Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to provide comprehensive mental health services. The Counselor provides inclusive counseling services to individuals with disabilities across the lifespan and their families. This role utilizes talk therapy alongside creative and mindfulness-based modalities to meet diverse needs and co-occurring conditions.
Education and Experience
1. Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
2. Must hold current and valid New York State licensure (e.g., LMHC, LMSW, or LCSW).
3. Minimum of one year experience providing counseling or therapy services.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1. Strong commitment to the independent living philosophy, Person Centered Planning, consumer choice and integration of people with disabilities into all aspects of community life.
2. Familiarity with a broad range of disabilities, including intellectual/developmental disabilities, mental health diagnoses, and physical or sensory impairments.
3. Ability to effectively interact and work with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
4. Proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Power Point).
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including documentation and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
6. Experience facilitating group sessions or family support work
7. Certification or training in creative therapeutic techniques (e.g. expressive arts therapy, play therapy, CBT skills, mindfulness practices).
8. Strong foundation in person-centered, trauma-informed, and strength-based approaches.
11. Valid driver’s license, access to a reliable and insured vehicle- Must be able to travel throughout covered territories in Upstate NY as needed- Broome, Tioga, Chenango counties.
Essential Job Functions
1. Provide counseling to consumers with all types of disabilities, and all ages, and/or their families (including any combination of co-occurring conditions).
2. Ability to use talk therapy in combination with creative modalities such as art, play, music, or mindfulness.
3. Comply with all STIC policies and procedures, as well as NYS Education Law Article 154 Social Work requirements and the Social Workers Code of Ethics.
4. Offer guidance and/or resources to staff working with consumers related to mental health conditions and/or challenging situations.
5. Maintain program service records, documentation, and reports within established timeframes.
6. Demonstrate professional work habits including dependability, time management, independence, and responsibility.
7. Maintain and professional responsibilities and boundaries.
Join our team dedicated to transforming lives through compassionate mental health care by applying your expertise in clinical social work or professional counseling today!
Southern Tier Independence Center, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
