ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
– Performs complex psychosocial assessments and diagnostic formulations for patients and their families when indicated. Provides direct clinical services to assigned patients, including evaluation, individual, family and/or group therapy and crisis intervention. Ensures the development and implementation of comprehensive and individualized treatment plans for patients with clearly defined therapeutic goals. Conducts evidence-informed treatment with patients and families.
– Participates collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team to provide coordinated care.
– Documents treatment in patients’ electronic medical record in compliance with Program, Department and Hospital regulations. Meets minimum target for clinical productivity set by service director.
– Collaborates with referral sources and other professionals, both internal and external, throughout patient care activities. Mobilizes family and natural support networks when clinically indicated.
– Assesses successful completion of therapeutic goals and plans termination of therapy accordingly. Coordinates with Physicians to ensure continuity of care.
– Establishes and regularly maintains cooperative working relationships with community and health care agencies, as well as professional and administrative staff of the Medical Center and University.
– Coordinates with support staff regarding patient scheduling, fees, and insurance issues.
– Maintains professional CEU requirements by reading, attending seminars, workshops and conferences.
– Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
– Master’s degree from a Counsel for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education Programs (CACREP) accredited program with major course work in mental health counseling required
– Or equivalent combination of education and experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
– NYS licensure as a mental health practitioner (Mental Health Counselor) upon hire required
– OR if licensure has not been obtained upon employment, an active limited permit or submitted application to the NYS Department of Education upon hire required and NYS licensure as a mental health practitioner within 36 months required
