A31 Psychotherapist – Westchester Square

Full job description
Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral health services to all who see it, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for the underserved and vulnerable. Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia and Westchester County. Sun River Health is currently seeking a full time Psychotherapist to support our A31 Westchester Square location in the Bronx, NY.

POSITION SUMMARY

The 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 FUNCTIONS

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
The above is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions and the essential requirements for the performance of the job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all the job functions

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Master’s Degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling, Counseling, Psychology, Family Therapy, or related field as recognized by the US Department of Education.

NYS license LCSW, LMSW or LMHC

At least 2 years’ experience in the psychiatric mental health care of persons with HIV/AIDS.

Bilingual English/Spanish required

Salary Range: $65,000 – $100,000 annually based on licensure