Mental Health Clinician

Job Title: Mental Health Clinician (CCBHC) (LMSW)

Location: Hicksville, NY (Long Island)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (2 evenings required)
Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $30.00-35.00 per hour- Commensurate with Experience

The Opportunity

The Clinician / Mental Health Counselor will provide direct behavioral health treatment services to individuals across the lifespan. Therapy will be delivered through individual, family, and/or group sessions in our clinical office or out in the community. As a core provider within the Family & Children's Association (FCA) CCBHC (Certified Community Behavioral Health Center), you will deliver vital treatment services addressing complex mental health and behavioral health concerns on Long Island.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based individual, family, and group therapy sessions, as well as any other prescribed treatment services in accordance with agency and regulatory standards.

• Maintain required clinical productivity levels and manage an assigned caseload effectively.

• Conduct initial clinical intake and comprehensive assessments.

• Develop, implement, and regularly monitor client treatment plans while collaborating with the interdisciplinary clinical team on treatment recommendations.

• Collaborate with external healthcare and social service providers to support client progress and continuity of care.

• Communicate regularly with courts, probation, parole, and other relevant external agencies to support client outcomes.

• Actively participate as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, including attending case conferences, clinical team meetings, and in-service trainings.

• Complete and maintain accurate, up-to-date client case records in compliance with agency policies and other regulatory requirements.

• Prepare and submit all required reports, clinical correspondence, and documentation in a timely manner, in line with agency, program, and regulatory deadlines.

• Maintain strict patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, OASAS, and OMH regulations.

• Perform additional clinical tasks, projects, and responsibilities as assigned to support CCBHC program operations.

Qualifications

Education & Credentials:

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW), Mental Health Counseling, or a related clinical field.

• QHP (Qualified Health Professional) credential required: LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT.

• Candidates eligible for a limited permit to be obtained within 90 days of hire will also be considered.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience providing individual and group counseling to substance abuse or mental health populations, working in either a chemical dependency or mental health program (can include internship experience).

• Strongly preferred experience working in Anger Management and/or Domestic Violence services.

• Bilingual Spanish and English speaking capability is preferred.

Experience & Key Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative clinical team.
• Solid understanding of child development and family dynamics.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential healthcare information.
• Empathy and patience in dealing with families facing various life challenges.
• Competence in basic computer applications and electronic health records (EHR) data entry skills.
• Ability to understand, respect, and address cultural differences among clients and co-workers.
• Must be able to maintain absolute confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, OASAS, and OMH regulations.

Compensation

The competitive compensation range is reflected within FCA's framework, culture, and values. Individual pay decisions will vary based on skills and experience, while still allowing for professional growth.

Benefits

• Full Health / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 403(b) retirement plan with generous employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Pet Insurance
• Short-Term (STD) and Long-Term (LTD) Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

FCA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer! We celebrate and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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