NYC Health Hospitals
Harlem Hospital Center has been a bedrock of the Harlem community since 1887. The hospital provides a wide range of medical, surgical, diagnostic, therapeutic and family support services to the residents of Central Harlem, West Harlem, Washington Heights and Inwood. Harlem is the largest hospital in the area, capable of treating the most seriously ill. Harlem provides over 90 specialized ambulatory care services, dentistry and oral surgery, behavioral health services, and community substance abuse treatment.
At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.
Work Shifts
9:00 A.M - 5:00 P.M
Duties & Responsibilities
Purpose of Position :
This class of positions encompasses professional and/or supervisory work of varying degrees of difficulty in the practice of mental health counseling. Acts in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal rules and regulations and mental health standards of care. All personnel perform related work.
Under direct supervision of a licensed mental health professional, with latitude for independent judgment and decision making, performs professional work in the mental health discipline.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities : 1. Provides mental health counseling and psycho-education services to clients with less complex cases. 2. Participates in the interviewing and case history taking process by utilizing appropriate assessment and screening tools. 3. Consults with relevant mental health professionals regarding the diagnoses, prognoses, and recommendations for disposition on individual cases; contributes to the formulation of client comprehensive treatment plans. 4. Coordinates with appropriate personnel and/or departments to counsel and assist clients with the completion of applications and documentation for educational, vocational, and entitlement programs. 5. Acts as a resource to clients seeking additional support on a variety of available services within the health care setting and the community. 6. Prepares and maintains accurate and complete records and files of patient contact information, which includes consumer interactions, clinical case histories, phone contacts, agency interactions, and other related information. 7. Participates in appropriate internal and/or external training conferences. 8. May participate in treatment programs assisting other personnel and/or departments in providing counseling/therapeutic services. 9. May be assigned to coordinate and supervise the activities of support staff in related areas. 10. May be assigned to assist in the instruction and supervision of volunteers, interns, and students in the area of mental health counseling, as appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
Assignment Level I 1. Valid license and current registration or valid limited permit to practice as a Mental Health Counselor issued by the New York State Education Department (NYSED).
Benefits
NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week Retirement Savings and Pension Plans Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities College Savings Program Union Benefits for eligible titles Multiple employee discounts programs Commuter Benefits Programs
If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button.
At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.
Work Shifts
9:00 A.M - 5:00 P.M
Duties & Responsibilities
Purpose of Position :
This class of positions encompasses professional and/or supervisory work of varying degrees of difficulty in the practice of mental health counseling. Acts in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal rules and regulations and mental health standards of care. All personnel perform related work.
Under direct supervision of a licensed mental health professional, with latitude for independent judgment and decision making, performs professional work in the mental health discipline.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities : 1. Provides mental health counseling and psycho-education services to clients with less complex cases. 2. Participates in the interviewing and case history taking process by utilizing appropriate assessment and screening tools. 3. Consults with relevant mental health professionals regarding the diagnoses, prognoses, and recommendations for disposition on individual cases; contributes to the formulation of client comprehensive treatment plans. 4. Coordinates with appropriate personnel and/or departments to counsel and assist clients with the completion of applications and documentation for educational, vocational, and entitlement programs. 5. Acts as a resource to clients seeking additional support on a variety of available services within the health care setting and the community. 6. Prepares and maintains accurate and complete records and files of patient contact information, which includes consumer interactions, clinical case histories, phone contacts, agency interactions, and other related information. 7. Participates in appropriate internal and/or external training conferences. 8. May participate in treatment programs assisting other personnel and/or departments in providing counseling/therapeutic services. 9. May be assigned to coordinate and supervise the activities of support staff in related areas. 10. May be assigned to assist in the instruction and supervision of volunteers, interns, and students in the area of mental health counseling, as appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
Assignment Level I 1. Valid license and current registration or valid limited permit to practice as a Mental Health Counselor issued by the New York State Education Department (NYSED).
Benefits
NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week Retirement Savings and Pension Plans Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities College Savings Program Union Benefits for eligible titles Multiple employee discounts programs Commuter Benefits Programs
If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button.