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SCSC Mental Health Provider $3,000 Sign-on Bonus!
Upstate Caring Partners
Utica, NY, USA
USD 55k-85k / year
Posted on May 9, 2026
Pay $55,000 - $85,000/annually $3,000 sign-on bonus!
Day & Evening/Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities available!
Who We're Looking For
We welcome applications from:
- Licensed clinicians: LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT
- License-eligible professionals working toward full licensure
- Experienced bachelor’s-level professionals with 5+ years in high-risk, crisis-oriented, and fast-paced mental health settings
About Us
At the Crisis Stabilization Center, we provide a safe, supportive space for individuals experiencing mental health crises. Our mission is to deliver compassionate care, short-term support, and prevent crises from escalating. As part of our team, you’ll play a vital role in helping people regain a sense of calm, control, and hope. If you're passionate about mental health and want to be part of a mission-driven organization that truly impacts lives, this is the place for you.
Position Summary
The Mental Health Professional (MHP) is responsible for promoting recovery and wellness, fostering participant engagement, and providing clinical and crisis support services tailored to individual needs. Our program offers a range of mental health, substance use, and related support services in a supportive community-based setting for children, families, and adults. The MHP is expected to maintain current knowledge and develop proficiency in program-recommended Evidence-Based Practices to ensure high-quality, person-centered care.
Clinical Provider Pathway
We offer a tiered professional development model for clinical providers based on education, experience, and licensure status. Each tier reflects a unique stage in a provider’s career journey and outlines opportunities for growth, supervision, and impact.
Tier I - Experienced Bachelor's Level Professionals
Ideal for individuals with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Behavioral Health, or a related field, and 5+ years of experience in high-risk, crisis-driven mental health environments.
Tier II - Unlicensed or Limited Permit Professionals
Designed for Master’s-level professionals in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related fields who are actively pursuing licensure or hold a limited permit.
Tier III - Entry-Level Licensed Professionals
For those with initial licensure (e.g., LMSW, LMHC without diagnostic privileges, LCAT, or equivalent) who are developing independent clinical practice in co-occurring disorder treatment.
Tier IV - Intermediate Licensed Professionals
Suited for professionals with advanced licensure (e.g., LCSW, LMHC-D, LMFT, LPC, or equivalent) and proven expertise in treating co-occurring disorders.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct clinical assessments, establish diagnoses, and develop treatment plans
- Provide individual and group therapy, crisis counseling, and safety planning
- Collaborate with consumers, families, and community partners to support recovery
- Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings and agency initiatives
- Ensure compliance with agency, state, and federal regulations
- Utilize evidence-based practices and contribute to quality improvement
- May serve as a NYS designee if licensed and eligible
Qualifications
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Social Work or a related field.
- Five or more years of experience in a high-risk, crisis-oriented, and fast paced mental health setting.
- Valid NYS Driver’s License and ability to travel
- Basic computer proficiency (Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel)
Benefits
Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.
- Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision
- Direct Deposit
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Retirement Plan 403(b)
- Life Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Service Awards
- Employee Appreciation Events
- Employee Discounts
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join us in creating a space where healing begins and hope is restored. Apply today to become a part of our compassionate and impactful team.
Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career. Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting. upstatecpjobs.org