Job Description

Position: Bilingual Mental Health Clinician

Location: Bronx, NY

Schedule: Full-Time (40 hrs/week, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM) or Part-Time (Flexible)

Start: Immediate Openings Available

Make a real impact in the lives of older New Yorkers. We are seeking a licensed clinician to join an innovative behavioral health initiative co-located in Bronx senior centers, bringing high-quality, evidence-based mental health care directly to where it's needed most.

This role is part of the Thrive NYC initiative , in partnership with the NYC Department for the Aging (DFTA). This program meets older adults where they are, offering accessible therapy services in familiar community settings.

What You’ll Do:

• Use outreach and engagement strategies to connect older adults to mental health services
• Provide individual and group therapy using evidence-based practices
• Conduct mental health screenings and develop treatment plans for older adult clients
• Deliver psychiatric social services including family therapy, psychoeducation, and case coordination
• Participate in interdisciplinary team conferences , program planning, and case reviews
• Complete documentation and case records using electronic health record systems (Netsmart EHR, STARS, Excel)
• Represent the program at DFTA and community events
• Maintain ongoing relationships with community resources and partner agencies

Why Join This Team:

• Meaningful, hands-on work that makes a visible impact in the community
• Strong team culture with clinical oversight and ongoing support
• Eligible for the National Health Service Corps – includes student loan repayment for full-time clinicians
• Comprehensive benefits package (for full-time):
• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Pension and 403(b) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible spending & pre-tax transit benefits
• Equipment provided (laptop, work tools)
• Four team members already placed on this team have all been promoted or gone permanent!

Qualifications:

Must Have:

• NYS license (or candidacy) as LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, LMFT, LCAT , or Clinical Psychologist
• Fluent in both English and Spanish (read, write, speak)
• Strong clinical documentation and record-keeping skills
• Ability to travel locally within the Bronx using public transportation
• Passion for working with geriatric and underserved populations

Nice to Have:

• Experience in geriatrics, behavioral health, or community-based settings
• Familiarity with EHR systems like Netsmart

Soft Skills:

• Patient, empathetic, and collaborative
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Cultural competence and appreciation for diversity

Additional Info:

• Schedule: Full-time preferred (40 hrs/week, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM), but part-time candidates also welcome
• Dress Code: Business casual
• Interview Process: Responsive team with follow-ups within 24–48 hours

Be part of a program that’s transforming access to mental health care for older adults—while advancing your own professional growth. Apply now to join a team where your work truly matters.

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