What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Mental Health Counselor position at Sun River Health?
Job Description: Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) - Full-Time
Location: Peekskill, New York
Salary Range: $64,719.20 - $68,759.60 per year
About the Position:
Sun River Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) to join our dynamic team at our Peekskill location in New York. This full-time position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced LMHC to advance their career and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those in need. As part of the largest community health network in New York State, you will provide high-quality care to a diverse population, addressing a wide range of behavioral health needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Clinical Services: Provide culturally sensitive clinical services including assessment and treatment planning, individual, family, and group psychotherapy, crisis counseling, and community consultation and education.
- Documentation: Maintain thorough and timely documentation of client progress, ensuring that all records are up to date according to established procedures.
- Treatment Coordination: Identify case management needs of clients and work collaboratively with other agency staff and community organizations to meet these needs.
- Crisis Intervention: Provide crisis intervention as necessary, ensuring the safety and well-being of clients in need.
- Program Development: Contribute to the development and enhancement of behavioral health programs within the clinic.
- Clinical Supervision: Participate in regular clinical supervision to support ongoing professional development.
- Compliance: Follow established clinic policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to all professional standards and regulatory requirements.
- Community Outreach: Engage in community outreach efforts to promote mental health awareness and services available at Sun River Health.
Qualifications:
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the State of New York.
- Prior experience in outpatient behavioral health settings is required.
- Strong commitment to community behavioral health.
- Bilingual Spanish is a plus but not required.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and varied cultural experiences.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Why Join Sun River Health?
- Mission-Driven Work: Be part of a team that provides high-quality health and social support services to underserved communities.
- Diverse and Inclusive Workforce: We are committed to a workforce that mirrors the communities we serve.
- Professional Development: We offer opportunities for career growth, ongoing training, and clinical supervision.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a rich benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, and more.
- Work-Life Balance: We offer generous paid time off and a supportive work environment.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary range of $64,719.20 - $68,759.60 per year based on qualifications and experience.
- Retention bonus opportunities.
- Malpractice coverage and professional development reimbursement.
- Federal loan forgiveness potential for eligible candidates.
Sun River Health – About Us
Sun River Health is a nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing comprehensive, integrated care to underserved communities across New York State. Founded in 1975 in Peekskill, New York, we have grown into the largest health network in the state, serving over 250,000 patients. Our mission is to ensure that all individuals, regardless of their ability to pay, receive high-quality, affordable health care.
Our Culture
We foster a culture of wellness, inclusivity, and recognition, ensuring that all staff feel valued and supported in their work. Our workforce wellness program and recognition awards promote staff engagement and well-being.
Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Initiatives
Sun River Health is committed to promoting justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. Our JEDI initiatives help ensure we provide equitable care to patients and create an inclusive environment for our staff.
Responsibilities:
Relation to Mission
The mission of Sun River Health is to increase access to comprehensive primary and preventive health care and to improve the health status of our community, especially for the underserved and vulnerable.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Sun River Health provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual preference, or non-disqualifying physical or mental handicap or disability in each aspect of the human resources function.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.
Job Responsibilities
The following statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. Sun River Health may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.
Salary : $64,719 - $68,760
