Job Description:
There are multiple opportunities for new LMSW’s who would like to begin their career in full-time private practice that offers ongoing evidence-based training, support and supervision. The practice does not accept in-network insurance but works with clients who have out-of-network benefits and with some sliding scale. Clients are matched to each clinician individually for fit so there is a bit of a build-up period to reach full-time schedule of 25 clients weekly.
Psychotherapist skills & requirements
- Graduation from an accredited Masters’ program for clinical mental health and passing of the licensing exam (awaiting licensure is required for interview)
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to ongoing self-care
- Entrepreneurial spirit
Key Goals and metrics used to measure success
- Client engagement and retention
- Monitoring of goal progress and appropriate termination with clients
Reporting and governance
- Based in NY, location of site is currently Bryant Park area of Manhattan
- Reporting to Site Supervisor & Clinical Director
- Employee of Resilience Psychotherapy, PC
Psychotherapist Responsibilities
- conduct a series of psychotherapy sessions with clients – normally lasting 45 minutes for individuals and an hour for couples – to assess need, build trust and explore issues
- encourage the client to talk about and explore their feelings, attitudes and behaviors
- run group sessions with people undergoing therapy in a clinical setting (if interested)
- help clients to develop strategies for coping with issues and for making positive changes to the way they think and behave
- evaluate therapy sessions and outcomes and write session progress notes and treatment plans
- undergo supervision with a qualified supervisor in order to reflect on sessions, and to raise personal issues and professional concerns arising from work
- keep abreast of developments in theory and research
- network within the health professional community and other potential business areas to maintain continuity of work and client base
To apply:
email resume and cover letter to contact@resiliencelab.us
