Mental Health Therapist

Mental Health Therapist

Samaritan Daytop Village is a leading human services organization in New York State serving over 38,000 New Yorkers annually across more than 60 locations through Transitional Housing, Community Based Services, and Residential and Outpatient programs. This position is part of the Outpatient Division, which operates a diverse network of outpatient clinics, crisis stabilization and helpline centers, specialized educational programs, and community health centers, all delivering evidence-based treatment and care for individuals facing substance use and mental health challenges.

The Mental Health Therapist conducts bio-psychosocial assessments, leads individual, family, and group therapy sessions, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to design effective treatment plans. This role provides essential mental health and substance use support, monitors client progress, and addresses client well-being in a supportive clinical setting.

Responsibilities

Assesses, screens, and case-conferences incoming clients to determine targeted needs and establish individualized care plans

• Conducts mental status examinations and bio-psychosocial assessments
• Facilitates individual, family, and group counseling addressing mental health, substance use, and social drivers of health
• Tracks client treatment progress and monitors ongoing mental status
• Provides crisis intervention services when required
• Collaborates with the multidisciplinary care team to deliver effective treatment strategies
• Evaluates and connects clients with essential community resources
• Partners with clients and families to refine treatment goals over time
• Completes accurate clinical documentation efficiently

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or Mental Health Counseling (MHC) with an active NYSED license (LMSW, LMHC, LMFT, LCAT) or a Limited Permit requiring licensure within one year of hire

• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in substance use or mental health treatment
• Strong foundational knowledge of substance use disorders and mental health principles
• Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems
• Experience working directly with individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
• High emotional intelligence and empathy to build trust and navigate crisis situations effectively
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for working within multidisciplinary teams
• Unwavering commitment to client confidentiality and professional ethics

Additional Information

This is a full-time exempt role with a salary of $60,000-$65,000 with a full benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 25 days of paid time off, access to a retirement account with an employer to match and tuition reimbursement.

This role is located in Blauvelt, NY and has a schedule of Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.