Benefits:
Voluntary Benefits
403b (tax-sheltered annuity retirement plan)
Employee Assistance Program
PSLF Qualified Employer
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Training & development
Wellness resources
Bilingual Mental Health Clinician (Part Time)
PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Bilingual Mental Health Clinician (fluent in English and Haitian-Creole /Spanish) will provide clinical services to clients. This position will assist clients in addressing their mental health needs. This includes but is not limited to, screening/assessments, on-going individual therapy, crisis intervention, outreach and care coordination as needed; related duties as assigned. This is a great opportunity for those who are seeking to accumalate hours towards their clinical license.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The major responsibility of this position includes, but are not limited to:
Conduct intake with clients to obtain information concerning social history, treatment, and other pertinent information.
Plan and administer therapeutic treatment, behavior modification, and stress management therapy to assist clients in developing/displaying appropriate behaviors.
Clinically evaluate patients to detect indications of abnormal physical or mental behavior.
Review results of psychological evaluations and evaluations to assess client needs.
Change method and degree of therapy when indicated by client reactions and needs.
Discuss progress toward goals and objectives, such as medication regimen, family relationships, educational programs, social development, discharge plans or other behavioral problems, with clients.
Responsible for carrying a clinical caseload, either online via secured HIPPA Compliant Telehealth platform or face to face at our organization, while maintaining required productivity level.
Consult external community providers concerning treatment plans and for coordination of care, as required.
Maintain regular contact with other agencies and professionals regarding client progress in the therapeutic treatment milieu through phone calls, letters, and/or monthly reporting.
Refer clients to supportive services to supplement treatment and counseling, as needed maintain confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
Gather information about community mental health needs and resources that could be used in conjunction with therapy.
Establishing positive, trusting rapport with clients
Attending internal agency meetings and trainings as needed
Provide 1:1 individual therapy or family therapy for clients enrolled in the BeWell Program
Run mental health groups on site
Maintain a caseload of at least 20 clients per week
Attend weekly supervision with assigned supervisor
Demonstrate ability to respond to mental health crisis
Complete psychosocial and treatment plans in a timely manner
Demonstrate effective communication with supervisor regarding caseload, challenges, referrals etc
Attend monthly case conferences
Collaborate with other staff or program managers to assist in treatment for client(s) when needed
Complete progress notes within 24 hours after session is completed in our EMR system ECW
*Performs other related duties as required.
**Clinician has the option to work one remote day
EDUCATION:
Master’s degree in related field – social work, mental health counseling etc
QUALIFICATIONS:
Licensed in NYS – MHC-LP/LMHC/LCSW/LMSW/LMFT
Have at least 1 year experience in the field post licensure or permit
Available to work 20 hrs per week Monday-Friday between the hours of 11am-6pm
Strong verbal, written, & presentation skills.
Proficient with documentation
Able to demonstrate good time management and organization skills
Proficient with Microsoft office software and telecommunication devices
HIGHLY PREFERRED
Ability to provide services in English and Haitian-Creole/Spanish
Exempt ☒ Non-Exempt ☐ Responsible to: Clinical Director Unit/Department: BeWell Clinic Title of People reporting to this position: None Probationary Period: 3 months Last Reviewed: 4/2024
Compensation & Benefits **
The base pay range for this position is $40-$43 per hr *
Generous PTO (vacation, sick, personal, bereavement)
11 Paid Holidays annually
Group Life, AD&D, Disability, Hospital Cash Insurance, Paid Family Leave, EAP
Additional Voluntary Benefits: 403b (tax-sheltered annuity retirement plan), Life, Disability, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer Care Insurance Accidental Disability, Short-Term Disability, Dental and Vison Supplemental Insurance)
PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness) Qualified Employer
Career growth opportunities
Great opportunity for those who are seeking to accumalate hours towards their clinical license
*Within the range, individual compensation will be determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, and skills. Please note that the compensation range listed reflects the base salary only and does not include HCC-sponsored benefits.
** Benefits may be changed or removed at any time
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions.