Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Highland, United States - NYS Office of Children and Family Services

Description

Job Description

Job Description

Qualifications:
Must maintain a valid New York State license and registration


PROVISIONAL:
Possession of a license and current registration as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York State.


Duties: The Licensed Mental Health Counselor reports to the Assistant Director for Treatment and provides direct clinical services to youth and their families or caregivers and plays a critical role as a primary member of the youth's support team. As such, the clinician works to assist the team in understanding youth holistically; conceptualizing those behaviors directly related to the youth's placement in the context of familial, community, cultural and developmental experiences. The clinician continually assesses and draws upon the strengths and assets of youth and their caregivers to facilitate insight, cognitive, behavioral, emotional, and spiritual growth/wellness.

Company DescriptionThe Office of Children and Family Services serves New York's public by promoting the safety, permanency and well-being of our children, families and communities.

We will achieve results by setting and enforcing policies, building partnerships, and funding and providing quality services.

The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is an equal opportunity employer.

OCFS does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

We devote special attention to dismantling racial injustice and recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission.

We are committed to the diversity of our staff and encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply.

All applicants must be dedicated to working in and sustaining an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived expertise, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff.

Applicants of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Company Description

The Office of Children and Family Services serves New York's public by promoting the safety, permanency and well-being of our children, families and communities.

We will achieve results by setting and enforcing policies, building partnerships, and funding and providing quality services.\r
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The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is an equal opportunity employer.

OCFS does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

We devote special attention to dismantling racial injustice and recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission.

We are committed to the diversity of our staff and encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply.

All applicants must be dedicated to working in and sustaining an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived expertise, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff.

Applicants of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.