Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) – Bilingual Spanish
Queens , New York•Part-time
$37.82 - $39.65 hourly
$37.82 - $39.65 hourly
About the Job
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) – Bilingual Spanish – Queens, NY
Location: Queens, NY
Employment Type: Part-time
Pay: $37.82 – $39.65/hour
Schedule: Part-time; flexible hours and days
Employment Type: Part-time
Pay: $37.82 – $39.65/hour
Schedule: Part-time; flexible hours and days
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) to join our team at a multi-specialty practice in Queens, NY. In this role, you'll provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health counseling to patients in a collaborative care setting.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
- Competitive pay of $37.82–$39.65/hour.
- Benefits available (negotiable, depending on eligibility).
- Part-time with flexible hours and days.
- A collaborative, supportive multi-specialty practice environment.
- Meaningful work improving patient outcomes by 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.
- Active New York State license as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).
- New graduates are welcome to apply.
- Bilingual in Spanish (required).
- Proficient in conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, applying evidence-based modalities (CBT, DBT, MI, etc.), and maintaining electronic health records.
- Strong active listening and empathy, excellent verbal and written communication, cultural competence, patience, a nonjudgmental attitude, and the ability to collaborate with other 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 per 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, and licensure renewal obligations.
- Maintain strict patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and New York State regulations.