Licensed Mental Health Counselor (NY HELPS), Central New York Psychiatric Center - Bedford Hills Mental Health Unit, HALT, P28027

About the role

Central New York Psychiatric Center is recruiting a Licensed Mental Health Counselor to provide clinical mental health counseling and psychotherapeutic services to individuals with mental illness. The position is located at the Bedford Hill Mental Health Unit on the grounds of Bedford Hills Correction Facility in Westchester County.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct mental health counseling and psychotherapeutic treatment
• Conduct risk assessments, clinical evaluations, and intake screenings
• Document and maintain records and treatment plans
• Provide individual and group counseling and education

Qualifications

• License and current registration as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York State (eligible for the HELPS program)
• Or be reachable on the current Licensed Mental Health Counselor eligible list for a competitive class appointment
• Or have one year of permanent competitive or 55‑b/55‑c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law (for internal transfer)

Requirements

• Maintain license and registration; failure to do so may result in removal from the position
• Cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any Federal or State Medicaid/Medicare exclusion lists (or other Federal/Federally assisted program)
• If appointed, may be required to become an enrolled Medicare provider, obtain and provide an NPI number, and actively participate to allow billing through Medicare/Medicaid
• Loss of ability to bill through Medicare/Medicaid may lead to termination
• Background checks will be required

Benefits

• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs

Pay

Eligible for a Down State adjustment of $4,150.