoses.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary treatment teams and case conferences to determine client care and treatment planning.
• Provide crisis intervention on as needed basis.
• Any other relevant responsibilities requested by supervisor. REQUIREMENTS:
  • 3+ years previous relevant experience in Mental or Behavioral Health environment required.
  • Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling or an equivalent related field required
  • Current and unrestricted Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)- NYS Licensure
  • Mandated Reporter (2.0 hours)
  • Ability to use business acumen to exercise good judgment and decision-making.
  • Ability to deal with sensitive issues with diplomacy and discretion.
  • Must be able to multi task with strong organizational skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and able to communicate both verbally and in written form.
  • Commitment to cultural diversity and sensitivity.
  • Ability to maintain a professional demeanor under pressure, and operate with a keen sense of urgency and commitment to quality.
    
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