Behavioral Health, Best Practices, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Clinical Study Publications, Clinical Support, Crisis Intervention, Customer Retention/Renewal, Developmental Disabilities, Documentation Standards, Follow Through, Medical Billing, Medical Office Administration, Psychotherapy, Risk Analysis, SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), Staff Training, Support Documentation, Team Player, Time Management, Training/Teaching
The Psychotherapist is a core clinical provider within EFMNY’s Westchester satellite clinic, delivering evidence-based psychotherapy to individuals with epilepsy, intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD/DD), and co-occurring behavioral health conditions.
This role operates within a collaborative model alongside Community Living Corporation (CLC), supporting individuals in IRA settings. The position utilizes a hybrid service model, providing virtual services (Article 31) and in-person care (Article 16) to ensure continuity, access, and coordinated care.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Services- Provide individual psychotherapy using evidence-based practices
- Conduct intakes, biopsychosocial assessments, and treatment planning
- Maintain caseload, ensuring engagement, follow-up, and continuity of care
- Ensure documentation supports medical necessity, billing, and compliance
- Co-Facilitate clinical groups (e.g., anger management, coping skills, social skills, psychoeducation)
Clinical Training & Support- Provide training to staff on:
- PHQ-9 administration and interpretation
- Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS)
- Best practices for biopsychosocial assessments
- Support consistent use of screening tools and clinical documentation standards
- Serve as a resource for assessment, risk identification, and intake processes
- Maintain a target caseload aligned with full-time productivity expectations, generally ranging between approximately 30–40 active clients, depending on service mix, scheduling needs, and program demands
Census Growth & Engagement- Support clinic growth through referral follow-up and intake engagement
- Re-engage inactive clients and promote retention
- Collaborate with administrative staff to ensure timely service initiation
Coordination & Client Oversight- Coordinate with residential (IRA) and day habilitation teams
- Provide oversight during transitional periods (post-day habilitation) as needed
- Collaborate with housing managers to support treatment adherence and attendance
Crisis & Interdisciplinary Care- Provide crisis intervention and stabilization support
- Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and contribute to Life Plans
- Support integration of clinical services within broader care coordination
Documentation & Compliance- Complete all documentation in TenEleven (10e11) EHR
- Maintain accurate, timely, and audit-ready records
- Adhere to OMH, OPWDD, DOH, and EFMNY standards
*This job description does not contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned. Failure to comply with job duties or responsibilities will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including suspension and/or termination.
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