Licensed Psychotherapist (LMHC / LMSW / LCSW) – Behavioral Health

Job Description
Sun River Health provides the highest-quality comprehensive primary, preventive, and behavioral health services to all who seek care, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, with a particular focus on underserved and vulnerable populations. Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, nonprofit health center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia, and Westchester County. Sun River Health is seeking a full-time A31 Psychotherapist to join our Bronx, NY, Westchester Square Community Health Center.

Position Summary

The full-time Psychotherapist provides specialized knowledge and skills for psychiatric and mental health evaluation, assessment and management of clients. Strong therapy skills are essential. The position reports to the Program Director.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provides psychotherapy for patients.
Provides psychosocial evaluations for patients
Practices in collaboration with psych NPs, psychiatrist and other medical staff to manage patient care
Assesses the multidimensional needs of patients and develops and implements care plans
Functions as a patient advocate, by participating in clinical meetings, patient care conferences and informal discussion with health care and mental health program staff
Provides patient education relative to psychiatric mental health issues
Provides written reports and care coordination as needed.
Attends and participates in continuing educational programs, seminars, etc., designated to maintain professional competence
Performs all related duties, as assigned, or unrelated duties, as requested, during emergencies
Demonstrates an understanding of the management and care of the adult substance abuse population

Essential Job Qualifications

Minimum Education Requirement: Master’s Degree (MSW or MHC)
Minimum Licensure: New York State Licensure (LCSW, LMSW, or LMHC)
Minimum Work-Related Experience: 2 years
Preferred Skills: Bilingual in Spanish