Who is Bridging Access to Care, Inc.: Bridging Access To Care, Inc. (BAC) is a nonprofit, multi-service, community-based behavioral healthcare organization committed to building healthy communities, one person at a time.

In 2012, Brooklyn Aids Task Force changed its name to BAC and successfully made the transition from an AIDS-centered organization to a multi-service community-based healthcare organization. Brooklyn Aids Task Force was the very first HIV/AIDS organization in Brooklyn to prioritize serving persons living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) since 1986. Today, BAC provides mental health and substance use-related social services, comprehensive HIV/AIDS care, and coordinated health care and supportive services to under-served racial and ethnic minority communities in Brooklyn and other parts of New York City.

Bridging Access to Care, Inc. offers a competitive salary package, including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development.

JOB SUMMARY: The Mental Health Therapist provides trauma-informed, client-centered care to a diverse population within an OMH-licensed clinic. This role involves delivering individual and group therapy, conducting assessments, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and maintaining comprehensive documentation in compliance with clinic and regulatory standards. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• MINIMUM: Masters in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling
• Direct experience working in a mental health article 31 preferred
• MINIMUM: Two (2) years of experience working with individuals with a history of substance use, D.V issues, Criminal Justice, mental illness, chronic homelessness, and/or HIV/AIDS. Education, training or experience in substance abuse and its treatment.
• Experience working in an article 31 clinic (preferred)

LICENSURE: LMSW, LMHC, LCAT, LCSW

CERTIFICATION: SIFI or CASAC is a plus

DUTIES AND RESPONISBILITES:

Clinical Assessment and Support:

• Provide weekly or bi-weekly trauma-informed individual therapy for a diverse caseload, including individuals experiencing mental health disorders, substance use, homelessness, and other psychosocial challenges.
• Conduct comprehensive intakes, assessments, and screening tools to evaluate client needs.
• Develop and update client-centered treatment plans every 90 days.
• Administer evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Seeking Safety, and Motivational Interviewing.
• Conduct mental health assessments and participate in the development of integrated treatment plans.
• Provide group therapy sessions as appropriate based on program needs.

Care Collaboration and Advocacy:

• Participate in weekly interdisciplinary team meetings, contributing to care planning and service coordination.
• Initiate and support coordination of care with internal and external providers.
• Support clients in medication adherence, providing psychoeducation related to psychotropic medications as needed.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including session and contact notes, in accordance with OMH and agency policies.
• Utilize collaborative and concurrent documentation practices during client sessions.
• Ensure documentation aligns with regulatory standards and is completed within required timelines.
• Manage a caseload of a minimum of 50 participants, providing consistent support, documentation, and coordination of services to meet program goals.

Additional Duties

• Stay informed of current best practices in mental health treatment.
• Attend trainings, supervision, and professional development activities as required.
• Other duties as assigned to meet department operational goals.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITES:

• MINIMUM: 1–2 years of experience in a clinical mental health setting preferred.
• Experience with trauma-informed care and evidence-based practices strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with OMH documentation standards and electronic health records (EHR).
• Ability to work with diverse populations and maintain a client-centered approach.
• Crisis Management skills for client in crisis to porvide intervention and conflict resolution, with the ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey complex information clearly and sensitively to diverse
• Ability to support a client with a trauma-informed approach, fostering a safe and empowering environment.
• Strong understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and needs of individuals living with dual diagnosis including those from marginalized communities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• This role one of the following licensures: LMSW/LMHC/LCAT/LCSW. Please provide tour licensure name and licensure number

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Individual / group counseling: 2 years (Required)
• Clinical counseling: 2 years (Required)
• Clinical documentation: 1 year (Required)
• Motivational interviewing: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person