Jobs
>
New York City

    Health Counselor - New York, United States - CSSNY

    CSSNY
    CSSNY New York, United States

    1 week ago

    Default job background
    Description

    The Community Service Society (CSS) is an independent, not-for-profit organization that has been

    at the forefront of public policy innovations that support low- and moderate-income New Yorkers for more than 170 years. CSS's Health Initiatives Department runs a number of statewide programs that help New Yorkers find and use health insurance or otherwise access health care, including Community Health Advocates (CHA); the Community Health Access to Addiction and Mental Healthcare Project (CHAMP); the Independent Consumer Advocacy Network (ICAN); and several enrollment assistance programs.

    These services are free for New York healthcare consumers and small businesses. It also coordinates the Health Care for All New York Campaign, a coalition of 170 groups dedicated to securing quality, affordable coverage for all New Yorkers. CHA serves over 35,000 New Yorkers a

    year—saving them over $36 million annually in health costs—through a live-answer helpline and a network of advocates at community-based organizations across the state.

    CHA seeks to hire a Health Counselor to provide consumer assistance to people who need help

    navigating their health coverage, appealing denials of care, accessing care, and negotiating medical debt.

    Job Description:

    • File complaints and provide hearing and/or appeal representation to consumers contesting denials of health insurance coverage.
    • Represent consumers in debt negotiations with providers and debt collectors or otherwise obtain financial assistance for consumers whose cases cannot be solved through appeal.
    • Provide information, education, advice, and navigational services to consumers on how to successfully use health insurance and/or access care.
    • Help consumers and caregivers apply for non-Marketplace coverage options.
    • Respond to live calls from consumers, family members, or providers on the CHA Helpline.
    • Draft resources for consumers, family members, advocates, providers, and others, as needed.
    • Prepare training materials and fact sheets, as needed.
    • Maintain thorough case records of services provided, advice, appeals, and/or referrals.
    • Help identify systemic trends or practices that adversely affect consumers and work closely with senior CSS staff and other appropriate stakeholders.
    • Other responsibilities as needed.

    Job Requirements

    • Graduate degree in law, health policy, social work, or other relevant discipline preferred.
    • A minimum of one year's experience assisting consumers and/or advocates on health insurance, or healthcare access, issues is preferred.
    • Outstanding research, writing, and oral advocacy skills required.
    • Experience with customer service and written advocacy preferred.
    • Ability to speak, type, and write clearly, concisely, and persuasively and keep detailed
    • notes of all communications required.
    • Mission driven.
    • Written and spoken fluency in Spanish preferred.
    • Competency with Office Suite and Salesforce database preferred.

    Salary and Benefits: This position is union represented by local 1199 SEIU with an annual salary of $75,200.00 and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage provided by 1199. Community Service Society provides a comprehensive employee benefits package including life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance, 403b retirement savings plan, defined benefit retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits plan, EAP, and more in addition to paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal days.

    CSS currently offers a hybrid work environment requiring onsite work at CSS' office at least two days per week and three days per work remote work.

  • ANB Therapy, PLLC

    Mental Health Counselor

    1 day ago

    ANB Therapy, PLLC Manhattan, United States

    **About Us**: We are a pioneering mental health organization committed to providing culturally competent therapy to diverse communities in New York. Embracing a holistic approach, we tailor our therapies to address the unique needs of individuals from various cultural backgrounds ...

  • Adult behavioral health

    Mental Health Counselor

    5 days ago

    Adult behavioral health Newark, United States

    _ **We are looking for a Full-Time Mental Health Counselor**_ · **Summary of Position**: · The mental Health Counselor will provide:(1) Individual & Group counseling to program clients; and (2) will provide weekly progress notes on each client on his/her caseload and make sure th ...

  • Northwell Health

    Behavioral Health Counselor

    1 week ago

    Northwell Health New York, United States

    Engages and provides care and support to Behavioral Health clients, patients, and/or families. Performs psychosocial assessment and care management. Plans, implements, and documents care and treatment. Collaborates with clinical and non-clinical team members and supports multidis ...

  • Nushama

    Mental Health Counselor

    5 days ago

    Nushama New York, United States

    Nushama is a pioneering wellness center and industry leader dedicated to providing holistic care and support for individuals on their journey to mental and emotional well-being through the use of psychedelic therapy. We are committed to offering safe and transformative experience ...

  • NYC Health + Hospitals

    Mental Health Counselor Lii, Correctional Health

    5 days ago

    NYC Health + Hospitals New York, United States

    **About NYC Health + Hospitals**: · NYC Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services is one of the nation's leading correctional health care systems in quality of and innovations to care, and access from pre-arraignment through compassionate release. In-jail services include m ...

  • VNS Health

    Behavorial Health Counselor

    1 week ago

    VNS Health Brooklyn, United States Full time

    Overview · Behavioral Health Counselors provide supportive counseling, advocacy, and education to help patients and their families navigate mental illness, access community resources, and manage symptoms to help them remain safely in the community This is an experienced, master's ...

