Mental Health Professional - Roseland HTC

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Under supervision, the Mental Health Professional (MHP) is responsible for planning and delivering mental health support services for individuals dealing with mental illness or emotional disturbances. This includes facilitating treatment plans, case management, outreach, and advocacy to improve physical, emotional, and social functioning. The MHP also ensures linkage to resources, promotes recovery-oriented services, and helps clients build the skills necessary for community living.

JOB DUTIES

• Conduct needs assessments and crisis intervention services (e.g., IM+CANS, LOCUS).
• Plan and implement individual and group therapeutic activities.
• Serve as a client’s primary case manager when assigned.
• Develop treatment plans under licensed staff guidance.
• Link clients to housing and community resources.
• Maintain thorough and accurate documentation in compliance with HIPAA and agency policies.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and staff conferences.
• Coordinate with external service providers to ensure care continuity.
• Advocate for client inclusion in employment, education, and housing services.
• Perform transportation of clients as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned including light janitorial and reception work when needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

OR minimum of 5 years of experience working in mental health as a behavioral or social adjustment specialist.

Knowledge of :

Skills and Abilities :

Licenses / Requirements :

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

This job description is to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the duties as described. This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned as deemed appropriate commensurate to the position. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and Friend Health - HRDI reserves the right to change this job description and / or assign tasks deemed as needed.

WORKING & PHYSICAL CONDITIONS

Standard office environment : some offsite work required.

Moderate physical activity with occasional lifting of 15–25 pounds.

Minimal exposure to physical risk.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Salary : $45,000

Comprehensive Benefits Package, including :

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Occupational Risk for Exposure to TB :

There is an occupational risk for exposure to TB, as this position involves extensive community and patient contact. Employees in this role are required to comply with annual TB testing as part of workplace health and safety protocols. The only acceptable exceptions to this requirement are documented medical contraindications or religious objections. Employees who decline TB testing will be required to wear a mask when deemed necessary.

Friend Health – HRDI is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, marital or parental status, sexual orientation including gender identity, gender expression, military discharge status, physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. In addition, Friend Health – HRDI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws (including during the application or hiring process). Friend Health - HRDI supports the Pay Transparency Law as an equal opportunity employer.

Join Our Team

Be part of a mission-driven team working to transform mental health services in underserved communities through collaboration, compassion, and innovation. At HRDI, you’ll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing your career in a supportive and inclusive environment.