Social Worker or Mental Health Counselor

Job Title: Social Worker or Mental Health Counselor

Company: The Rural Outreach Center (ROC)

Salary: $48,000 – $55,000 (based on experience)

Department: Social Work - Clinical

Location: East Aurora, New York

Job Type: Full-time (Salaried, 40 hours/week with paid 30-minute lunch daily. Requires 2 evenings per week until 7 pm. Flexible scheduling available in coordination with supervisor. Some travel may be necessary.

Summary: Join the dynamic and passionate team at The Rural Outreach Center (ROC) in our mission to break the cycle of rural poverty. As a Counselor, you will provide evidence-based and trauma-informed care to individuals facing mental health and co-occurring challenges. At The ROC, we prioritize holistic mental health care, including care management to address social needs. Join us as we assist, empower, and elevate individuals towards self-sufficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, group, and crisis therapy for adults utilizing evidence-based practices and curriculum (e.g., CBT, DBT, MI).
• Provide play therapy and group counseling for children utilizing evidence-based play therapy techniques under the supervision of an RPT-S.
• Conduct comprehensive bio-psycho-social assessments to determine participant risk and needs.
• Develop strength-based, whole person-centered treatment plans in collaboration with participants and their support systems.
• Monitor participant progress using The ROC’s innovative Outcome Review process to monitor determinants of social health.
• Independently manage a caseload of approximately 50 participants, demonstrating strong clinical decision-making and judgment.
• Provide crisis counseling and intervention, developing safety plans as needed.
• Complete discharge paperwork when Participants discontinue services, including providing appropriate community referrals and coordination with other service providers
• Maintain accurate and detailed clinical records, ensuring compliance with agency policies, procedures, and governmental regulations, including HIPAA.
• Collaborate with schools, psychiatric nurse practitioner, care coordinator, and family members to enhance Participant support networks.
• Creatively problem-solve with Participants to address practical obstacles and promote whole-person wellness.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a social work or mental health -related field (e.g., Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy).
• Eligible for licensure within 18 months of hire (LMSW, LMHC, etc.). Professional licensure (LMSW, LMFT, MHC-P, LMHC, LCSW) is preferred.
• One year of post-graduate direct service experience preferred but not required.
• Experience providing care management preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of common intervention techniques, mental health diagnoses, and resources.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with community resources.
• Proficiency with Windows-based software applications and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) databases.
• Valid driver's license

Benefits:

• 40-hour salaried work week with paid lunches.
• Competitive salary dependent upon experience and licensure.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance are offered. A stipend is given if an employee chooses to enroll in company insurances.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer contributions.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package.
• Professional development assistance.
• NYS disability insurance.
• Personalized supervision opportunities for advanced licensure for those seeking LCSW, LMHC, or RPT.
• Reimbursement for licensure, certification, and renewal fees.
• Student Loan Forgiveness Opportunities, through OMH Community Health Loan Repayment Program, while funds are available.
• Opportunities for leadership development through intern coaching and development.
• Mileage reimbursement.

Physical Demands: Position requires sitting for extended periods, alternating between standing and sitting, mobility, repetitive wrist, hand, and finger movements, and occasionally lifting objects up to 40 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The ROC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage applications from diverse cultures and backgrounds.

Employment Eligibility Verification: Before being hired, the candidate will be asked to submit and pass a background check and various other requirements to comply with the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH).

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Experience:

• Cinical: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LMSW, LMFT, MHC-P, LMHC, LCSW (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• East Aurora, NY 14052 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• East Aurora, NY 14052: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $48,000 - $55,000