Primary Therapist

Outpatient Mental Health - RMHC

Full time

REQ_241288

STATUS: Full Time

LOCATION: RMHC

DEPARTMENT: Outpatient Mental Health

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday; 8:30am-5:00pm (4 days per week and 1 evening per week 10:30am-7:00pm)

SUMMARY

As a Licensed Primary Therapist, you are an important resource and trusted confidant for each patient, providing treatment while allowing the patient the highest quality of life.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Masters Degree in Human Services field required.

• Two years of mental health experience preferred.

New Graduates:

• Official transcript from accredited school or letter emailed directly from the school’s registrar’s office confirming program completion will be accepted upon graduation.

• Primary source education verification required within 90 days of start date.

Required Licensure / Certification: • LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, LCAT, LMFT or permit holder in one of these professions required. Limited permit or license required within 1 year of hire.

ATTRIBUTES

• Compassionate, warm and patient focused

• Strong analytical and critical thinking ability

• Ability to multitask, plan and balance multiple responsibilities

• Two (2) years of relevant experience preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assessment. Interview and observe patients to form assessment; document findings

• Relationship Development. Establish a therapeutic alliance with each patient; collaborate with patient and other resources to review objectives and outcomes of care; focus on the patient’s needs and provide a structured process for patient to reach objectives

• Treatment Plan Development. Formulate a comprehensive treatment plan that integrates initial assessment; coordinate care with primary medical providers; continually evaluate and revise treatment plan based on most current assessment

• Caseload Management. Maintain a dynamic caseload and ensure quality care throughout each case

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

S - Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$63,000.00 - $80,000.00

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14621

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.