Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

OASAS Therapist - $55-$65K 35H workweek with onsite, field, remote plus mileage reimbursementFull-Time | Hope For Youth

Hope For Youth is seeking a passionate and compassionate OASAS Therapist to provide substance use counseling and support services to children, adolescents, and families impacted by substance use. Join a collaborative team dedicated to helping young people and families build healthier futures through trauma-informed, evidence-based care.

What You'll Do mainly

• Provide individual, family, and group substance use counseling services.
• Deliver services in homes, schools, community settings, and office locations.
• Complete assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and required documentation.
• Utilize trauma-informed and evidence-based interventions.
• Collaborate with families, treatment teams, referral sources, schools, courts, and community providers.
• Participate in supervision, case reviews, trainings, and staff meetings.
• Assist with discharge planning and coordination of care.
• Provide transportation for clients when necessary.
• Maintain compliance with agency policies, professional standards, and OASAS requirements.

How You'll Spend Your Time mostly

• 70% Direct client care and transportation
• 20% Documentation, reporting, and case-related meetings
• 10% Supervision, training, and staff meetings

QualificationsRequired

• LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, Psy.D., or Ph.D.
• Limited Permit holders encouraged to apply (full licensure required by 2028)
• Valid NYS Driver's License in good standing
• Reliable personal vehicle for work-related travel (mileage reimbursement)
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and electronic health records

Preferred

• 1-2 years' experience working with children, adolescents, and families impacted by substance use
• Trauma-informed and evidence-based treatment experience
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb stairs, complete documentation, and drive regularly throughout the community to provide services and transport clients as needed.

Make a Difference

If you are committed to helping children and families overcome challenges and achieve lasting change, we encourage you to apply and join the Hope For Youth team.

Why Join Hope For Youth?

• Competitive salary
• Flexible scheduling
• Clinical supervision toward full licensure
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Meaningful work that makes a difference

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