Bilingual Mental Health Counselor Multilingual Counseling Group Astoria, NY Job Details Full-time From $70,000 a year 12 hours ago Benefits Paid sick time Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Mandarin LMHC Spanish Multilingual Professional ethics Client rapport building Care documentation Clinical assessment documentation Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds Working with individuals with mental health conditions Risk assessment Mandated reporting laws Clinical confidentiality policies Clinical documentation standards Cultural diversity counseling Full Job Description Bilingual Mental Health Counselor About Us Multilingual Counseling Group is a mental health practice committed to expanding access to culturally and linguistically responsive care. Our work centers on three areas: providing culturally and linguistically responsive mental health services, advancing understanding of underrepresented communities through clinical work and research, and building a sustainable practice where multilingual clinicians can grow long-term careers. We prioritize clinical quality, cultural humility, and a sustainable workplace. Position Overview Multilingual Counseling Group is seeking a full-time Bilingual Mental Health Counselor to provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy to clients across diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. This role is designed for a New York-licensed clinician who values depth-oriented clinical work, ethical practice, a supportive and collaborative work environment, and contributing to a growing multilingual private practice. Responsibilities Provide mental health services within scope of practice Conduct intake assessments, diagnostic evaluations (if applicable), and treatment planning Provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy Deliver services in English and Mandarin or Spanish Maintain a consistent full-time caseload and schedule Complete clinical documentation accurately and on time Collect and record clinical data as required by the practice Participate in required consultation, supervision, and team meetings Follow all practice policies regarding confidentiality, risk assessment, mandated reporting, telehealth, and ethics Collaborate with administrative and billing staff to support coordinated care Provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and linguistically appropriate care Maintain a hybrid schedule including in-person and telehealth sessions Requirements Current New York State LMHC license and registration in good standing Authorization to provide mental health counseling in New York Diagnostic privilege preferred, or active eligibility and progress toward obtaining it if required Professional fluency in Mandarin or Spanish (required) Experience providing psychotherapy to adults, couples, families, or groups Strong clinical judgment, documentation skills, and ethical practice standards Familiarity with risk assessment, mandated reporting, confidentiality, and professional boundaries Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary practice environment Ability to meet hybrid scheduling requirements, including: Two evening availability blocks per week (until 7:45 PM) At least two in-person days per week Strong communication skills and ability to build rapport across diverse populations Commitment to ongoing professional development and culturally responsive care Preferred Qualifications Experience working with immigrant, multilingual, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, trauma-impacted, or underserved communities Experience in private practice, group practice, or outpatient behavioral health settings Training in CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, family systems, or other evidence-based modalities Experience providing couples, family, or group therapy Interest in clinical development, training, or program-building within a growing practice Compensation Estimated full-time annual compensation range: $70,000-$100,000 Compensation is based on clinical experience, caseload, productivity, and approved nonclinical responsibilities. We are transparent about earnings expectations and will review projected income based on your anticipated schedule during the interview process. Benefits Paid sick leave in accordance with New York State law Floating holiday for eligible full-time clinicians Paid time for required supervision, training, and team meetings Administrative and billing support Structured clinical consultation and team-based support Practice Environment Mission-driven multilingual clinical setting Hybrid schedule with in-person clinical engagement Supportive consultation and collaborative team culture Opportunity for long-term growth in clinical leadership, training, and program development as the practice expands Schedule and Work Location This is a full-time position with a consistent weekly schedule.

Work Location:

32-72

Steinway Street, Astoria, NY Work Arrangement:

Hybrid (in-person and telehealth required) Equal Opportunity Statement Multilingual Counseling Group values cultural humility, language access, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from clinicians with diverse cultural, racial, linguistic, immigration, and professional backgrounds.

Pay:

From $70,000.00 per year

Language:

Mandarin (Preferred) Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

LMHC (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Astoria, NY 11103