Mental Health Specialist 

Healthcare staff can work anywhere….The BEST work with US!

Salary: $70,000

A nationally recognized comprehensive Health and Human Services Agency, with over 60 programs across New York City and greater New York Area.

Samaritan Daytop Village, serves over 33,000 New Yorkers annually within your neighborhoods and communities so our success depends on those we employ.

The Role

Under general direction, the Mental Health Specialist is responsible for providing counseling, group therapy, family therapy and casework services to individuals and families. Assesses patient’s mental status through interviews and observations and then develops treatment plans, provide therapy or makes referrals to appropriate services. This work is carried out in support of the mission and goals of Samaritan Daytop Village.

What You Will Do

• Works with clients and families to determine goals for treatment.
• Solicits family information, observations and concerns.
• Interviews, observes and develops treatment plans for patients.
• Implements, goals, policies and activities designed to meet program objectives.
• Conducts individual and group therapy sessions for clients/families with mental illness, emotional, family dynamic concerns and substance abuse problems.
• Provides referrals to appropriate mental health resources.
• Monitors client’s treatment progress and keeps track of their mental status.
• Consults with other mental health professionals to provided effective courses of treatment.
• Provides crisis intervention services to patients who are in danger to themselves and others.
• Keeps accurate records of clients records and treatment provided.

Who You Will Be

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling.
• At least One-Two years demonstrated clinical experience in substance use and/or mental health treatment for designated programs based on needs of the facility.
• Computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHR.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.