Full Time Clinician Needed

Job description

WELCOME TO CMH COUNSELING — WHERE COMPASSION MEETS COMMUNITY
Imagine working in a beautiful, historic building filled with light, calm energy, and the occasional friendly wag from our beloved staff dog who loves to spread joy around the office. At CMH Counseling, we’ve been serving Buffalo since 1922 by promoting emotional well-being through compassionate, client-centered counseling.

At CMH, we believe counseling is about more than just appointments; it’s about building real connections in a supportive and flexible environment that values your clinical independence and personal well-being.

CMH Counseling promotes emotional well-being through professional counseling and treatment in an environment distinguished by compassion and hope.

We offer a collegial, low-turnover team culture where therapists enjoy clinical independence, a casual work environment, and a focus on client care—not excessive paperwork.

ABOUT THE ROLE:
We are seeking a Full-Time Clinician (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT) to provide counseling to adults and couples using various treatment modalities. EMDR certification is preferred but not required. Candidates who are already credentialed with major insurers are strongly preferred so they can be billable from day one.

This position offers a steady caseload, flexible scheduling, and the ability to work in a hybrid telehealth/in-office model.

Location: Hybrid – Buffalo, NY area (Beautiful historic building on West Utica Street)
Employment Type: Full-Time (35–40 hrs/wk)
Reports To: Executive Director

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide individual and couples therapy with a focus on anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, and LGBTQ-affirming care (including HRT letters).
• Apply trauma-informed approaches; EMDR certification a plus.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in AdvancedMD EHR.
• Adhere to CEU and New York State licensure requirements.
• Collaborate with partner NPs/psychiatrists for medication management as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
• Active New York State license (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT)
• Already paneled with major insurers strongly preferred.
• Minimum 2 years post-master’s clinical experience preferred.
• Comfortable with both telehealth and in-person sessions.



COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
• $55,000.00
• Competitive salary with great benefits package.
• 4 weeks paid vacation plus holidays and personal leave.
• Health insurance and retirement plan.
• Flexible scheduling and hybrid work model.

WHY JOIN US:
• Flexibility: Make your own schedule with a hybrid model of in-person and telehealth sessions—work where and when it suits you.
• Supportive Team: Join a collegial, mission-driven team that values low turnover, clinical autonomy, and professional growth.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 4 weeks paid vacation plus holidays and personal leave—because you deserve it.
• Beautiful Workspace: Work in our welcoming historic West Utica location, a calming environment that inspires healing (and lots of dog love!).
• Immediate Caseload: Be billable on day one—our efficient credentialing process means no waiting around.

If you or someone you know is ready to thrive in a warm, flexible, and client-centered environment, please spread the word!

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• • Flexibility: Make your own schedule with a hybrid model of in-person and telehealth sessions—work where and when it suits you.
• • Supportive Team: Join a collegial, mission-driven team that values low turnover, clinical autonomy, and professional growth.
• • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 4 weeks paid vacation plus holidays and personal leave—because you deserve it.