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COTI Clinician

Watkins Glen, NY (Onsite) Full-Time

$22.00 - $24.00/Hour

Job Details

COTI Clinician

Center of Treatment Innovation (COTI)

Note:Although this position is based in Watkins Glen, the successful candidate must be mobile and willing to travel throughout the Finger Lakes Region to support program initiatives and provide on-site services as required

Job Summary:

Join our team at FLACRA as a COTI Clinician, where you'll play a vital role in providing clinical services to clients in line with our mission, vision, and values. This position is key to ensuring the delivery of high-quality, client-centered care within our innovative behavioral health programs.

Required Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's Degree in Health or Human Services

+ Qualified Health Professional (CASAC, CASAC-T, or CASAC-P)

+ 3 years of administrative experience in a behavioral health setting

+ Valid NYS Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Master’s Degree or higher in Health or Human Services

Job Requirements:

Key Responsibilities:

+ Conduct direct diagnostic evaluations to assess clients' primary and secondary diagnoses and determine appropriate treatment modalities.

+ Provide therapeutic services, including individual, family, conjoint, and group therapy, tailored to the needs of identified clients.

+ Manage client intakes and caseloads independently, utilizing self-initiated consultation when needed for diagnostic and treatment challenges.

+ Participate actively in staff meetings, in-service training, and supervision sessions to ensure continuous professional development.

+ Maintain strong relationships with community partners, referral sources, and service agencies to support client care and outreach.

+ Deliver community presentations and participate in training programs as needed.

+ Counsel clients to develop interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

+ Respond effectively to crisis situations to ensure client safety and well-being.

+ Ensure timely, accurate documentation in compliance with agency and OASAS standards.

+ Foster a collaborative, flexible team environment, working closely with coworkers and supervisors.

+ Support outreach efforts by coordinating client needs via the outreach board.

+ Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills/Knowledge/Experience:

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills

+ Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, staff, and community partners

+ Knowledge of local behavioral health systems and resources

+ Excellent multi-tasking, problem-solving, and time management abilities

+ Ability to remain calm under pressure, especially in crisis situations

+ Familiarity with electronic records (E-record)

+ Experience in providing crisis intervention and mobile services

+ Comfort in delivering community-based and crisis services

About Us:

Finger Lakes Area Counseling and Recovery Agency (FLACRA) is a well-established, growing, not-for-profit provider of behavioral health and substance abuse treatment services in the Finger Lakes Region. Our innovative programs include outpatient services, residential care, crisis centers, vocational services, housing support, and youth programs. We are committed to supporting the professional development of our staff and fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.

At FLACRA, we are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join our dedicated team of professionals working to support recovery and mental health in our community.

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Salary Details

This salary was provided in the Job Posting.

$22-$24

Hourly Salary

Job Snapshot

Employee Type Full-Time

Location Watkins Glen, NY (Onsite)

Job Type Health Care, Nonprofit - Social Services

Experience 3 years

Date Posted 05/27/2025