  • Phoenix House of New York

    Counselor Mental Health

    2 weeks ago

    Phoenix House of New York Long Island City, United States

    **SUMMARY**: The Mental Health Counselor will counsel individuals and groups to promote optimum mental health. The Mental Health Counselor will help individuals deal with thoughts of suicide; addictions and substance abuse; family, parenting, and marital problems; stress manageme ...

  • VNS Health

    Behavioral Health Counselor

    1 week ago

    VNS Health Brooklyn, United States Full time

    Overview · Provides direct social work services including assessment and treatment planning, supportive counseling and supportive therapy, advocacy and psychoeducation, and linkage to community agencies and services, as required. Works under general supervision. · Compensation: · ...

  • New Alternatives for Children, Inc.

    Prevention Social Worker/mental Health Counselor

    6 days ago

    New Alternatives for Children, Inc. New York, United States

    **New Alternatives for Children, Inc. (NAC)**is an award-winning not-for-profit agency in Midtown Manhattan, with a satellite Bronx office, dedicated to serving children and families with medical complexities, chronic illnesses, and disabilities throughout the five boroughs. To a ...

  • Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow, Inc.

    Mental Health Counselor, Msw

    5 days ago

    Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow, Inc. Brooklyn, United States

    OBT's TechSTART Program prepares young adults for careers in the cloud computing and IT fields. The Counselor/MSW will provide individualized social emotional and case management services in order to support participants as they train for and transition into the workforce. The Co ...

  • Apicha Community Health Center

    health counselor

    1 week ago

    Apicha Community Health Center New York, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionOur mission at Apicha Community Health Center is to provide high quality, equitable, whole person and culturally responsive care delivered in an inclusive and welcoming manner. Build and expand on our long tradition of care for AAPI, LGBTQ+ and pe ...

  • CSSNY

    Health Counselor

    2 weeks ago

    CSSNY New York, United States

    The Community Service Society of New York (CSS) has worked with and for New Yorkers since 1843 to promote economic opportunity and champion an equitable city and state. We power change through a strategic combination of research, services, and advocacy to make New York more livab ...

  • COMMUNITY SERVICE SOCIETY OF NEW YORK

    Health Counselor

    2 days ago

    COMMUNITY SERVICE SOCIETY OF NEW YORK New York, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionThe Community Service Society (CSS) is an independent, not-for-profit organization that has been at the forefront of public policy innovations that support low- and moderate-income New Yorkers for more than 170 years. CSS's Health Initiatives Depa ...

  • Saint Dominic's Family Services

    Mental Health Counselor

    1 day ago

    Saint Dominic's Family Services Bronx, United States

    THE MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR POSITION IS ALSO KNOWN AS OTHER LICENSED PRACTIONER. AT THE PRESENT TIME, THIS POSITION IS OFFERING A $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS TO NYS LCSW HIRES AND $2,500 FOR OTHER NYS SOCIAL WORK RELATED FIELD NY STATE LICENSED PROFESSIONALS. · The Mental Health Counsel ...

  • VNS Health

    Behavioral Health Counselor

    2 hours ago

    VNS Health Bronx, United States Full time

    Overview · Behavioral Health Counselors provide supportive counseling, advocacy, and education to help patients and their families navigate mental illness, access community resources, and manage symptoms to help them remain safely in the community This is an experienced, master's ...

  • Samaritan Daytop Village, Inc.

    Mental Health Counselor

    2 weeks ago

    Samaritan Daytop Village, Inc. New York, United States

    Community is Everything... Help Support Yours Mental Health Counselor-MHC - Masters Degree Required. Manhattan, NY Social Workers, psychotherapists and mental health professionals can work anywhere.... The BEST work with us. A nationally recognized Mental Health, Counselor, Healt ...

  • We Rise Mental Health Counseling Services, PLLC

    Mental Health Counselors

    1 day ago

    We Rise Mental Health Counseling Services, PLLC New York, United States

    Job description · WHO WE ARE: · We Rise Mental Health Counseling Services PLLC ) is a dynamic remotely-operated group practice in New York. We specialize in the treatment of anxiety, PTSD, perinatal mood disorders, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, and more. We also provid ...

  • Small Joys

    Mental Health Counselor

    1 week ago

    Small Joys New York, United States

    Small Joys provides integrated behavioral health services partnering with primary and specialty care physicians. We are currently hiring mental health counselors for a full time role. · Responsibilities: · Administers intake sessions, treatment plans & follow up sessions · Docume ...

  • SoHo Psychology, PLLC

    Mental Health Counselor

    1 week ago

    SoHo Psychology, PLLC New York, United States Full time

    Soho Psychology is a thriving psychotherapy practice that provides exceptional therapeutic services both in-person and online. Our clients are clinically and culturally diverse, high-functioning, and very rewarding to work with. We offer a friendly, warm, and intellectually stimu ...

  • gmhc

    Mental Health Counselor

    1 day ago

    gmhc New York, United States

    Position Description · The Mental Health Counselor provides mental health services to individuals and groups in the OMH-licensed Article 31 outpatient clinic. Specifically, the Mental Health Counselor assesses the needs of clients, many of whom are living with and affected by HIV ...