Note: Although this position is based in Watkins Glen, the successful candidate must be mobile and willing to travel throughout the Finger Lakes Region to support program initiatives and provide on-site services as required
Job Summary:
Join our team at FLACRA as a COTI Clinician, where you'll play a vital role in providing clinical services to clients in line with our mission, vision, and values. This position is key to ensuring the delivery of high-quality, client-centered care within our innovative behavioral health programs.
Key Responsibilities:
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Conduct direct diagnostic evaluations to assess clients' primary and secondary diagnoses and determine appropriate treatment modalities.
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Provide therapeutic services, including individual, family, conjoint, and group therapy, tailored to the needs of identified clients.
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Manage client intakes and caseloads independently, utilizing self-initiated consultation when needed for diagnostic and treatment challenges.
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Participate actively in staff meetings, in-service training, and supervision sessions to ensure continuous professional development.
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Maintain strong relationships with community partners, referral sources, and service agencies to support client care and outreach.
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Deliver community presentations and participate in training programs as needed.
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Counsel clients to develop interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
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Respond effectively to crisis situations to ensure client safety and well-being.
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Ensure timely, accurate documentation in compliance with agency and OASAS standards.
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Foster a collaborative, flexible team environment, working closely with coworkers and supervisors.
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Support outreach efforts by coordinating client needs via the outreach board.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
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Bachelor's Degree in Health or Human Services
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Qualified Health Professional (CASAC, CASAC-T, or CASAC-P)
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3 years of administrative experience in a behavioral health setting
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Valid NYS Driver’s License
Preferred Qualifications:
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Master’s Degree or higher in Health or Human Services
Skills/Knowledge/Experience:
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, staff, and community partners
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Knowledge of local behavioral health systems and resources
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Excellent multi-tasking, problem-solving, and time management abilities
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Ability to remain calm under pressure, especially in crisis situations
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Familiarity with electronic records (E-record)
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Experience in providing crisis intervention and mobile services
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Comfort in delivering community-based and crisis services
