Psychotherapist

The Psychotherapist is a core clinical provider within the EFMNY Clinic, delivering high-quality, evidence-based psychotherapy to individuals and families impacted by epilepsy and related neurological and psychosocial conditions. This role extends beyond direct care to include active participation in clinic growth through outreach, intake coordination, referral engagement, and client retention.

The ideal candidate is clinically strong, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment while maintaining compliance with OMH, OPWDD Article 16, Article 31, and EFMNY standards.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Services

• Provide individual psychotherapy using evidence-based approaches tailored to clients with epilepsy and co-occurring conditions
• Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and deliver ongoing therapeutic interventions
• Maintain a caseload of approximately 40 active clients, ensuring continuity of care
• Participate in weekly supervision and case conferences, including case presentations
• Facilitate a minimum of two (2) clinical groups per year, including at least one billable group

Census Growth & Outreach

• Support clinic census through:
  • Outreach initiatives
  • Referral follow-up and intake engagement
  • Re-engagement of inactive clients
• Promote client retention, attendance, and continuity of care
• Collaborate with administrative staff to ensure timely service initiation

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete all clinical documentation in TenEleven (10e11) EHR accurately and on time
• Ensure documentation meets billing, medical necessity, and audit standards
• Maintain internal trackers and reporting requirements
• Adhere to OMH, OPWDD, DOH, and EFMNY compliance standards
• Complete all required trainings within designated timeframes

Collaboration & Operations

• Work closely with the Clinic Director, Medical Director, and interdisciplinary team
• Participate actively in team meetings and clinic initiatives
• Support efficient scheduling, workflow management, and service delivery improvements
• Coordinate with administrative staff to ensure seamless care and follow-up