Mental Health Clinician

Mental Health Clinician Overview

• The Mental Health Clinician provides comprehensive mental health services to patients of all ages, ensuring quality care and support.
• This hybrid role offers flexibility with two days in-office and three days remote work weekly.
• Responsibilities include diagnostic assessments, psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and behavioral modification strategies.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to address social and emotional factors affecting patient health.
• Contribute to organizational goals through quality assurance and compliance with professional standards.
• Opportunities for professional growth, including supervising interns and attending advanced training courses.
• Competitive salary structure with additional bonuses for bilingual Spanish proficiency.
• Engage in meaningful work addressing diverse populations, including children, adolescents, and vulnerable groups.

Mental Health Clinician Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide individual, family, and group counseling services, including crisis intervention and concrete support.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance patient evaluation and treatment plans.
• Prepare detailed bio-psychosocial evaluations, mental status exams, and treatment plans.
• Conduct short- and long-term therapy sessions with defined goals and objectives.
• Supervise social work interns and participate in required supervisory training programs.
• Educate staff on psychosocial issues impacting patient care and outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and professional standards in social services.
• Document patient services accurately in medical records and complete encounter forms.
• Participate in quality assurance programs and required departmental meetings.

Mental Health Clinician Job Requirements

• Master of Social Work degree from an accredited university is required.
• Licensure in New York State as LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or Psychologist is mandatory.
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills with experience in diverse populations preferred.
• Willingness to supervise interns and attend required supervisory courses.
• Experience in healthcare settings is preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for patient care.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is highly desirable and offers additional compensation.
• Commitment to providing age-appropriate care based on physical, psychosocial, and educational criteria.