Licensed Mental Health Provider - Jewish Family Services of Western New York

WHY JOIN JFS?
For more than 150 years, Jewish Family Services of Western New York has been committed to providing high quality services to all in need in the interest of helping to "repair the world." Our services are guided by the essential connection between mental well-being, physical wellness, and positive self-worth. Our reputation is the result of our exceptional staff. In addition to offering competitive compensation and truly exceptional benefits, we are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive work environment in which all employees are able to contribute their best.

OUR VALUES
Be a Mensch - A person who is ethical, decent, and admirable. It's someone who acts with integrity and honor, often showing kindness and consideration towards others. Being called a Mensch is a compliment suggesting that one's character is upright, responsible, and morally sound.
Be Person-Centered - Meeting individuals where they are at.
Be Culturally Responsive - Creating purpose-built spaces and programs for our clients that respect their culture.
Be Resolute - Tenacity, solution-seeking, and getting stuff done.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
The Licensed Mental Health Provider provides a variety of outpatient psychiatric treatment services to persons with a broad range of psychiatric disorders.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual, couple, marital and family psychotherapy according to the needs of the client.
• Develop a complete psychosocial assessment and provide a DSM-V/ICD 10 diagnosis for each client.
• Develop a comprehensive treatment plan for each client and revise the treatment plan at periodic intervals as required by NYS Office of Mental Health regulations.
• Maintain written documentation of all client contacts or consultations, including a progress note for each session.
• Complete required reporting forms.
• Satisfy departmental productivity standards.
• Make client referrals to Agency psychiatrists/PNP and coordinate and monitor treatment recommended by the psychiatrists/PNP.
• Collaborate with clients' existing supports, both personal and professional, while providing referral and linkage to additional community resources as needed.
• Facilitate informational and/or educational workshops as requested by community organizations.
• Conduct client intake interviews for diagnostic and evaluative purposes.
• Provide clinical supervision, if requested.
• Provide supervision for graduate student interns, if requested.
• Submit necessary documentation for third party insurance reimbursement, where qualified.
• Participate in Agency/departmental staff meetings and professional development programs.
• Participate in work groups and/or task groups.
• Provide coverage for other staff members, as needed.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Master's Degree from a recognized Graduate School of Social Work or Mental Health Counseling
• NYS Certification as follows LMSW, LMHC, LCSW, LCSW-R
• Demonstrates knowledge upon which direct service and clinical advisement is based.
• Knowledge and experience with evidence-based practices including trauma informed care framework desirable.
• Ability to work effectively with people of diverse cultures, ages and economic backgrounds in a culturally responsive and sensitive manner.
• Experience working with clients that are affected by behavioral health issues.
• Ability to develop a treatment plan and maintain documented notes in accordance with procedure and regulations.
• Possess strong verbal communication skills required to effectively interact with a broad range of individuals.
• Excellent written communications skills required to maintain quality documentation.
• Computer proficiency and ability to effectively utilize medical record systems.

This position requires travel between sites and therefore, you must have a reliable vehicle, valid New York State driver's license, and auto liability insurance in the amount of $100,000/$300,000. Also, if hired, you must produce evidence of having received the Covid-19 vaccination.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary range of $49,000 to $62,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Benefits such as health insurance (Independent Health), accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) of 6+ weeks, 401k retirement plan with company match, and 13+ observed holidays.
• Reduced full-time work week of 35 hours and early close on Fridays.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The chance to make meaningful impact in a dynamic and forward-thinking organization.

The above pay range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, background, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
If this sounds like the opportunity that you've been looking for, please apply today by completing our application located at https://jfsbuffalo.applicantpro.com/jobsbyorganization/. Please provide a resume and cover letter along with your application.

Jewish Family Services of Western New York is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.