Mental Health Counselors (Limited-Permit Only in NY)

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

We Rise Mental Health Counseling Services PLLC (https://www.werisenyc.com/) is a dynamic remotely-operated group practice in New York. We specialize in the treatment of anxiety, PTSD, perinatal mood disorders, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, and more. We also provide our clinicians with clinical support and guidance to help them grow into confident practitioners.

**Our website can be found at: www.werisenyc.com

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We are looking for full-time (preferably 30-40 hours a week) recent MHC Master's graduates and Limited Permit Mental Health Counselors to provide mental health counseling to a diversified patient population using psychotherapy as well as evidence-based therapy techniques.

At this time, we are unable to hire social workers, so please do not apply if you are not an LMHC in the state of New York. Limited permit holders welcome to apply!

WHY WORK WITH US?

At We Rise Mental Health Counseling, PLLC we consider self-care and support integral to growing as a clinician. We offer our clinicians a variety of benefits including a flexible schedule, health insurance, the ability to work from home, a supportive environment to grow as a clinician, online employee retreats (yoga, meditation, and reiki), paid sick leave, as well as worker’s compensation.

We are offering clinicians a W2-based position and supervision with fully licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHC’s) in the state of New York.

We Rise offers direct competitive base salaries with benefits that help employees maintain a healthy work-life balance. We Rise offers direct compensation wages, bonuses, worker's compensation, and unemployment insurance through ADP.

Mental Health Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Leads group and individual psychotherapy sessions.
• Develops strong working relationships with patients.
• Utilize our clinical software - Simple Practice.
• Refers patients to psychiatrists when necessary.
• Follows all guidelines, regulations, standards, and policies.
• Maintain case files including session case notes, treatment plans, monthly progress reports, telephone consultations, and termination summaries.
• Comply with the Mental Health Services Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Participate in scheduled case staffings and those held on an as-needed basis.
• Participate in applicable, appropriate, related professional development opportunities.
• Adhere to confidentiality policy.
• Maintain cross-cultural awareness in the performance of all responsibilities.
• A requirement to attend supervision with a licensed mental health professional on a consistent basis.

Mental Health Counselor Qualifications and Skills:

• Provides excellent patient care in an individual and group setting.
• Knowledgeable about different forms of therapy.
• Expresses adequate knowledge of psychopathology.
• Collaborates with patients and has strong interpersonal skills.
• Learns about new patients quickly and has strong critical thinking skills.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• A master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling is required.
• Must be qualified for Mental Health Counseling Limited Permit in NY state.
• Specialized clinical knowledge and advanced clinical skills in the areas of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.

To apply, please attach your most up-to-date resumé and/or cv, along with a cover letter.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Requirements

Mental Health Counselor Qualifications and Skills:

• Provides excellent patient care in an individual and group setting.
• Knowledgeable about different forms of therapy.
• Expresses adequate knowledge of psychopathology.
• Collaborates with patients and has strong interpersonal skills.
• Learns about new patients quickly and has strong critical thinking skills.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• A master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling is required.
• Must be qualified for Mental Health Counseling Limited Permit in NY state.
• Specialized clinical knowledge and advanced clinical skills in the areas of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.