Established in 1926, Family Service League is a social services agency transforming lives and communities through mental health, addiction, housing, and essential human services with more than 60 social service programs in over 20 locations.

SCHEDULE

No more than 19 hours per week.

SUMMARY

Family Service League is seeking a Fee for Service Counselor for our Mental Health Clinic in Mattituck. The Counselor will provide evaluations, treatment planning, psychotherapy and crisis intervention to children, families and adults with a full range of DSM diagnoses in a clinic setting, including co-occurring disorders. The services are delivered in a trauma informed, culturally and linguistically competent manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Counselor will provide evaluation/assessment, treatment planning, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention to those with behavioral health needs.
• Provide individual and family therapy to children ages 5 and up, adolescents and adults with a full range of DSM diagnoses.
• Provide services that are delivered in a trauma informed, culturally and linguistically competent manner.
• Provide crisis intervention during scheduled work hours as is needed.
• The Counselor will complete all clinical documentation in accordance with OMH standards in the electronic medical record.
• Collaborate with family and other collateral contacts including care coordination providers.
• Participate in routing supervision and team meetings.
• Attend agency mandated trainings.
• Provide telehealth when needed.
• Attend routine supervision and team meetings.
• Identify and recommend additional referrals as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, or a related field required.

LMHC, LMSW, LMFT or related licensed, clinical degree required.

Minimum of 1 year of related experience in a behavioral health setting with clinic experience preferred.

Prior experience diagnosing using the DSM V and experience with behavioral/therapeutic interventions for children, adolescents, and adults preferred.

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills required.

Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Electronic Medical Records, are required.

Strong judgement and problem-solving skills required.

Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a constantly changing, fast paced environment.

Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires sitting at a desk for long periods of time.