University of Rochester
Location
Rochester, New York
Salary
$30 - $39 / HOUR
The primary clinician provides comprehensive mental health and/or dual diagnosis services, responsible for assessment, treatment planning, therapy/counseling, and education for patients and families. This includes performing complex psychosocial assessments, providing direct clinical services, and ensuring individualized treatment plans are developed and implemented.
A Master's degree from a CACREP accredited program in mental health counseling or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Applicants must obtain NYS licensure as a mental health practitioner upon hire, or have an active limited permit/submitted application and obtain full licensure within 36 months.
GENERAL PURPOSE: Provides comprehensive mental health and/or dual diagnosis services for individuals who have a diagnosable mental illness. Functions as the primary clinician and is responsible for assessment, treatment planning, therapy/counseling, and education services for patients and families. Systematically and continually assesses the patient's mental condition 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 - Master's degree from a Counsel for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education Programs (CACREP) accredited program with major course work in mental health counseling required - Or equivalent combination of education and experience KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - NYS licensure as a mental health practitioner (Mental Health Counselor) upon hire required - OR if licensure has not been obtained upon employment, an active limited permit or submitted application to the NYS Department of Education upon hire required and NYS licensure as a mental health practitioner within 36 months required The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s 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.
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Market context
In New York, Licensed Mental Health Counselor roles are typically in steady demand across outpatient, school-based, and community settings, especially where employers need clinicians who can start quickly and work toward state licensure. These positions are competitive because employers often look for CACREP-aligned training, New York licensure or a limited permit in progress, and readiness to manage documentation and caseload expectations. Review the licensure timeline carefully and confirm your graduate training matches the posting; this platform’s job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.