Psychotherapist

Position Overview

The Psychotherapist is responsible for providing psychotherapy and managing the clinical needs of a caseload of adults and children living with mental illness, including individuals with co-occurring substance use disorders. The role includes delivering evidence-based, person-centered, trauma-informed and recovery-oriented treatment; maintaining timely and accurate documentation in the electronic health record; and coordinating care with internal and external providers as part of an integrated CCBHC team.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides clinical treatment in accordance with scope of practice and regulations governing S:US' CCBHC OASAS 822 and Article 31 Outpatient Mental Health Clinics (Part 599 regulations and other applicable laws and regulations).
• Actively monitors the integrity of consumer data; responsible for the reliability and accuracy of clinical data housed by S:US' Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Practice Management software; documents all services in accordance with S:US policies, NYSOMH regulations and all relevant federal laws; maintains the strict confidentiality of consumers currently engaged in or formerly a recipient of treatment services.
• In coordination with relevant members of the SUS management team, conducts limited outreach and marketing to potential referral sources internal and external to S:US; active liaison with community service providers, hospitals, and other prospective referral sources may be required.
• Coordinates care with S:US nurse practitioners, psychiatrists and administrative staff; closely coordinates with clinicians external to S:US as appropriate.
• Utilizes best and evidence-based approaches to treatment consistent with S:US' organizational culture; health/mental health integration, rehabilitation and recovery, and wellness approaches figure prominently.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LCAT required. MSW meeting requirements for NYS limited permit are eligible.
• National Provider ID Number (NPI Number).
• Experience with underserved populations and direct service to people living with serious and persistent mental illness.
• Experienced with Microsoft Suite and general computer literacy.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• Experience in an OASAS 822 and Article 31 Mental Health Clinic.
• Familiarity with recovery-oriented, evidence-based clinical practice.
• Experience with dually diagnosed individuals.
• Experience with diverse populations.

Pay

Min USD $67,000.00/Yr. Max USD $82,800.00/Yr.

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