Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) page is loaded## Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)locations: Rochester - NYtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R269478As 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):**220 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14620**Opening:**Work Shift:UR - Day (United States of America)Range:Compensation Range:$30.29 - $38.75*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. 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 requiredThe 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.Notice: If you are a **Current Employee,** please **log into myURHR** to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub. Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward.# **Learn. Discover. Heal. Create.**Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better.If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals.At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued. #J-18808-Ljbffr