Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Are you ready to give back to the community while pursuing your passion?  For over 50 years, Acacia Network and its affiliates have been committed to improving the quality-of-life and wellbeing of underserved communities in New York City and beyond.  We are one of the leading human services organizations in New York City and the largest Hispanic-led nonprofit in the State, serving over 150,000 individuals every year. Our programs serve individuals at every age and developmental level, from the very young through our daycare programs to mature adults through our older adults centers. Our extensive array of community-based services are fully integrated, bilingual and culturally competent.

POSITION OVERVIEW

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.

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 inevidencedbased 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.


• Maintainsappropriateandtimelydocumentation of clinical services and related clinical contactsin accordance withOASAS and OMH regulations and organizational expectations.


• Performs clinical, compliance, and administrative duties as instructed.


• Assistin the development of Evidenced Based Practices Group Curriculums in collaboration with the team.


• Assistin the creation or enhancing of group curriculums for new or upcoming group cycles.


• Attends professional meetings, educational conferences, and workshops,in order tomaintainand 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 todetermineclient care and treatment planning.

• Provide crisis intervention onasneeded basis.


• Any other relevant responsibilities requested bysupervisor.

REQUIREMENTS       

• 3 years previous relevant experience in Mental or Behavioral Health environment required.

• Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling or an equivalent related fieldrequired


• Current and unrestrictedLicensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)- NYS Licensure


• Must obtain Mandated reporter (2 hours) within thirty (30) days. 

• Website info:https://nysmandatedreporter.org/TrainingCourses.aspx

• 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 multitask with strong organizational skills.


• Excellent interpersonal skills and able to communicate both verbally and in written form.


• Commitment to cultural diversity and sensitivity.


• Ability tomaintaina professional demeanor under pressure andoperatewith a keen sense of urgency and commitment to quality.

WHY JOIN US?

Acacia Network provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer generous paid time off, including vacation days and paid holidays, to support a healthy work-life balance. We prioritize the well-being of our employees both professionally and personally.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.