Part-Time Muslim-Affiriming Psychotherapist (teens and adults)

Location

Hybrid remote in Brooklyn, NY 11232

Working Time

Part-time

Level

Experienced

Overview

Refresh Psychotherapy is a Female Autistic-owned private practice in South Slope, Brooklyn. We are a culturally and clinically diverse psychotherapy practice serving New Yorkers. We provide both in-person and virtual care. We presently serve only adults but have decided to expand our work to providing care for teens. The vast majority of our clients use insurance to pay for their care, making mental health care accessible. We are looking for a passionate clinician who has a clear focus on niche clients they’d like to work with and will join the team with ideas and excitement on adding to the practice. A successful clinician in our practice is adept at diagnosis, has the ability to think creatively and critically, is focused on delivering quality treatment to our clients, and has the confidence needed to support the growth of the practice. For this position, we are specifically seeking a clinician interested in providing Muslim-affirming psychotherapy and helping us expand our ability to meet the needs of Muslim clients. We value clinicians whose work is informed by lived experience, meaningful connection to Muslim communities, clinical experience, advocacy, or other experiences that contribute to a nuanced understanding of the role that faith, culture, family, community, and identity may play in a client’s life. We are looking for someone who understands that there is no single Muslim experience and can provide affirming care across differences in religious observance, culture, race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, and family background.

Duties / Responsibilities

Minimum of 18 weekly sessions completed ranging from 53 and 60 minutes
Mandatory weekly 1:1 supervision and/or group supervision
Collects information about clients through interviews, observations, and assessments
Prepares and maintains treatment records and reports
Evaluates clients’ physical or mental conditions based on the review of client information
Develops and implements treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge
Actively participates in Refresh Psychotherapy’s social media outlets via posts, stories, and reels.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Pay:

- This is a W2 position that offers pay every other week via direct deposit.
- LCSW/LMHC/LMFT are paid $60 for intake evaluations and $50 for sessions and $30 for administrative time.
- Limited Permit clinicians and LMSW are paid $50 for intake evaluations, $40 for sessions and $30 for administrative time.

Pay rates are not negotiable. We believe in equal pay for equal work.

Benefits:

401(k)
Flexible schedule
Professional development assistance
Clinical Supervision counting towards New York State licensure requirements

Additional Requirements

Proof of both COVID vaccines and booster, vaccination for MMR, as well as receipt of this year’s flu shot

About you

This is not an entry-level or “learn as you go” position. Refresh Psychotherapy is seeking a clinician who is already experienced in providing culturally responsive, Muslim-affirming psychotherapy. This is not a position for clinicians who are looking to learn how to work with Muslim clients on the job. Applicants should already possess a strong understanding of the diversity within Muslim communities and be able to provide psychotherapy that thoughtfully integrates clients’ religious, cultural, familial, and community contexts from their first day of employment.

We are seeking clinicians whose understanding of Muslim clients is informed by lived experience, meaningful personal or community connection, and/or substantial clinical experience working with Muslim populations. Applicants should understand that Muslim identity and practice are not monolithic and should be comfortable working with clients across varying levels of religious observance, cultural backgrounds, racial and ethnic identities, family structures, gender identities, and sexual orientations.

Our approach does not pathologize religious belief or practice, nor does it assume that a client’s faith is either the source of their difficulties or something that should be separated from psychotherapy. We are seeking clinicians who can recognize when faith and religious practice are meaningful sources of identity, connection, resilience, conflict, or distress and explore these experiences according to the individual client’s values and goals.

While we value ongoing consultation and professional development, supervision is intended to deepen existing clinical and cultural competence—not provide foundational education about Islam, Muslim communities, or Muslim-affirming psychotherapy.

Education and Experience

Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, and Creative Arts Therapy is required.
LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT

To Apply:

Please include a resume and cover letter detailing the following to careers@refreshtherapynyc.com. Submissions without a cover letter highlighting questions below will not be considered:

Why are you interested in joining Refresh Psychotherapy?
What draws you to working with Muslim clients?
Describe your experience providing culturally responsive, Muslim-affirming psychotherapy.
How has your lived experience, clinical experience, advocacy, community involvement, or other meaningful connection to Muslim communities shaped your work as a therapist?
Describe a clinical case or population that best reflects the kind of work you hope to build your career around.
What unique strengths would you bring to Refresh Psychotherapy?

Additional Application Questions

Are you a new graduate or will you graduate soon? We are NOT hiring new graduates. Please do not submit an application.
Do you hold an LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT in New York?
Would you be able to hold 18–20 sessions (approximately 60 minutes each) weekly? If no, please do not submit your application.
Do you OWN a private practice in New York State? If yes, please do not apply.
This is not a position that will train clinicians in Muslim-affirming care. Do you already have the knowledge and experience necessary to provide culturally responsive, Muslim-affirming psychotherapy in practice?
Are you a New York State resident? You must reside and work in New York for this role.
Your application must include a cover letter addressing the points listed in this ad. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Generic cover letters that do not specifically address these points will not be accepted. Please promptly email your cover letter to careers@refreshtherapynyc.com.