Collaborative Care Mental Health Clinician

Overview

• Provide compassionate mental health care in a hybrid work environment, addressing diverse patient needs with evidence-based practices.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and deliver holistic care solutions.
• Engage in diagnostic assessments, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention to support patient well-being.
• Develop comprehensive treatment plans and maintain detailed patient documentation.
• Educate healthcare staff on psychosocial factors impacting patient health and care strategies.
• Supervise and mentor social work interns, fostering professional growth and development.
• Participate in quality assurance initiatives and contribute to departmental improvements.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and professional standards in mental health services.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct individual, family, and group therapy sessions tailored to patient needs and goals.
• Perform diagnostic assessments and create evidence-based treatment plans for diverse populations.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to integrate mental health care into broader patient treatment plans.
• Document patient interactions and maintain accurate, confidential medical records.
• Provide supervision and guidance to social work interns, ensuring adherence to best practices.
• Educate staff on psychosocial issues and effective patient communication strategies.
• Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to program development and evaluation.
• Ensure adherence to professional standards and regulatory requirements in all aspects of care.

Job Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Licensure in New York State as LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or Psychologist.
• Proven diagnostic and clinical skills with experience serving diverse populations.
• Ability to supervise interns and complete required supervisor training courses.
• Experience in healthcare settings and familiarity with compliance standards preferred.
• Proficiency in Spanish is preferred, with additional compensation available.
• Commitment to delivering patient-centered care tailored to individual needs and circumstances.