Licensed Mental Health Counselor / Bilingual Spanish

Job Description

Job Description

Licensed Mental Health Counselor / Bilingual Spanish – Queens, NY

Location: Queens, NY
Employment Type: Part-time
Rate: $37.82 – $39.65/hour

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Licensed Mental Health Counselor / Bilingual Spanish to join our team at a multi-specialty practice located in Queens, New York. This role focuses on providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health counseling services to patients in a collaborative setting.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Competitive hourly rate of $37.82–$39.65.
• Comprehensive benefits, competitive and negotiable (depending on eligibility).
• Part-time position with flexible hours and days.
• Valuable experience in a collaborative, supportive multi-specialty practice environment.
• Mission-driven work providing accessible mental health support to the Queens community.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field from an accredited program.
• New York State license as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).
• New graduates are welcome to apply.
• Must be bilingual in Spanish.
• Proficient in conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, using evidence-based therapeutic modalities (CBT, DBT, MI, etc.), and maintaining electronic health records.
• Strong active listening and empathy, excellent verbal and written communication skills, cultural competence, patience, a nonjudgmental attitude, and the ability to collaborate effectively with other healthcare providers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments, including clinical interviews, psychosocial histories, and mental status examinations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs, diagnoses, and goals.
• Provide individual, family, and/or group therapy using evidence-based modalities appropriate for the patient population.
• Diagnose mental health disorders according to DSM-5 criteria and coordinate care with psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, primary care physicians, and other providers.
• Educate patients and families about mental health conditions, coping strategies, treatment options, and community resources.
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely clinical documentation in electronic health records in compliance with regulatory and ethical standards.
• Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and provide crisis intervention when appropriate.
• Participate in case consultations, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Stay current with best practices, continuing education requirements, and licensure renewal obligations.
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and New York State regulations.