Therapist

Role

• Therapist (Full-time)
• Program/Department:
• Counseling
• Center
• Reports To:
• Clinical
• Quality
• Supervisor
• Location:
• Manhattan,
• NY (Midtown
• South)
• Hours: Full-time (40 hrs. per week), Fully On-Site Only, 2 evenings per week About Us The Blanton-Peale Institute & Counseling Center (Blanton-Peale) is a culturally affirming, empowerment-based, trauma-informed healing and learning community rooted in New York City. We are dedicated to cultivating holistic wellness and training generations of mental health professionals who reflect the vibrant diversity of the communities we serve. We provide a full continuum of outpatient behavioral health services, including individual, couples, family, and group therapy, as well as psychiatric evaluations and medication management, through our New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) licensed Mental Health Outpatient Treatment and Rehabilitative Services (MHOTRS) counseling center. Our clinical team is highly trained across a range of therapeutic approaches, including psychoanalysis, EMDR, CBT, and spiritually integrated psychotherapy. Beyond direct care, Blanton-Peale offers robust training programs for emerging and established therapists, as well as educational resources for individuals and organizations seeking to deepen their understanding of mental health and wellness. Joining our team means becoming part of a mission-driven community committed to healing, learning, and equity. Position Overview The therapist provides direct outpatient behavioral health services to clients across the full lifespan within Blanton-Peale’s OMH-licensed MHOTRS counseling center. Reporting to the Quality Clinical Supervisor, Therapists deliver individual, couples, family, and group therapy using evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches. Key Responsibilities Direct Clinical Services Provide individual, couples, family, and group psychotherapy to clients across the full lifespan. Conduct comprehensive bio-psycho-social-spiritual assessments and develop individualized treatment plans. Deliver trauma-informed, culturally affirming, holistic, and person-centered care consistent with Blanton-Peale’s mission and best practices. Utilize evidence-informed therapeutic approaches, which include but are not limited to psychodynamic therapy, psychoanalysis, CBT, EMDR, and spiritually integrated psychotherapy. Provide crisis assessments, interventions, and care transition supports as needed. Documentation & Compliance Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and transfer/discharge summaries in accordance with OMH Part 599/MHOTRS requirements. Maintain compliance with Medicaid, managed care, and agency billing standards. Participate in chart audits and quality assurance processes as directed. Collaboration & Professional Development Coordinate care with psychiatrists, primary care, and community-based partners to support integrated service delivery. Attend clinical team meetings, case conferences, and supervision. Participate in agency-wide training, CEU opportunities, and professional development activities.