Mental Health Clinician - Mental Health Services

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT COMMONPOINT

At Commonpoint, community is at the heart of everything we do. With more than 90 program sites and flagship locations in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica, we proudly serve over 125,000 individuals each year. From early childhood to older adulthood, we support people from all walks of life on their journeys from crisis to stability and empowerment. Our wide range of programs, spanning social services, education, and recreation, reflects our mission to build a more connected, inclusive, and thriving community for all.

ABOUT THE ROLE

To continue advancing the impact we have across the communities we serve, Commonpoint is hiring a CAPE MH Clinician situated within the Mental Health Department . The MH Department plays a vital role in supporting the older adult community’s mental wellness by providing outpatient mental health services to clients ages 50+. The individual hired as CAPE MH Clinician will provide individual, collateral and group mental health services through a variety of clinical interventions. This role reports directly to a Senior Director within the Division.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide mental health assessment and diagnosis.
• Individual, group, couples, and family therapy (in-person & telehealth).
• Timely documentation of servies within the Electronic Health Record.
• Participation in staff meetings, presenting assessments and communicating with multi-disciplinary team members.
• Participation in regular clinical supervision.
• Participate in community engagement.
• Work two evenings per week.
• Work in-person at our Little Nect, Queens office with up to two remote days weekly.

Performance & Organizational Excellence:

• Participate in the agency's performance management process by establishing annual goals, completing mid-year and end-of-year evaluations, and engaging in ongoing performance discussions with supervisors.
• Complete documentation, data entry, and required reports accurately and on time in accordance with agency standards, funder requirements, and established deadlines, including updates to agency systems, dashboards, and tracking tools.
• Complete required annual professional development activities to maintain and strengthen clinical knowledge, professional skills, and overall job performance.
• Use program and service data to improve performance by participating in data review and discussion during supervision, department meetings, reporting activities, and other quality improvement efforts, including surveys and feedback activities, as applicable.

QUALIFICATIONS & KEY ATTRIBUTES:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) required.
• Strong proficiency in Google Suite and data management systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience in Outpatient Mental Health Clinic.
• Bilingual skills are welcomed.
• Previous experience in a Commonpoint role is a plus.

KEY ATTRIBUTES FOR COORDINATOR ROLE:

• Organized and detail-oriented with strong multitasking abilities.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Proficiency with databases and Google software.
• Ability to work collaboratively in team settings.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Commonpoint offers competitive base salaries benchmarked against comparable nonprofit organizations in the New York metropolitan area. Salaries are determined based on internal and external equity, as well as each position’s scope, qualifications, and organizational impact. We believe in compensating staff fairly and consistently, ensuring that all salary decisions align with our mission-driven commitment to equity and transparency.

To maintain fairness across the organization, salary offers are set according to established salary bands and are not subject to negotiation. New hires typically start near the beginning of the salary range to allow for growth based on performance, professional development, and tenure.

Our total rewards package reflects our dedication to employee well-being, growth, and recognition. Current benefits include:

• Tiered health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Pension plan and 403(b) retirement savings opportunities.
• Generous paid time off and family-supportive policies.
• Professional development and education support to foster career growth.
• Recognition and appreciation programs for exemplary performance.
• Employee discounts on programs and services.
• Access to free amenities, including private seasonal pool clubs and fitness facilities at select locations.
• Long-service severance upon retirement.