About this role
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conducts evidence-based therapeutic sessions for families, relationship partners, and individuals in person or via telehealth.
- Depending on relationship therapy caseload and referral demand, the Relationship Therapist may carry a small individual therapy caseload.
- Assesses family systems, couples, and individuals in other relationship structures to identify emotional, behavioral, and psychological needs.
- Develops and implements goal-oriented treatment plans in coordination with the treatment team.
- Completes clinical documentation in compliance with Athena protocols and state regulations
- Ensures all clinical notes and client information are updated and accurate within the current EHR system
- Provides conflict resolution and crisis intervention when needed
- Engages in regular clinical supervision to support professional development and client well-being.
Qualifications:
- Master's Degree from an accredited school in Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, or other closely related field.
- License as a LMFT is preferred; LCSW, LMSW, or LMHC accepted.
- LMFT or LMHC candidates must possess, or be working toward the NYS diagnostic privilege.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is strong preferred
- Must be passionate about working with underserved communities and possess a high level of engagement, entrepreneurial and interpersonal skills
- Previous experience using computerized appointment scheduling systems and/or electronic Medical Record systems
- Knowledgeable in NYS OMH Outpatient Clinic regulations, HIPAA regulations, and NYS mandated reporting requirements.
- Detail-oriented and outcome driven
- Able to discreetly handle sensitive and confidential information
- Accountability and integrity
- Meticulous attention to detail while multitasking
- Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills
- Demonstrates emotional intelligence in personal interactions
- Exceptional communication skills - written and verbal
- Strong computer skills and proficiency with Word, Excel, G-Suite, and other software/applications
We are a fee-for-service modeled clinic where therapists are paid per session completed.
Compensation is based on years of expereince and credentials.