A medical services company in New York City is looking to add a new Mental Health Specialist to its team in Harlem. In this role, the Mental Health Specialist will provide mental health and family counseling services to the clients/tenants of the program.
About the Opportunity:
- Start Date: ASAP
- Assignment Length: Ongoing (Contract to Hire possibility)
- Shift: Days
- Schedule: Monday to Friday (alternating weekends)
- Hours: 9am to 5pm
Responsibilities:
- Provide individual and group mental health counseling and family therapy to adults with substance use and mental health diagnoses
- Conduct psychosocial assessments through client interviews, record reviews, and collaboration with other professionals
- Counsel clients on treatment goals related to co-occurring disorders, family dynamics, home management, and community adjustment
- Facilitate workshops on topics such as HIV education, parenting, trauma, and domestic violence
- Coordinate services with case managers, courts, and community liaisons
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences
- Collaborate with community service providers and referral sources to support client and family needs
- Maintain accurate and confidential documentation in compliance with federal, state, and funder requirements
- Assist with in-service training and data collection
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience working with individuals with Substance Use and/or Mental Health issues
- Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree
- NYS Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), and/or Licensed Marriage & Family Therapy (LMFT)
- Computer proficiency
- Great interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment and under pressure
Desired Skills:
- Bilingual (English and Spanish)
