--- title: Behavioral Health Associate at VNS Health description: VNS Health is hiring for the Behavioral Health Associate role in New York, NY. Pays $25.46–$31.86 per hour. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/behaivoral-health-associate-at-vns-health-01a0f2f3-906d-7ffc-909e-a3690c6082eb date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join VNS Health as Behavioral Health Associate in New York, NY. Pays $25.46–$31.86 per hour. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/9lddt4.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [VNS Health](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/vns-health?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | New York, NY | | **Salary** | $25.46/hr - $31.86/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Sep 30, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** VNS Health sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 9 H-1B petitions (FY2026 Q1 – FY2026 Q4). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for VNS Health. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $47,000 – $68,000 a year (median $60,000). ## Description **Overview** Behavioral Health Associates assist social services teams to provide supportive counseling, advocacy, and education to help patients and their families navigate mental illness, access community resources, and manage symptoms to help them remain safely in the community. This is a junior position that provides direct care as part of a team. Join us in building on our 130-year history and become a part of the Future of Care that is strengthening communities with high quality, integrated behavioral health programs. VNS Health Behavioral Health team members provide vital client-centered behavioral health care to New Yorkers most in need, across all stages of life and mental well-being. We deliver care wherever our clients are, including outpatient clinics, clients’ homes, and the community. Our short- and long-term service models include acute, transitional, and intensive care management programs that impact the most vulnerable populations, from children, to adolescents, to aging adults. As part of our fast-growing Behavioral Health team, you’ll have an opportunity to develop and advance your skills, whether you’re early in your career or an experienced professional. **What We Provide**  - Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays – confirm days off based on employee type- see reference guide - Health insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability - Employer-matched retirement saving funds - Personal and financial wellness programs - Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care - Generous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees - Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement - Internal mobility, CEU credits, and advancement opportunities - Interdisciplinary network of colleagues through the VNS Health Social Services Community of Professionals **What You Will Do** - Assists with the development of the social work assessment of patients/families - Assists in the development of a social work treatment plan and goals with emphasis on symptom management and psychiatric rehabilitation - Provides ongoing social work services and/or collaborates and refers to appropriate agencies - Provides advocacy and assistance in obtaining entitlements and community services to patients, families and other caregivers - Assists clients with understanding their mental illness by providing psycho education and assistance with symptom management - Assists staff, patients, families and other caregivers to understand third party reimbursement, entitlements and community resources - Initiates and maintains written and verbal communications according to VNS Health policy - Performs established workflow procedures - Maintains productivity sufficient to meet VNS Health goals - Acts as liaison with other community agencies - Participates in related VNS Home Care activities, e.g., utilization review, staff meetings, education programs, etc. - Assumes responsibility for continued professional growth **About the Program** ## Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Care Management The SUD Care Management program provides short-term care management, treatment linkage, and support services for adults and adolescents living with substance use disorders. The program focuses on engaging individuals with frequent emergency department and inpatient utilization, helping them access treatment, recovery resources, and ongoing support. **Why Join This Program:** Play a key role in connecting individuals to recovery services and reducing barriers to treatment. **Qualifications** **Education:** Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or a related human services field required **Work Experience:** Minimum one year of social work experience in a mental health or social service setting required **Pay Range** USD $25.46 - USD $31.86 /Hr. **About Us** VNS Health has been committed to meeting the needs of New Yorkers for over 130 years. 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