Licensed Mental Health/Substance Use Disorder Clinician- Street Outreach Program

Helio Health is on a mission to treat and promote recovery from the effects of substance use, mental health disorders, and other behavioral healthcare issues. To support the mission of Helio Health we are seeking a dedicated and passionate Licensed Mental Health /Substance Use Disorder Clinician to work on a Full-Time basis working in the community and out of Helio Health's Rochester Outpatient Program. The Street Outreach program focuses on providing evidence-based harm reduction interventions while connecting with people with substance use disorders, not currently engaged in care and at highest risk of near-term death of overdose. As part of the multi-disciplinary team, the Licensed Mental Health/Substance Use Disorder Clinician will engage Monroe County community members with SUD in understanding the types of treatment available to them in the community, provide an assessment and complete a referral to the most appropriate level of care. The Clinician will also engage family/social support in understanding treatment options and how to access those options as well as education on harm reduction practices.

The schedule will be Monday- Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.

Pay Rate: $23.00- $26.00 per hour.

In addition to Helio Health's comprehensive benefits package, Full-Time Licensed Counselors/Therapists are eligible for a Sign-On Incentive between $3,000-$8,000 depending on licensure!

Maintain a case load.
• Perform essential counseling/therapist responsibilities including screening, intake and orientation, evaluation and intervention, treatment planning, referrals, crisis intervention, counseling, patient education, case management, reporting and record keeping.
• Assist with the training of staff, volunteers and student interns as assigned.
• Exhibit exemplary knowledge of the biopsychosocial process of substance use disorders/recovery, behavioral health, self-help group processes, and principles of counseling.
• Relate effectively with staff, patients, and professional community while upholding appropriate standards of confidentiality.

• Must hold a valid professional License (including but not limited to LMSW, LCSW, LMHC) or Credential (including but not limited to CASAC, CPP, CPS etc.)
  • Limited Permit (LP) Licenses are acceptable
• Master's Degree preferred, bachelor's degree required.
• Experience conducting evaluations and assessments.
• Two years employment experience in the Human Services field.
• An equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the educational requirements.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications.
• We strongly encourage bilingual candidates who are fluent in both Spanish and English to apply. Your language skills will be a valuable asset in serving our diverse community and enhancing our team's capabilities.

Our Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package Includes:

• Health insurance including dental and vision for employees and families.
• Paid Vacation and Sick leave - No Waiting Period for accruals.
• Paid holidays, including a floating birthday holiday.
• 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match.
• Company paid short-term disability insurance.
• Company sponsored life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Helio Health provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), parental status, religion, national origin, citizenship, status as a victim of domestic violence, age, military or veteran status, handicap or disability, family medical history or predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, marital status, family status, political affiliation, felony conviction record, status as a victim of a crime, or status as an employee who has complained about discrimination, filed a charge of discrimination, or participated in an employment discrimination investigation or lawsuit, or any other categories, status or activity protected by federal, state or local law.

Salary and hourly compensation ranges are provided in accordance with NYS law and are based on Helio Health's good faith belief of what is accurate at the time of posting. Salary and hourly compensation offers are based on candidate's education level and experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager and program.