Counselor for Children/Family Services (Southtowns/North Collins)

Counselor for Children/Family Services (Southtowns/North Collins) N ewly hired Counselors in certain clinics/programs will be eligible for up to $5,000 in a sign-on/retention bonus! Further details regarding eligibility & payments will be provided in the hiring process. Are you a committed, enthusiastic, caring, and licensed counselor ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others? We're inviting talented professionals like you submit an application to join our passionate team. At BestSelf Behavioral Health, our mission is to empower everyone to become their BestSelf and that absolutely includes our employees! We have a variety of schedules available. Part time includes any hours between 18-34 hours per week) & full time includes 35, 37.5, or 40 hours per week. Schedule may vary based on program but are typically Monday-Friday. Some programs may require evening and weekend availability (if that interests you, please let us know when we contact you!). Hybrid between in office and remote work may be an option for many of our programs. Have you heard aboutus? At BestSelf Behavioral Health, we're redefining the worldof mental health and wellness with our pioneering and comprehensive services.We're not just a mental health provider; we're mental health innovators. Webelieve in reimagining mental health and wellness solutions to provide the bestcare to our communities. Join us on a journey of personal and professionalgrowth, where your passion for making a difference can truly shine and yourexpertise will play a pivotal role in creating more innovative, evidence-basedstrategies for well-being. Approximately 1in 5 youth aged 13-18 experience severe mental disorders. We recognize howcrucial prioritizing mental health is, especially in youth & young adults. Throughour clinics and WNY school based services at BestSelf Behavioral Health, wesupport families, schools, and communities in creating environments &experiences that foster positive growth and development. Our innovativeprograms provide children & young adults (along with their families) the assistancethey need during this exciting yet challenging transition into adulthood. How will you inspireothers to become their BestSelf? A Counselor at BestSelf Behavioral Health works directlywith individuals facing various mental health, substance use, or co-occurringchallenges, employing evidence-based & trauma informed care practices. TheCounselor will provide individual and group therapy, support services forfamilies, and crisis counseling. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teamsto perform comprehensive assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning,discharges, and appropriate client referrals. Intimes of crisis, Counselors respond promptly and expertly, developing safetyplans to ensure clients' well-being. Counselors will also embrace a harmreduction model to promote healthier choices and behaviors, fostering recovery,and growth. A Counselor at BestSelf can expect a workday that is dynamic, inspiring,and extremely rewarding. Minimum Master's degree in Social Work, MentalHealth Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or CASAC-T/CASAC-P required. Professional licensure: LMSW, LMFT, MHC-P,CASAC, CRC, LMHC, LCSW preferred. Must have knowledge of a variety of commonintervention techniques, common mental health diagnoses, substance useinterventions and resources. Must be familiar with community resources to beable to appropriately link clients. Minimum proficiency with Windows based softwareapplications is required. Must have experience with Electronic MedicalRecords databases and basic computer skills. Must appreciate cultural diversity and be awareof cross cultural counseling issues. Valid Drivers License, vehicle in workingcondition (with valid inspection, registration, and insurance), ability totravel between sites, & Defensive Driving Course (only applicable for someof our community & mobile programs). Somethings you can look forward to: Welcoming, team environment, that inspires you to thriveand be your BestSelf! Generous paid time off Up to $5,000 sign on bonus* (further details regarding eligibility & payments will be provided in the hiring process) Opportunity to increase leadership development by coaching& developing interns Intern supervisors eligible for stipends at the conclusionof each semester Quarterly productivity bonus up to $6,220 per year (with apotential to go even higher) Community stipend per pay (applicable to our definedcommunity & mobile programs) Language stipend per pay (if fluent in another languagethat supports our clients) Shift stipend (applicable to our residential programs) Various student loan forgiveness programs Multiple and diverse health insurance options Many other unique lifestyle & personal insuranceoptions Professional license/certification renewal reimbursement Defensive driving course reimbursement (if required forposition) Career growth and advancement opportunities We look forward to telling you more! Locations: Southtowns Clinic, Hamburg NY Determined based oneducation, level of licensure/certification, and experience. Increases given whennew licensure obtained. UnlicensedCounselors: 35 hours per week: $43,500-$51,986.53 per year full time or $23.91-$28.57 perhour part time 37.5 hours per week: $46,607.14-$55,699.85 per year full time or $23.91-$28.57 perhour part time 40 hours per week: $49,714.28-$59,413.17 per year full time or $23.91-$28.57 perhour part time Licensed Counselors: 35 hours per week: $45,500-$57,961.99 per year full time or $25-$31.85 perhour part time 37.5 hours per week: $48,750-$62,102.13 per year full time or $25-$31.85 perhour part time 40 hours per week: $52,000-$66,242.27 per year full time or $25-$31.85 perhour part time BestSelf Behavioral Health considers all applicants for all positions without regard to race, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability , marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally-protected status. Please note, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The agency is unable to provide visa sponsorship or work authorization for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr BestSelf