Clinician – Fee for Service (New York State residency is required for this position)
MSWs/MHC's with a Limited Permit are eligible for a $2,500 signing bonus!
Licensed Social Workers are eligible for a $7,500 signing bonus!
Must meet required billable hours to qualify for bonus
Available shifts - Monday - Friday between 8:00 am - 5:00 pm - Nights (until 8:00 pm) and Saturdays by appointment only
As a Clinician, you will work as part of an interdisciplinary team with the underserved populations in our community by providing clinical counseling to individuals, families and couples in an outpatient mental health clinic licensed by the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH). You will report to the Director of the Behavioral Health Center. This is an on site position
Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of clients aged birth to 65, providing comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and individual and family therapy services to those assigned to caseload.
- Create initial treatment plans, subsequent treatment plan reviews, progress notes for each scheduled appointment, and other documentation/assessments as indicated.
- Collaborate with on-site prescriber, other medical and mental health providers, schools and any other community supports for client care.
- Attend Behavioral Health Center staff meeting twice a month.
- Attend and participate in Supervision; weekly, bi-weekly or monthly based on licensure level or individual needs.
- Provide referrals and linkages to community supports, resources, and services.
Requirements and Education:
- Master's degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counselor.
- Experience in human services, case management, line staff at a residential program, or any other related direct care within human services, both pre and post master degree, will be considered.
- License and/or Limited Permit eligible, have a limited permit in discipline or Fully Licensed (LMHC/LCSW/LCSW-R), preferred.
- Good standing with the NYS Office of the Professions.
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Option of Remote work
- Sick Leave
- EAP
- 401 (K) plan
- Free training/CEU opportunities
- Other benefits available depending on eligibility
At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.
Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counselor
- Experience in human services or case management
- License or Limited Permit in discipline (LMHC/LCSW/LCSW-R)
- Good standing with the NYS Office of the Professions
What We Do
Northern Rivers Family of Services is a family of human services agencies dedicated to helping children, adults, and families by providing support for issues such as abuse, neglect, trauma, mental health challenges, and educational difficulties.
