Mental Health Counceler

Provide direct services within a 24-hour Supportive Crisis Stabilization Center program.

• Provides clinical treatment in accordance with the scope of practice and regulations governing 14 NYCRR Part 600 and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Actively monitors the integrity of consumer data and is responsible for the reliability and accuracy of clinical data housed in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Practice Management systems; documents all services in accordance with organizational policies, NYSOMH regulations, and all relevant federal laws; and maintains strict confidentiality of consumers currently engaged in or formerly receiving treatment services.
• In coordination with relevant members of the management team, conducts limited outreach and marketing to potential internal and external referral sources; serves as an active liaison with community service providers, hospitals, and other prospective referral sources as required.
• Coordinates care with nurse practitioners, psychiatrists, and administrative staff, and collaborates closely with external clinicians as appropriate.
• Provides individual and group therapy services for individuals with mental health and substance use disorders.
• Provides crisis intervention services as appropriate.
• Makes community referral recommendations to the indicated Level of Care (LOC) as appropriate.
• Utilizes best practices and evidence-based approaches to treatment consistent with organizational culture, including integrated health and mental health care, trauma-informed care, rehabilitation and recovery, culturally responsive care, and wellness-focused approaches.

• Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field required
• NYS licensure required: LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, or LCAT
• High degree of computer literacy
• Ability to work some late evenings and weekends
• Experience in a crisis, respite, or residential setting

• CASAC or CASAC-T preferred
• Familiarity with recovery-oriented and evidence-based clinical practices
• Experience working with dually diagnosed individuals
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations (adults, youth, and children)
• Availability to provide services in a 24-hour, crisis-oriented setting

Pride Global offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.