CORE Licensed Clinician / Per Diem
Mental Health Association in Orange County, NY·Town of New Windsor, New York
Mental Health Association in Orange County, NY·Town of New Windsor, New York
The clinician will manage a caseload of CORE CPST clients by providing individualized support, conducting comprehensive assessments, and developing/implementing treatment plans. Responsibilities also include conducting intake interviews and clinical assessments for MHA programs and Supported Housing evaluations.
· CORE CPST Caseload Management: · Provide individualized support and intervention services to clients enrolled in the CORE CPST program. · Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify clients' strengths, needs, and goals. · Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with clients, their families, and other involved professionals. · Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure clients' ongoing well-being and success. · Intakes and Clinical Assessments: · Conduct intake interviews and clinical assessments for individuals seeking services. · Evaluate clients' mental health, social, and emotional needs to determine appropriate levels of care and intervention. · Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans that address clients' holistic needs. · Complete assessments and evaluations for Supported Housing in accordance with Local Professional Health Authority (LPHA) recommendations. Annual storage and purge of accounting files.
· Master’s degree in social work or mental health counseling from an accredited institution. · Current licensure in NY. · Minimum of 2 years of experience providing direct clinical services to individuals with behavioral, emotional, or educational challenges. · Experience working with children, adults, and families in various settings, including community mental health, residential care, or similar environments. · Strong assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills. · Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills. · Knowledge of evidence-based practices in mental health treatment. · Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards governing social work practice. · Training or certification in specialized interventions for specific populations strongly preferred (e.g., trauma-informed care, dialectical behavior therapy, etc.). · Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and independently. · Commitment to cultural humility, diversity, and inclusion in service delivery. · Spanish-speaking strongly preferred. Other Duties: · In the spirit of teamwork, answer MHA’s main office phone as needed. · Participate in MHA’s committees as needed. · Duties outlined above are intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions, and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of a person so classified. Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in New York are often in steady demand, especially for clinicians who can support diverse age groups and handle assessments or admissions. These positions can be competitive because employers commonly look for independent licensure, while also considering associate-level candidates with clear growth toward full licensure. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and assessment experience before applying.
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