Other Licensed Practitioner

The primary responsibility of an Other Licensed Professional is supporting individuals with mental health needs to pursue individualized goals in a variety of settings. This position is community based by nature and involves the transportation of youth in and around their communities.

*Responsibilities:*

· Provide high quality, well-informed therapy to children and families.

· Complete intakes and assessments

· Complete all required documentation.

· Participate in Team Meetings to advocate and support the child and family when needed; communicate ideas and feedback on treatment plans to create a comprehensive and accurate strategy for care.

· Work with Supervisor and Family to complete monthly schedules for visits; adhere to schedule and communicate with team when there are changes.

· Completion of Managed care contact notes (progress notes)

· Attending supervision and staff meetings as needed and requested.

· Work cooperatively with the Supervisor, Medicaid Managed Care Liaisons, and potential Care Manager, on each case to maintain the best quality of care for the child and family.

· Travel into the community and family homes to carry out responsibilities.

*Competencies*:

· Ability to be flexible, empathetic, and work both independently and on a team

· Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

· Creative ability to plan and execute engaging activities

· Basic computer skills including Microsoft word, excel and email.

*Required Education and Experience*:

· Must be a Licensed Behavioral Health Practitioner as defined by the State of New York. This includes individuals licensed and able to practice independently as a: Licensed Psychoanalyst, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT), and Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) (under the supervision of an LCSW)

*Additional Eligibility Qualifications*:

· Valid and unrestricted driver’s license, with reliable transportation

*Essential Job Qualifications:*

· Ability to lift pounds without assistance.

· Ability to sit, squat, crouch and stand for elongated periods of time

· Ability to lift arms over head in upward reaching motion.

· Ability to walk up and downstairs up to several times per day.

· Varying levels of travel as determined by departmental needs may be required with this position.

Pay: $31.00 - $33.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 29.75 per week

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Employee assistance program
* Mileage reimbursement
* Referral program
* Tuition reimbursement



Education:
* Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:
* Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: On the road