Fee for Service Therapist

Who is Bridging Access to Care, Inc.: Bridging Access to Care, Inc. (BAC) is a nonprofit, multi-service, community-based behavioral health care 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 prioritizing 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 Fee-for-Service Therapist provides high-quality psychotherapeutic and supportive mental health services to children, adolescents, adults, and/or families within an Article 31 OMH–licensed outpatient clinic. This role integrates trauma-informed, person-centered, and culturally responsive principles into all aspects of clinical care, with a strong emphasis on safety, empowerment, collaboration, and cultural humility. This position is ideal for compassionate and skilled clinicians who are passionate about fostering healing, resilience, and emotional well-being in individuals and families impacted by trauma, adversity, and systemic challenges. The therapist is expected to deliver evidence-informed, ethical, and high-quality clinical care while contributing to a supportive and mission-driven treatment environment. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Services Provide trauma-informed individual therapy on a weekly or bi-weekly basis to a diverse caseload, including individuals, families, couples, and/or groups experiencing mental health challenges, substance use, homelessness, and other psychosocial stressors. Support clients with medication adherence Provide intervention and conflict resolution to clients in crisis. Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and safety planning in compliance with OMH and agency standards. Collaborate with clients to develop individualized treatment plans that reflect their strengths, goals, and lived experiences. Maintain updates and revise treatment plans related to client needs Care Coordination & Team Collaboration Participate in weekly interdisciplinary team meetings and initiate coordination of care as needed. Engage in individual and/or group supervision, team meetings, and required training to support professional development and quality of care. Documentation & Compliance Maintain accurate, timely, and clinically appropriate documentation in accordance with OMH, Medicaid, and agency requirements (within 24 hours of service) Complete collaborative and concurrent documentation, including session notes and contact notes. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Master’s in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling or related field. Active LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, LCAT licensure Minimum of two years’ experience in an Article 31/MHOTRS clinic, with at least one-year direct experience working as a clinician/therapist Minimum of three years’ experience working with underserved populations; at leasttwo years post-graduate experience working with populations that have a history of substance use, D.V. issues, criminal justice, mental illness, chronic homelessness, and/or HIV/AIDS. Experience with and strong knowledge of trauma-informed care and service delivery that is person-centered, culturally responsive, and uses a strength-based approach Strong individual and group counseling skills, with at least two years of demonstrated experience with evidence-based practices, including Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, and related modalities. Proficiency in risk assessments for homicidal and suicidal ideation with strong crisis-management skills to provide intervention and conflict resolution Education, training or experience in substance abuse and its treatment is preferred as is familiarity with psychotropic medications and the ability to provide psychoeducation Clinical internship experience serving similar populations may be counted toward postgraduate experience if appropriately documented. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adhere to deadlines. Minimum Intermediate computer literacy is required for electronic health records and Virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, MS Teams, Doxy.me) LICENSURE: Current NYS LMSW/LCSW/LMHC/LCAT/LMFT CERTIFICATION: SIFI or CASAC is a plus