The Child Center of NY
Psychotherapist (OLP) – Fee‑for‑Service
Join The Child Center of NY as a Psychotherapist (OLP). The Center strengthens children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives. Founded in 1953, it has become a powerful community presence throughout the city, operating 50 locations and 100 programs in NYC’s most under‑served communities. Our 1,000+ results‑oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40,000 children and their families each year.
Why this role matters As a Psychotherapist (OLP), you’ll help children and families get support early—before behavioral health challenges grow more serious. Your work will provide compassionate, in‑home and community‑based care to guide children toward stability, growth, and long‑term success.
Responsibilities
Partner with children, teens, and their families at home and in the community
Conduct initial and ongoing assessments
Create personalized service plans with active family involvement to guide care and ensure meaningful progress
Provide short‑term counseling to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning
Deliver in‑person and phone‑based crisis intervention when a child is experiencing any psychiatric, behavioral or situational distress
Keep accurate, up‑to‑date documentation to support effective care and collaboration
Qualifications
NYS LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, or LMFT (required)
Flexibility to conduct home visits (evenings or weekends preferred)
Strong communication, assessment, and time‑management skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR) preferred
Bilingual a plus: Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali, or others
Benefits
Competitive pay – potential to earn up to $93.11 per service hour and $173.90 per assessment
Fee‑for‑service, field‑based role offering variety and flexibility; we operate every day of the week to build a schedule that works best for you and the families you serve
Make a real difference in children’s lives every day
Reimbursement for transportation costs (in‑person home visits required)
Supportive, mission‑driven team culture in diverse, dynamic communities
The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V
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Why this role matters As a Psychotherapist (OLP), you’ll help children and families get support early—before behavioral health challenges grow more serious. Your work will provide compassionate, in‑home and community‑based care to guide children toward stability, growth, and long‑term success.
Responsibilities
Partner with children, teens, and their families at home and in the community
Conduct initial and ongoing assessments
Create personalized service plans with active family involvement to guide care and ensure meaningful progress
Provide short‑term counseling to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning
Deliver in‑person and phone‑based crisis intervention when a child is experiencing any psychiatric, behavioral or situational distress
Keep accurate, up‑to‑date documentation to support effective care and collaboration
Qualifications
NYS LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, or LMFT (required)
Flexibility to conduct home visits (evenings or weekends preferred)
Strong communication, assessment, and time‑management skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR) preferred
Bilingual a plus: Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali, or others
Benefits
Competitive pay – potential to earn up to $93.11 per service hour and $173.90 per assessment
Fee‑for‑service, field‑based role offering variety and flexibility; we operate every day of the week to build a schedule that works best for you and the families you serve
Make a real difference in children’s lives every day
Reimbursement for transportation costs (in‑person home visits required)
Supportive, mission‑driven team culture in diverse, dynamic communities
The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V
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