Senior Behavioral Health Provider

DescriptionPay $74,880 annuallyUpstate Caring Partners’ Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic – Community Health and Behavioral Services is seeking compassionate and skilled Senior Behavioral Health Provider to join our Integrated Care Team. In this role, you will be instrumental in delivering comprehensive, integrated mental health services to clients with co-occurring mental health and substance use needs.Our clinic emphasizes a whole-person orientation to behavioral health, addressing the physical, emotional, and social aspects of well-being across the lifespan. The Senior Behavioral Health Provider will work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure that clients receive coordinated, holistic care that supports their recovery and enhances their quality of life at every stage of development. The position may house informal supervisory duties to include supporting internships and field placement candidate experiences.Core ResponsibilitiesConduct thorough assessments of clients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, utilizing evidence-based assessment tools.Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that address both mental health and substance use needs, incorporating input from the client and the Integrated Care Team.Monitor client progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.Provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions using evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Integrated Dual Diagnosis Treatment (IDDT).Deliver substance use counseling, relapse prevention strategies, and psychoeducation tailored to clients’ needs.Collaborate with other team members to ensure coordinated care that addresses all aspects of clients’ mental health and substance use challenges.Work closely with case managers, medical providers, and peer support specialists to ensure clients receive comprehensive care and support.Coordinate referrals to external services, such as inpatient treatment, detox programs, or community support groups, as needed.Maintain regular communication with clients and their families to support ongoing engagement and adherence to treatment plans.Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries, in compliance with clinic policies and regulatory standards.Ensure all services are delivered within the provider’s clinical scope of practice, aligned with relevant licensure and professional standards.Participate in regular supervision, case reviews, and team meetings to ensure high-quality care and professional development.Actively participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, contributing to the development of integrated care plans that address the holistic needs of clients.Collaborate with medical providers to manage clients’ psychopharmacological needs, ensuring a coordinated approach to treatment.Engage in community outreach and collaboration with external partners to enhance service delivery and client outcomes.Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional conferences.Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to the physical health department.QualificationsA terminate level of licensure in a relevant field such as social work, counseling, and / or marriage and family therapy, or similar, is required. LCSW-R, LMHC with Diagnostic Privileges, and LMFT preferred.An active and unencumbered licensure is required. Equivalent licensure status’ transferrable to NYS, considered e.g. LICSW etc.6 years of clinical experience required, with some focused or specialized skillset, leadership and supervision preferred but not required.Prior experience in a behavioral health or community health setting is preferred.Valid New York State license and current registrationMust have a valid NYS Driver’s License.The Behavioral Health Provider may be required to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends, to meet the needs of the clinic and the clients.BenefitsOur work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.Comprehensive Health / Dental / VisionDirect DepositFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Retirement Plan 403(b)Life InsuranceVoluntary BenefitsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)Tuition ReimbursementService AwardsEmployee Appreciation EventsEmployee DiscountsUpstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career. Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting. upstatecpjobs.orgTo access a copy of the job description Click Here - Senior Behavioral Health Provider ()

Salary : $74,880