Child and Adolescent In Home Therapist - 000B3 - Mon-Fri 10AM-6PM

About the Organization

WellLife Network is a leading health and human services organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families across New York City and Long Island. Recognized as a 2023 top-rated nonprofit, WellLife Network empowers people to overcome life’s challenges and achieve greater independence, well-being, and inclusion. We offer a comprehensive suite of programs spanning mental health, developmental disabilities, substance abuse, housing, and employment support, all grounded in a commitment to compassionate, high-quality care. Central to our mission is an unwavering dedication to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) within our organization and in the communities we serve.

About the Role

The Other Licensed Practitioner (OLP) plays a key role within the Children and Family Treatment and Support Services (CFTSS) framework. This position provides specialized, community-based clinical services to youth ages 5–21 and their families. Responsibilities include comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, direct psychotherapy, and the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans. Services may involve both individual and family therapy, tailored to each child’s needs and circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a solid understanding of childhood psychiatric disorders, including development, clinical presentation, pathology, trauma impacts, and the effects on social and occupational functioning.
• Use evidence-based interventions for childhood mental health disorders and remain open to ongoing professional development and training.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the children’s mental health system of care, Office of Mental Health (OMH), and available community resources.
• Complete initial and ongoing assessments, establish diagnoses, identify strengths and needs, and develop detailed, individualized treatment plans.
• Provide age-appropriate individual and family psychotherapy using evidence-based approaches.
• Implement strategies that support cognitive, behavioral, and emotional self-regulation across home, school, and community settings.
• Develop safety and alert plans, provide crisis prevention and post-crisis debriefing, and address family dynamics to reduce future crises.
• Work closely with families and natural supports to reinforce treatment goals and create a supportive environment.
• Offer psychoeducation, parenting skills training, and strategies to strengthen child–family relationships.
• Respect and incorporate cultural norms and strengths, maintaining a non-judgmental, inclusive approach.
• Maintain accurate, timely records in the Electronic Health Record (Avatar) and ensure adherence to all regulatory standards.
• Build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders and participate in CFTSS team meetings and training.
• Engage in regular supervision and professional development to enhance clinical skills.
• Follow all organizational policies, including those related to HR, time management, and operational procedures.
• Complete the Mandated Reporter Training and adhere to all confidentiality laws and guidelines.
• Track all paperwork due dates and submit by assigned deadlines.
• Recognize and report suspected and known child abuse.
• Report any potential youth high-risk behaviors/concerns to supervisor and maintain awareness of incident reporting guidelines.
• Maintain required Direct Service Units, schedule client visits, and monitor weekly Direct Service Units.
• Participate in supervisions as scheduled and submit weekly schedule to Supervisor (any changes must be reported as they occur).
• Utilize Paycom to indicate accurate hours worked, track and submit mileage.
• Participate in Division-wide trainings, staff events, and program meetings.
• Attend workshops, conferences, OMH trainings, etc.
• Transport youth with personal vehicle, as needed, and maintain access to a personal vehicle throughout the workday.
• Submit auto insurance policy before expiration date and adhere to protocols of agency Safety Policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Licensed Mental Health Professional (LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, or equivalent).
• Minimum of one year of experience working with children diagnosed with Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) and their families.
• Valid New York State driver’s license with a clean record, and reliable, insured transportation.

Physical Demands

The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel objects, reach with arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, or hear. Must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is generally not exposed to adverse weather conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.