Licensed Mental Health Professional
Company: Horizon Health Services
Location: Buffalo
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Are you interested in working
for an innovative company who has been voted a Best Place to Work
in New York State for the last 17 years? Is it important to you to
have scheduling flexibility, student loan assistance, and generous
paid time off? If you answered yes to any of the questions above, a
role at Horizon Health Services might be the perfect fit for you!
Apply to be a Licensed Mental Health Professional today! What will
your day look like? At Horizon, you’ll enjoy a supportive,
team-based work environment. Have a question? There’s always
someone there to help! We offer a seamless onboarding experience
that’ll ensure your success in your new role. As a Licensed Mental
Health Professional at Horizon, you will… Attend trainings via our
new state-of-the-art learning management system where you will gain
the necessary knowledge to be a successful counselor Conduct
clinical intake screenings to assess behavioral health needs and
determine appropriate referrals at various courts in the 8th
district. Provide clinical recommendations and connect individuals
to mental health and substance use treatment services, including
SPOA, FACT, and SOS teams. Follow up with patients and providers to
ensure engagement and address barriers to treatment. Maintain a
comprehensive guide of local behavioral health and social service
resources. Facilitate communication between providers, courts, and
state agencies. Educate participants on court processes and
terminology. Assist with access to basic needs such as shelter,
food, and social services benefits. Maintain accurate documentation
and enter data into the OMH Diversion Center Navigator system.
Coordinate with OMH to address system challenges and develop
innovative solutions. Why choose Horizon to build your counseling
career? As a counselor, we want you to feel challenged, supported,
and fulfilled in your work! The work we do is not easy, but it is
rewarding. We pride ourselves on our unique corporate culture of
caring and respect, while also being progressive and highly
spirited! What we offer that you will love: Evidence-based clinical
programming designed by leaders in the behavioral health field
Horizon offers clinicians a Behavioral Health AI-powered platform
to assist with note documentation requirements. This assists with
reducing administrative burden and enhancing quality
documentation/clinical outcomes. State-of-the-art onboarding
program, complete with your own clinical attending Hundreds of
clinical and nonclinical trainings available at our own Horizon
University, 100% free! Reimbursement of expenses for licensure,
certification, and renewal Career growth opportunities, including
the flexibility to work in both mental health and addiction
services Student loan assistance. This program helps pay off our
team members' student loans every month. One year after joining you
will have been able to pay off an extra $600! Quarterly bonuses
with an annual earning potential of eight thousand dollars! Horizon
employees and their families (includes spouses and children up to
age 30) are eligible for a 10% discount on their tuition through a
partnership with Capella University. Paid time off and paid
holidays! What makes you a great candidate? We can’t wait to learn
more about you! Here are a few specifics of what you’ll need for
the job: Licensure : Must be licensed and currently registered by
New York State as one of the following: Licensed Master Social
Worker (LMSW) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Licensed
Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Experience : Minimum of one year of
professional work experience in mental health, criminal justice,
substance use, or related human services required. Strong knowledge
of local behavioral health and criminal justice systems preferred.
Background in case management and care coordination is a plus.
Hours: Full-time, Monday – Friday from 9:00am – 5:00pm. Schedule
may vary depending on court appearances. Location: Regular travel
between various court locations and Horizon facilities, with a
designated home base at 77 Broadway St, Buffalo NY 14203.
Compensation: Horizon is consistently evaluating our compensation
and benefit packages to ensure we remain competitive. The range of
pay for this position is $52,883-$65,000. Starting pay may be
impacted based on experience and education. Compensation
adjustments are evaluated annually. *Please note: this position is
grant-funded* This position entails eligibility for a sign-on bonus
of up to $2,500 for your commitment to work within our Navigator
Grant for at least one year. A change in scheduled hours or
location of employment may impact eligibility of bonus. Physical
demands associated with this position include: Sitting for extended
periods, alternating between standing and sitting Mobility required
with repetitive wrist, hand, and finger movements Handling light
duties, occasionally lifting objects up to 20 pounds Horizon DEIB
Statement: Horizon is committed to fostering a respectful,
inclusive environment where dignity, safety, and opportunity are
core values. We uphold principles that support autonomy and
authenticity, creating a culture of accountability and
collaboration that prioritizes well-being, drives innovation, and
expands opportunities for our employees, patients, and communities.
Disclaimers: Horizon endorses public health measures including
vaccinations. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the fact
that Horizon is a healthcare agency providing in person services
throughout our community. This information is intended to provide a
general overview of the position; it is not a full job
description.
Keywords: Horizon Health Services, West Seneca , Licensed Mental Health Professional, Healthcare , Buffalo, New York
