Mental Health Counselor

Position Summary As a Mental Health Counselor at Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc., you’ll provide outpatient clinical services in an Article 31 setting, supporting individuals navigating mental health and co-occurring challenges. This role combines meaningful, relationship‑based clinical work with a strong interdisciplinary team environment. You’ll play a key role in helping patients access care, build stability, and move forward in their recovery using trauma‑informed, person‑centered approaches. What You’ll Do Conduct comprehensive psychosocial and diagnostic assessments, including risk evaluations Develop and implement individualized, recovery‑oriented treatment plans Provide individual therapy using evidence‑based approaches such as CBT, DBT, and trauma‑informed care Deliver crisis intervention and coordinate with higher levels of care when needed Collaborate with medical providers, care teams, and community partners to support whole‑person care Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and clinical supervision Connect patients to community resources including housing, substance use treatment, and social services Maintain timely and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with OMH and Article 31 standards Meet productivity expectations while maintaining quality, patient‑centered care What We’re Looking For - Qualifications LMHC, LMSW, or LCSW (NYS permit holders encouraged to apply) 3+ years of clinical experience preferred Experience with trauma‑informed care; EMDR experience is a plus Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills Comfort working in a fast‑paced, team‑based environment Schedule & Physical Requirements Combination of sitting, standing, and movement throughout the day Some evening or weekend availability may be required Compensation $52,000–$58,000 annually #J-18808-Ljbffr Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc.