Fee for Service Therapist; TGQ Initiative

Fee for Service Therapist (TGQ Initiative)

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We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Therapist to join our team under the Transgender Queer (TGQ) initiative, our gender affirming mental health care. The ideal candidate will have experience working with transgender/gender diverse individuals of all ages and backgrounds to provide therapeutic support for a range of emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges.

This role involves developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, building strong therapeutic relationships with those who are a part of the LGBTQ+ community, and collaborating with each assigned client to promote mental and emotional well‑being.

Must be licensed in New York State and provide telehealth services consistent with NYS requirements; telehealth may only be provided to clients located where the clinician is authorized to practice.

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.
• Valid state licensure as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), or equivalent.
• Experience providing therapy to LGBTQ+ individuals. Experience working with transgender/gender diverse individuals is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of gender identities, mental health disorders, and therapeutic techniques for LGBTQ+ clients.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with LGBTQ+ individuals and any collateral contacts who are also supporting each client.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with ethical guidelines in therapy practices.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for supporting the mental health of transgender/gender diverse individuals.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Flexible scheduling within clinic operating hours, with a minimum commitment of 10 hours/week (Clinic hours: Monday-Thursday 9AM-8PM, Friday 9AM-5PM).

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) or multilingual skills are a plus.
• Experience navigating systems relevant to the TGQ community (e.g., medical transition, housing, or legal document updates).
• Expertise in working with TGQ children and adolescents.

• Provide individual therapy to LGBTQ+ adolescents, adults, and older adults using evidence-based therapeutic techniques (i.e., cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, etc.).
• Maintain a caseload of 10-20 clients, with the expectation of at least 60% of assigned clients will be served through the TGQ initiative.
• Conduct thorough assessments to understand the emotional, developmental, and psychological needs of clients.
• Develop personalized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and other professionals.
• Support transgender/gender diverse individuals in managing anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral issues, and other emotional concerns.
• Foster a safe and supportive environment to help transgender/gender diverse individuals be able to express themselves.
• Regularly document and maintain accurate records of client progress and treatment outcomes.
• If appropriate, work closely with families, schools, and other healthcare/social service providers to coordinate care and ensure the client's holistic needs are met.
• Stay informed about the latest developments in matters related to gender affirming mental health care to provide high-quality care.
• Participate in regular supervision and professional development opportunities.
• Engage in data analysis processes conducted by the Evaluation and Quality team to determine strengths and areas for improvement and follow action steps in the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) process.
• Assist in carrying out and participate in Community Building activities to support organizational effectiveness and outreach.
• Other related duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Typical office environment may require occasional travel between sites.

Position requires frequent communication with participants, management, and staff. Must be able to remain in a stationary position, as well as the ability to operate a computer and other office machinery, such as phone and copy machine. Occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.

Hudson Guild is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Entry level

Part-time

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