Mental Health Therapist

About the role

Overview Mental Health Therapist Healthcare staff can work anywhere….The BEST work with US! A nationally recognized comprehensive Health and Human Services Agency, with over 60 programs across New York City and greater New York Area. Samaritan Daytop Village, serves over 33,000 New Yorkers annually within your neighborhoods and communities so our success depends on those we employ. Under general direction, the Mental Health Specialist is responsible for providing counseling and casework services to individuals who have mental illnesses and/or substance abuse problems. Assesses patient’s mental status through interviews and observations and then develops treatment plans or makes referrals to appropriate services.

Responsibilities

• Works with patients and their families to determine goals for treatment.
• Solicits family information, observations and concerns.
• Interviews, observes and develops treatment plans for patients.
• Implements, goals, policies and activities designed to meet program objectives
• Conducts individual and group therapy sessions for patients with mental illness, emotional and substance abuse problems.
• May assess incoming clients and eventually help prepare them for transitioning home.
• Provides referrals to appropriate mental health resources.
• Monitors patient’s treatment progress and keeps track of their mental status.
• Consults with other mental health professionals to provided effective courses of treatment.
• Provides crisis intervention services to patients who are in danger to themselves and others.
• Keeps accurate records of patient records and treatment provided.
• Evaluates and utilizes community mental health resources as needed.
• Keeps abreast of changes in field.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• NYSED LMSW or