New Directions Youth and Family Services
Licensed Social Worker / Mental Health Counselor
New Directions Youth and Family Services, Randolph, New York, United States, 14772
Job Title: Licensed Behavioral Health Practitioner – Full Time
Department: 29I Health Facility
Position Summary
The Licensed Behavioral Health Practitioner (LBHP) provides counseling and education to help youth and families develop the skills they need to meet their goals. In this role, you will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to establish individualized treatment plans, conduct comprehensive assessments, and provide therapy services in both clinical and community-based settings. You will play a vital role in improving behavioral expectations and fostering positive change through trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions. This position offers flexibility, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and families.
Department
New Directions Youth & Family Services’ 29I Health Facility provides comprehensive, integrated behavioral health services for children and adolescents. By offering assessments, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions, our team helps youth and their families build the skills they need to succeed.
Agency
New Directions Youth & Family Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with.
Benefits
New Directions takes pride in offering a competitive benefits package to support our employees:
Medical, dental, and life insurance
401k with up to 3% agency match
105 hours of paid time off in the first year, plus 13 agency holidays
Flexible 35-hour schedule
Opportunities for professional development and advancement
Join a company where over 30% of staff have been with us for 10+ years
Compensation
$53,147 – $57,133 per year, based on education and experience. Additional raises guaranteed.
Hours/Schedule
Full-Time, flexible 35-hour schedule.
Professional Development Opportunities
Licensed Behavioral Health Practitioners receive ongoing supervision and professional development through in-service trainings, clinical support, and opportunities to expand expertise in trauma-informed and evidence-based care.
Position Specific Duties/Responsibilities
Establish individualized client and family-centered treatment goals in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team
Complete comprehensive assessments, including risk, trauma, developmental, and mental health needs
Provide individual, family, group, and substance use counseling and treatment
Deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions to reduce problem behaviors and support pro-social growth
Provide psychoeducation and wellness education to clients and families
Integrate services with community resources and promote skill-building
Communicate and collaborate with families, case planners, and medical practitioners
Enhance compliance with behavioral expectations through structured interventions
Maintain all required documentation and comply with regulations and standards
Attend mandatory trainings, team meetings, and supervision
Perform other duties as assigned by the Clinical Director or Treatment Team Supervisor
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong clinical skills in assessment, counseling, and treatment planning
Knowledge of trauma-informed and evidence-based therapeutic interventions
Experience working with youth and families affected by behavioral health and/or substance use challenges
Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills
Ability to adapt to change, work independently, and collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team
Proficient in documentation and communication across multiple mediums
Qualifications
Required: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC or LMHC-P), Licensed Psychoanalyst, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW under LCSW/Psychologist supervision), or Psychiatrist
LMSW or LMHC candidates may be considered with the stipulation that licensure must be obtained within 90 days of appointment
Experience providing individual, family, and group psychotherapy to adolescents and families (preferred)
Experience working with individuals in acute crisis and/or with substance use disorders (preferred)
Compliance with all required background checks and mandated trainings, including:
NYS SCR, SOR, DCJS fingerprinting, SEL, and OMIG Medicaid Exclusion
Mandated reporter training
Valid driver’s license, adequate auto insurance, and compliance with agency driving policy
Ability to pass an annual physical per agency health policy (Category 2 classification)
Compliance with agency safety standards and healthy work environment practices
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable human service organization to apply.
Department: 29I Health Facility
Position Summary
The Licensed Behavioral Health Practitioner (LBHP) provides counseling and education to help youth and families develop the skills they need to meet their goals. In this role, you will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to establish individualized treatment plans, conduct comprehensive assessments, and provide therapy services in both clinical and community-based settings. You will play a vital role in improving behavioral expectations and fostering positive change through trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions. This position offers flexibility, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and families.
Department
New Directions Youth & Family Services’ 29I Health Facility provides comprehensive, integrated behavioral health services for children and adolescents. By offering assessments, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions, our team helps youth and their families build the skills they need to succeed.
Agency
New Directions Youth & Family Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with.
Benefits
New Directions takes pride in offering a competitive benefits package to support our employees:
Medical, dental, and life insurance
401k with up to 3% agency match
105 hours of paid time off in the first year, plus 13 agency holidays
Flexible 35-hour schedule
Opportunities for professional development and advancement
Join a company where over 30% of staff have been with us for 10+ years
Compensation
$53,147 – $57,133 per year, based on education and experience. Additional raises guaranteed.
Hours/Schedule
Full-Time, flexible 35-hour schedule.
Professional Development Opportunities
Licensed Behavioral Health Practitioners receive ongoing supervision and professional development through in-service trainings, clinical support, and opportunities to expand expertise in trauma-informed and evidence-based care.
Position Specific Duties/Responsibilities
Establish individualized client and family-centered treatment goals in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team
Complete comprehensive assessments, including risk, trauma, developmental, and mental health needs
Provide individual, family, group, and substance use counseling and treatment
Deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions to reduce problem behaviors and support pro-social growth
Provide psychoeducation and wellness education to clients and families
Integrate services with community resources and promote skill-building
Communicate and collaborate with families, case planners, and medical practitioners
Enhance compliance with behavioral expectations through structured interventions
Maintain all required documentation and comply with regulations and standards
Attend mandatory trainings, team meetings, and supervision
Perform other duties as assigned by the Clinical Director or Treatment Team Supervisor
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong clinical skills in assessment, counseling, and treatment planning
Knowledge of trauma-informed and evidence-based therapeutic interventions
Experience working with youth and families affected by behavioral health and/or substance use challenges
Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills
Ability to adapt to change, work independently, and collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team
Proficient in documentation and communication across multiple mediums
Qualifications
Required: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC or LMHC-P), Licensed Psychoanalyst, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW under LCSW/Psychologist supervision), or Psychiatrist
LMSW or LMHC candidates may be considered with the stipulation that licensure must be obtained within 90 days of appointment
Experience providing individual, family, and group psychotherapy to adolescents and families (preferred)
Experience working with individuals in acute crisis and/or with substance use disorders (preferred)
Compliance with all required background checks and mandated trainings, including:
NYS SCR, SOR, DCJS fingerprinting, SEL, and OMIG Medicaid Exclusion
Mandated reporter training
Valid driver’s license, adequate auto insurance, and compliance with agency driving policy
Ability to pass an annual physical per agency health policy (Category 2 classification)
Compliance with agency safety standards and healthy work environment practices
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable human service organization to apply.