Mental Health Counselor - General Pediatrics, Albany job opportunity at Albany Med Health System.



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Albany Med Health System Mental Health Counselor - General Pediatrics, Albany
Experience: 6-years
Pattern: full-time
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loacation 391 Myrtle Avenue Albany, NY 12208, United States Of America
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Department/Unit: Pediatrics General Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $71,612.39 - $110,999.20 This Behavioral Health Counselor will function as a mid-level provider in the HealthySteps role. This provider is responsible for mental health assessments and psychotherapy for an active caseload of children, adolescents and families with developmental, psychological and behavioral health concerns. Provider needs to possess knowledge of a variety of psychological theories and demonstrate skill with the provision of various treatment modalities Including Individual, group and family treatment. Position functions as an independent and self-directed practitioner, as well as an active member of the Interdisciplinary team, This provider demonstrates self-awareness regarding issues that arise in the treatment setting, identifies impediments to treatment progress and can address those issues to supervision, This clinician will be responsible for formal and informal teaching of Pediatric Residents and Psychology Interns as well as other staff. HealthySteps is an evidence-based, interdisciplinary pediatric primary care program that promotes the health, well-being and school readiness of babies and toddlers, with an emphasis on families living in low-income communities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Conduct and document behavioral health evaluations including developmental, academic, and mental health history of child or adolescent presenting for treatment. Provide urgent crisis intervention as needed and ongoing psychotherapy for children, adolescents and their families through Individual and group modalities using a wide range of psychological theories Function as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team assisting with the diagnosis and treatment of patients in the practice. Assist patients and their families with assistance In accessing necessary community resources and supports Interface with schools, other community agencies and services providers to insure appropriate behavioral health care is provided Responsible for timely completion of all annual mandatory educational requirements for this position Fulfill all requirements of the Competency Based Orientation and ongoing evaluation tools regarding the standard requirements for behavioral health staff Participate In other duties and job functions as assigned by Division or supervisor Qualifications Master's Degree in counseling, psychology or social work - required 4-6 years of conducting therapy with children, adolescents and families in a clinical setting - required Must have an education base in childhood development with understanding of complex developmental and behavioral concerns. Must be able to work with complex family systems to achieve desired therapeutic outcomes. Must be able to work collaboratively with a team of professionals to evaluate and treat children and adolescents. Must demonstrate professionalism in appearance and presentation, excellent written and oral communication skills, and complete work responsibilities in a timely manner. Use of the computer and other technical equipment is required to complete job expectations. LMHC-Licensed Mental Health Counselor Upon Hire - required Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Physical Demands Standing - Constantly Walking - Constantly Sitting - Rarely Lifting - Frequently Carrying - Frequently Pushing - Occasionally Pulling - Occasionally Climbing - Occasionally Balancing - Occasionally Stooping - Frequently Kneeling - Frequently Crouching - Frequently Crawling - Occasionally Reaching - Frequently Handling - Frequently Grasping - Frequently Feeling - Constantly Talking - Constantly Hearing - Constantly Repetitive Motions - Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly Working Conditions Extreme cold - Rarely Extreme heat - Rarely Humidity - Rarely Wet - Rarely Noise - Constantly Hazards - Frequently Temperature Change - Rarely Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely Vibration - Rarely Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification. Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!​ Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

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