Mental Health Therapist

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

500125 Psychiatry SMH Child/Adoles

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URCE 211

Compensation Range:

$63,003.00 - $80,600.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

GENERAL PURPOSE
Provides comprehensive mental health and/or dual diagnosis services for individuals who have a diagnosable mental illness. The therapist functions as the primary clinician and is responsible for assessment, treatment planning, and therapy/counseling, for patients and families. Systematically and continually assesses the patients mental health concerns and strengths in collaboration with the patient and family.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs complex psychosocial assessments and diagnostic formulations for patients and their families when indicated.
• Provides direct clinical services to assigned patients, including evaluation, individual, family and/or group therapy and crisis intervention.
• Ensures the development and implementation of comprehensive and individualized treatment plans for patients with clearly defined therapeutic goals.
• Conducts evidence-informed treatment with patients and families.
• Participates collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team to provide coordinated care.
• Documents treatment in patients electronic medical record in compliance with Program, Department and Hospital regulations.
• Meets minimum target for clinical productivity set by service director.
• Collaborates with referral sources and other professionals, both internal and external, throughout patient care activities.
• Mobilizes family and natural support networks when clinically indicated.
• Assesses successful completion of therapeutic goals and plans termination of therapy accordingly.
• Coordinates with Physicians to ensure continuity of care.
• Establishes and regularly maintains cooperative working relationships with community and health care agencies, as well as professional and administrative staff of the Medical Center and University.
• Coordinates with support staff regarding patient scheduling, fees, and insurance issues.
• Maintains professional CEU requirements by reading, attending seminars, workshops and conferences.

Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Masters degree from a Counsel for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education Programs (CACREP) accredited program with major course work in mental health counseling REQUIRED.
• Experience providing clinical services to children and families REQUIRED

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES & SKILLS

• Knowledge, skills and abilities to provide mental health services to children and families REQUIRED

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Requires NYS licensure as a mental health practitioner (e.g., Mental Health Counselor, Creative Arts Therapist) or limited permit eligible.
• If licensure has not been obtained upon employment, the individual has 36 months to obtain the NYS license.

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the Universitys Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.