What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Mental Health Provider position at Jewish Family Service?
Job Description
Job Description
ABOUT JFS
For more than 150 years, Jewish Family Services of Western New York has been committed to providing high quality services to all in need in the interest of helping to "repair the world." Our services are guided by the essential connection between mental well-being, physical wellness, and positive self-worth. Our reputation is the result of our exceptional staff. In addition to offering competitive compensation and truly exceptional benefits, we are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive work environment in which all employees are able to contribute their best.
OUR VALUES
Be a Mensch – A person who is ethical, decent, and admirable. It’s someone who acts with integrity and honor, often showing kindness and consideration towards others. Being called a Mensch is a compliment suggesting that one’s character is upright, responsible, and morally sound.
Be Person-Centered – Meeting individuals where they are at.
Be Culturally Responsive – Creating purpose-built spaces and programs for our clients that respect their culture.
Be Resolute – Tenacity, solution-seeking, and getting stuff done.
SUMMARY
The Licensed Mental Health Provider provides a variety of outpatient psychiatric treatment services to persons with a broad range of psychiatric disorders.
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
A representative summary of tasks to be performed is provided below. The employee may be asked to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically stated in this description. The duties and responsibilities of the position are to be carried out in a manner that is consistent with the mission, values, and operating principles of Jewish Family Services.
- Provide individual, couple, marital and family psychotherapy according to the needs of the client.
- Develop a complete psychosocial assessment and provide a DSM-V / ICD 10 diagnosis for each client.
- Develop a comprehensive treatment plan for each client and revise the treatment plan at periodic intervals as required by NYS Office of Mental Health regulations.
- Maintain written documentation of all client contacts or consultations, including a progress note for each session.
- Complete required reporting forms.
- Satisfy departmental productivity standards.
- Make client referrals to Agency psychiatrists / PNP and coordinate and monitor treatment recommended by the psychiatrists / PNP.
- Collaborate with clients’ existing supports, both personal and professional, while providing referral and linkage to additional community resources as needed.
- Facilitate informational and / or educational workshops as requested by community organizations.
- Conduct client intake interviews for diagnostic and evaluative purposes.
- Provide clinical supervision, if requested.
- Provide supervision for graduate student interns, if requested.
- Submit necessary documentation for third party insurance reimbursement, where qualified.
- Participate in Agency / departmental staff meetings and professional development programs.
- Participate in work groups and / or task groups.
- Provide coverage for other staff members, as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
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WORKING CONDITIONS
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
LMHC / LMSW start at $28.57 per hour.
The above pay range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, background, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Jewish Family Services of Western New York is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Salary : $29 - $33
