Mental Health Clinic

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Mission Statement


Our goal is to assist individuals with mental health issues become more functional in emotional, cognitive, social, vocational, educational and/or self-care areas.

Vision


Preserve the dignity of all people.

Ensure that quality of care is improved in all areas including mental health promotion, prevention, treatment and rehabilitation.

About Our Staff


The Staff of the Cortland County Mental Health Clinic consists of experienced Psychiatrists, Psychologists and Social Workers.

Mental Health Clinic Licenses


Licensed by the New York State Office of Mental Health to Provide
  • Psychiatric Evaluation and Treatment
  • Psychological Services
  • Psychopharmacology
  • Psychosocial Evaluation and Treatment
  • Psychotherapy for All Ages
  • Clinical Therapeutic Services

Fees


All fees for services are based upon the individual's ability to pay. The Mental Health Clinic also accepts Medicaid, Medicare and most other forms of insurance.

Specialized Treatment Groups


  • Adult and Adolescent Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Men and Women Who Have Been Domestically Violent (NAP)
  • Insomnia
  • TEESO Treatment Program

Additional Services


  • Family Support Services
  • Horizon House Continuing Day Treatment Program
  • Prevention Services for Youth
  • Single Point of Access

Wanted: 

Immediate Opening: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner-Full Time Competitive Class

SALARY: $105,000/Yr. (off-scale)

This is a competitive class position and a $15.00 exam fee is required with the application.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either

A) Graduation from a medical school approved by the University of the State of New York, completion of an approved internship, three (3) years of a approved resident training in psychiatry and/or neurology and possession of a license to practice medicine issues by the State of New York; OR

B) Possession of a license and current registration to practice medicine in New York State and five (5) years experience as a licensed physician: OR

C) Possession of a current license and registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State and possession of a current New York State certification as a Nurse Practitioner with a specialty in psychiatry.

Pre-employment drug screening and/or physical required.

APPROVED APPLICATIONS WILL BE FORWARD TO THE MENTAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED. 

Submit Civil Service Applications to:

Cortland County Personnel/CS

60 Central Ave.,

Cortland, NY 13045-2746

607-753-5076