Licensed Psychotherapist

Adelphi is seeking a Licensed Psychotherapist to provide trauma-focused therapeutic and crisis intervention services at a facility in Westchester County, New York. The ideal candidate will deliver trauma-informed psychotherapy and crisis intervention to crime victims, and maintain accurate clinical documentation.

Job Quick Facts
• Reference #: BD-1528-03
• Profession: Licensed Psychotherapist
• Specialty: Trauma Therapy / Crisis Intervention / Victim Services
• Location: Westchester County, New York
• Service Setting: Victim Services Organization
• Job Type: Contract
• Coverage Type: Scheduled On-Site Services
• Schedule: 35 hours/week, Monday–Friday, on-site
• Start Date: TBC
• Compensation: $ 60/hr

Requirements
• Active and unrestricted New York license as a Licensed Psychotherapist (e.g., LMFT, Licensed Psychoanalyst, or other NY-recognized psychotherapy license)
• Master's or doctoral degree (as required by license type) from an accredited institution in marriage and family therapy, psychoanalysis, or related behavioral health field
• Minimum 5 years of experience counseling victims of crime
• Experience with child/elder abuse, sexual and physical assault, domestic violence, or families of homicide victims
• Demonstrable crisis intervention skills and exceptional interpersonal/relational skills
• Working knowledge of the criminal justice system and victim advocacy processes
• Ability to complete required background screening
• Ability to provide proof of licensure and required professional liability insurance
• Ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation

Responsibilities
• Provide in-person and telephone individual therapy and crisis intervention to crime victims
• Advocate on behalf of clients with outside agencies, including healthcare providers
• Advocate on behalf of clients throughout the criminal justice process
• Accompany clients to court proceedings when requested
• Research and provide referrals and resource information to clients
• Participate in internal staff meetings regarding individual client cases
• Maintain accurate records and compile statistical/narrative reports as required
• Provide services on-site, with offsite work only by prior approval
• Comply with all applicable laws, funding requirements, and professional standards