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Job Location (Full Address):

919 Westfall Rd, Bldg C Ste 220, Brighton, New York, United States of America, 14618

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

500128 Psychiatry SMH Ambulatory Svcs

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

The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Rochester invites applications for a full time therapist position to join the Collaborative Care & Wellness Division and Department of Neurology. We are focused on expanding behavioral health supports for patients with neurological, neuropsychiatric, and somatic (i.e., functional neurological disorder) conditions. A key goal is having a therapist interested in supporting neurology patients with mental health support in a manner that is consistent with the biopsychosocial model. The mental health therapist will collaborate with psychiatrist, neurologists, surgeons, advanced practice providers, social workers, and others. The therapist provides short-term mental health services for individuals who have a diagnosable psychiatric condition, and functions as a specialized clinician responsible for assessment, consultation, treatment planning, and therapy/counseling. A successful candidate has expertise in evidence-based treatments, is interested in working with neurological and neuropsychiatric conditions, and is skilled at functioning within an interdisciplinary team. We are seeking a qualified master’s level candidate (LCSW or LCSW-R, LMFT, LMSW or LMHC) with strong clinical and diagnostic skills to join our vibrant team. Previous experience in trauma-informed care, emotionally focused therapies, functional neurological disorders, and integrated settings a plus.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

+ Under general direction and with considerable latitude for independent judgment performs complex psychosocial assessments and diagnostic formulations for patients when indicated.

+ 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 with families as necessary.

+ Provides direct **individual therapy** to assigned patients.

+ Meets minimum target for clinical productivity set by service director.

+ Conducts evidence-informed treatment with patients, and with families as necessary.

+ Provides direct clinical **evaluation** services to assigned patients.

+ Meets minimum target for clinical productivity set by service director.

+ Conducts evidence-informed treatment with patients, and with families as necessary.

+ Provides direct **family therapy** to assigned patients, including evaluation, individual, family therapy and crisis intervention.

+ Meets minimum target for clinical productivity set by service director.

+ Conducts evidence-informed treatment with patients, and with families as necessary.

+ Provides direct **crisis intervention** to assigned patients.

+ Meets minimum target for clinical productivity set by service director.

+ Assesses successful completion of therapeutic goals and plans termination of therapy accordingly.

+ Participates collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team to provide coordinated care.

+ Collaborates with referral sources and other professionals both internal and external throughout patient care activities.

+ Coordinates with support staff regarding patient scheduling, fees, and insurance issues.

+ Documents treatment in patient's electronic medical record in compliance with Program, Department and Hospital regulations.

+ Attends new staff orientation as required by the Division, Department, URMC and discipline.

+ Participates in all required Departmental and programmatic diversity trainings and professional development.

+ Maintains a thorough knowledge of, and follows, all Discipline, Collaborative Care Division, and Department of Psychiatry Mental Health and Wellness Services policies and procedures, as well as those delineated by OMH.

+ Maintains professional standards and continuing education by reading, attending seminars, workshops and conferences, and staying up to date for the NYS requirements for maintenance of licensure as appropriate.

+ Engages in annual and periodic performance review process with Program Director, supervisor, and clinical chief, where relevant, for the purposes of recognition of strengths and contributions, feedback, and continuous quality improvement relative to performance in the role as well as the Service needs.

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

+ Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

+ Knowledge about and ability to implement evidence-informed psychotherapeutic interventions; Required

+ Commitment to and routine demonstration of biopsychosocial approach to care of individuals and families; Required

+ Dedication to delivering a team-based integrated model of care Required

+ Demonstrates cultural humility and anti-racism values and works toward ensuring all patients feel welcome. Required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

+ NYS licensure as a mental health practitioner (e.g., Mental Health Counselor, Creative Arts Therapist) 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

+ NYS licensure as a mental health practitioner (e.g., Mental Health Counselor, Creative Arts Therapist) within 36 months required.

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