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Liberty Resources/Liberty POST
Community Based Therapist
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$36,117 / year median in New York
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Community-Based Therapist $6,000 Sign-On Bonus $75,000 Annual Salary Join Liberty Resources Integrated Health Care and make a lasting impact in the lives of children, youth, and families. Liberty Resources Integrated Health Care is seeking a compassionate, licensed Community-Based Therapist to join our expanding Youth Assertive Community Treatment (Youth ACT) team. This is an exciting opportunity to provide intensive, community-based behavioral health services while working alongside a collaborative multidisciplinary team dedicated to helping youth with Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) thrive in their homes, schools, and communities. At Liberty Resources, our employees are driven by a passion for improving lives. We foster a culture of collaboration, professional growth, inclusion, and respect while delivering high-quality, integrated behavioral health services throughout the communities we serve. Why Join Liberty Resources? $6,000 Sign-On Bonus Competitive Annual Salary - $75,000 Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Continuing Education & Professional Development Opportunities Supportive Leadership & Collaborative Team Environment Family-Friendly Workplace Meaningful Work That Makes a Difference Every Day Position Summary The Community-Based Therapist provides intensive, evidence-based behavioral health treatment and care coordination for youth experiencing Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) and complex behavioral health needs. As a member of the Youth ACT multidisciplinary team, you will deliver services in homes, schools, and community settings using trauma-informed, family-driven, and youth-guided practices that promote recovery, stability, and long-term success. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans. Provide evidence-based individual, family, and group therapy in home, school, and community settings. Deliver crisis intervention, risk assessments, safety planning, and ongoing clinical support. Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, care managers, schools, healthcare providers, and community agencies to coordinate services. Promote youth engagement, family participation, skill development, and successful community integration. Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and shared caseload management. Complete timely, accurate clinical documentation in compliance with OMH, Medicaid, HIPAA, and agency standards. Participate in required trainings, supervision, quality improvement initiatives, and fidelity monitoring. Participate in rotating after-hours on-call coverage as required. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Required Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field. Current New York State license including one of the following: