Licensed Clinician

Vip Community Services

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Licensed Mental Health Clinician is responsible for providing individual and group counseling services to individuals diagnosed with Opioid Use Disorder. This role involves assisting patients in accessing community resources and services related to their diagnosis, including legal, medical, and vocational/educational needs.

Responsibilities

• Complete and/or review Intake Assessments.
• Conduct individual assessments and counseling to assigned caseload addressing family, medical & psychiatric concerns.
• Conduct evidence-based group counseling services related to a wide range of clinical and community issues.
• Maintain up-to-date charts including assessments, care plans, case notes, and documentation of collateral contacts.
• Provide crisis intervention services.
• Establish community and agency affiliations that address treatment needs and strengthen the delivery of services.
• Maintain a caseload of a minimum of 30 patients.
• Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings and case conferences.
• When necessary, facilitate case conferences and conduct internal chart audits.
• Attend all required in-service training seminars.
• Participate in quality improvement training, seminars, and conferences.
• Other relevant duties as required.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy.
• One (1) year experience working in a social service setting providing individual and group counseling, family therapy, and/or case management for individuals identified with a substance use disorder.
• NYS Licensure as a Social Worker, Mental Health Counselor, or Marriage and Family Therapist required.
• Knowledge of Medication Assisted Treatment, Person-Centered Care, Trauma-Informed Care, and Evidence-Based SUD/MH services.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work as a productive member of a team.
• Ability to verbally express ideas and concepts clearly to others.
• Proficiency with computer operation (Microsoft Word, Excel, Electronic Health Records, and Outlook programs).
• Excellent written communication skills and ability to maintain charts as per policy and procedures.

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus Up to $3,000