Mental Health Counselor - Part Time

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Regular Part-time 320 Prather Ave., Jamestown, NY, US

6 days ago Requisition

At Evergreen and our affiliates, we value collaborative, down-to-earth individuals and encourage self-expression. We recognize that our diverse workforce allows us to provide culturally competent care to everyone in our community.

The Mental Health Counselor (Part Time) is responsible for providing psychosocial assessments, collaborative treatment planning, engagement, referrals and evidence-based clinical interventions as indicated for individuals dealing with a variety of mental health and co-occurring substance use issues. They will display evidence of excellent organization, flexibility, time management, initiative and communication skills required to provide therapy within an integrated community health setting.

As part of the essential functions of this role:
The Mental Health Counselor (Part Time) :

• Conducts initial psychosocial assessments and provides initial treatment recommendations and collaboratively with the patient develops a personalized treatment plan with emphasis on evidence-based practice within a harm reduction orientation
• Provides resources and referrals as indicated to facilitate achievement of a patient’s treatment goals
• Provides psychotherapy and crisis intervention to individuals and families who are dealing with a variety of issues including but not limited to mental health, co-occurring substance use disorders, chronic medical conditions including HIV, HCV and issues related to sexual orientation and gender identity
• Adheres to program expectations and requirements surrounding productivity, documentation timelines and standards, and overall quality of patient care
• Works within an integrated treatment model coordinating treatment with both internal and external providers as indicated
• Will serve as a role model for positive, productive, and cooperative relationships with staff and clients

Qualified candidate: Will have a master’s degree in social work (or similar), two (2) years of relevant experience, and LMSW or LMHC required; LCSW preferred; working knowledge of electronic medical records software (Medent) strongly preferred; knowledge of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders

Job type: Part-time; 20 hours per week, flexible schedule

Education/Experience
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Master’s degree in social work (or similar), two (2) years of relevant experience, and LMSW or LMHC required; LCSW preferred

What Evergreen Health Offers You:

• Multiple comprehensive medical health insurance plans for you to choose from
• Dental and Vision coverage at no cost to you
• Paid Time Off package, including PTO, floating holiday hours, and paid sick leave