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Behavioral Health Clinician - Albany, United States - Whitney Young Health Center
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Behavioral Health Clinician - Addictions (LMSW/LMHC) (ReqAlbany, NY )
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Description
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Behavioral Health Clinician (BHC) Whitney Young Health serves as a member of the multidisciplinary team providing recovery-oriented care to individuals with substance use disorders (SUD), co-occurring mental health conditions and chronic co-morbid health issues in the Office of Addictions Services and Supports (OASAS) licensed treatment program(s).
The BHC plays an integral role in the facilitation of integrated services-identifying, assessing, and making recommendations in the treatment of a substance use disorders.
Through the conduct of comprehensive assessments and the delivery of evidenced based interventions and harm reduction strategies the BHC will develop individualized, integrated treatment plans designed to empower patients in their pursuit of optimal physical and behavioral health.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's Degree from an Accredited College or University in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling; possession of New York State Licensure as a LMSW or LMHC; at least one year of work experience providing behavioral health and/or SUD counseling.
Strong assessment and diagnostic skills; Knowledge of recovery concepts, self-help groups, and community resources; Provides excellent customer service and demonstrates a high level of cultural competency; Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality guidelines; Working knowledge of computers and electronic health records.
Must be cleared by the New York State Central Registry.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience working in a community health care setting.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status.
Salary range:
$59, ,000 annually
