Therapist for Children and Youth (Hybrid) en Evidence Based Associates

Community-Based Child Therapist

POSITION OVERVIEW:

CFTSS Clinical services are provided to children/youth and are intended to help identify and prevent the progression of behavioral health needs through early identification and intervention. Services may be provided to children/youth in need of assessment for whom behavioral conditions have not yet been diagnosed or to youth with a diagnosis for whom flexible community-based treatment is needed to correct or ameliorate a developmental delay or problem in functioning or capacity for healthy relationships. The clinician conducts a comprehensive assessment to determine if children/youth are eligible for CFTSS, makes recommendations regarding which CFTSS services are to be provided, and completes a treatment plan, which serves as a rehabilitative service package to support a child and family whose needs may be complex and/or require flexible nontraditional approaches. We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and proactive therapist to join our team, providing high-quality behavioral health services to individuals in the Bronx. The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical background and a passion for community-based work.

This is a hybrid role and involves both direct clinical care and community engagement.

Reports to: 2488 Grand Concourse Ave, Suite 2000 (2nd Floor), Bronx, NY 10458

 

KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (List the functions that are key to achieve the goals):

• Provide individual and/or group therapy to clients in community-based settings and virtually as needed.
• Facilitate psychoeducational and skills-building groups within community residences and for external clients (in-person or via telehealth).
• Conduct outreach to potential partner agencies for collaborative opportunities and community engagement.
• Travel throughout the Bronx as required to meet with clients at residences, community centers, or other appropriate locations.
• Complete thorough psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with agency policies and funding source requirements.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, clinical supervision, and ongoing training.
• Respond to clinical crises with appropriate interventions and follow-up care coordination.
• Foster a culturally sensitive, strengths-based, and trauma-informed therapeutic environment.
• Maintain professional behaviors and ethical standards as established by licensing board, relevant professional association and the organization's policies and procedures.

CORE COMPETENCIES for the position include:

• Commitment to recovery-oriented trauma-informed practice
• Embraces youth-guided family-driven care
• Promotes teamwork
• Takes initiative
• Liaise between department staff and middle managers/administration
• Good interpersonal communication and collaboration skills
• Solution Focused
• Uses Data to Inform & Guide Practice
• Values and Demonstrates Cultural Competency
• Values professional development and participation in clinical supervision and training

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related field.
• Licensure (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent) or limited permit eligible in New York State.
• Experience working with diverse populations, including individuals with serious mental illness or co-occurring disorders.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish or other relevant languages) a plus.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently in the field and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Commitment to cultural humility and continuous learning.

Salary:  $60,000 -

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 403B Retirement
• CEU's with no cost to you!
• 3 weeks PTO