Bilingual Mental Health Therapist

Description

EMMA L. BOWEN COMMUNITY SERVICE CENTER Also known as UPPER MANHATTAN MENTAL HEALTH CENTER, INC.

The Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center is seeking a Part Time Licensed Mental Health Therapist to join our team, to provide clinical services to children ages 0-8 and their families. The ideal candidate will have experience in Early Childhood Mental Health, possess strong clinical documentation skills, and demonstrate cultural sensitivity in a diverse environment.

For over 45 forty-five years, our organization has provided mental health and holistic services in northern Manhattan for families, children, adolescents, and other adults including the elderly in a supportive and caring environment. We also have an outpatient and residential substance abuse program as well as a Therapeutic Preschool for 3-5 year olds. 

Upper Manhattan Mental Health Center is a Certified National Health Service Corps (NHSC) site.

For additional information about our organization and programs, please visit us on our website at www.bowencsc.org.

Job Title:  Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Location; Early Childhood Services

Hours:  Flex hrs. between Mon-Fri 3:00pm - 6:00pm/ Part Time, 5-7 hrs./wk. 

•  Deliver therapeutic services (including play therapy) to young children, families, and groups in alignment with best practices and agency guidelines 
• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans 
• Complete documentation—including progress notes—within 24–48 hours 
• Ensure all clinical records comply with HIPAA and relevant state/federal regulations 
• Stay current with clinical best practices and continuing education requirements 
• Uphold ethical standards and maintain appropriate professional boundaries 
• Identify and connect clients to community resources and referral services as needed 

Requirements

• Fluent in Spanish and English (bilingual proficiency required) 
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills 
• Enthusiastic about working with children under 8 years old and their caregivers 
• Reliable, ethical, and team-oriented 
• Basic to moderate computer proficiency 
• Demonstrated ability to manage self-care and maintain professional composure 
• Experience with early childhood populations 
• Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field 
• Active New York State licensure: LMSW, LCSW, or LMHC