Licensed Social Worker (LMSW/LCSW)/ Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Job at Lodestar Children's Services, New York, NY

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  • Lodestar Children's Services
  • New York, NY

Job Description

DO YOU WANT TO MAKE A MEANINGFUL IMPACT?

At Lodestar Children's Services, we believe that therapy is most powerful when it meets young people in their real world — not just in an office. Our clinicians provide in-home and community-based psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and young adults up to age 21, helping them navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral challenges, and relationship difficulties.

Our services focus on prevention and treatment, reducing barriers to care and fostering real-world skill development where youth live, learn, and grow. If you're a clinician who wants your work to feel meaningful — not just clinical — this is the role for you.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
We are seeking compassionate and motivated per diem therapists to join our growing mental health team. This role is ideal for licensed clinicians or clinicians working under limited permits who are looking for flexible scheduling while providing high-quality, client-centered care.

Qualifications:

Applicants must hold a Master’s or Doctoral degree and one of the following credentials:

  • Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Master Social Worker Limited Permit (MSW-LP)
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or MHC Limited Permit (MHC-LP)
  • Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT)
  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Additional requirements:

  • Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle (for Long Island placements)
  • Successful completion of State Child Abuse Registry clearance, fingerprinting, criminal background checks, and other required screenings.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

  • Provide weekly 60-minute individual psychotherapy sessions to youth and young adults in home and community settings
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
  • Support clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral concerns, and social-emotional challenges
  • Collaborate with families, schools, and community supports to ensure coordinated, holistic care
  • Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation — completed remotely
  • Participate in individual or group supervision and ongoing professional development

SCHEDULE & CASELOAD

  • Minimum caseload: 4 clients per week (~4 hours of direct service), plus additional time for developing individualized treatment plans and weekly progress notes. All sessions are required to be in person.
  • Supervision is a required component of the position; however, scheduling remains flexible to accommodate staff availability and client scheduling needs.
  • Notes, treatment plans and supervision are all completed remotely
  • Sessions primarily scheduled after school: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM weekdays
  • Flexible scheduling — great for clinicians who are also in school or working other positions
  • Weekend availability is optional, not required
  • Morning/daytime slots (Mon–Fri) are generally not available

COMPENSATION:

Licensed Clinicians:

  • $80.00 per service hour
  • $120.00 per assessment (including report)

Limited Permit Clinicians:

  • $65.00 per service hour
  • $105.00 per assessment (including report)
  • Pay increases upon successful licensure

WHERE YOU'LL WORK:

  • Client sessions take place in homes and community settings across Long Island, Queens, and Brooklyn
  • All documentation and supervision are completed remotely — no office commute
  • Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle preferred for Long Island placements
  • We work to match clinicians with clients in their preferred region — assignments may vary based on client availability

WHY LODESTAR?

  • Meaningful clinical work — you'll see the real-world impact of your sessions
  • Flexible per diem schedule that fits around your life
  • Individual and group supervision — counts toward licensure hours for limited permit clinicians
  • Ongoing professional development in community-based, trauma-informed care
  • A collaborative, mission-driven team that supports your growth
  • Opportunity to build your caseload at your own pace

HOW TO APPLY

Submit your resume and optional cover letter to:

Danielle Weill, Program Director

Dweill@lodestarcs.org

Lodestar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify participant .

LEARN MORE:

To learn more about Lodestar please visit us at our website:

Pay: From $80.00 per hour

Work Location: On the road

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Daily paid, Part time, Work at office, Remote work, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Day shift, Weekday work

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