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Job Location (Full Address):

2613 W Henrietta Rd, Suite A, Brighton, New York, United States of America, 14623

Opening:

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

Compensation Range:

$30.33 - $85,176.00

Responsibilities:

We are seeking Mental Health Counselors and Licensed Mental Health Counselors to join our growing team of Mental Health Therapists practicing in the division of Community Psychiatry. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families while working alongside a highly collaborative team of psychiatrists, social workers, psychologists, nurses, and other behavioral health professionals.
Whether you're early in your career or an experienced clinician, you'll find a supportive environment that values clinical excellence, professional growth, and innovation in patient care. We are committed to supporting your professional development through ongoing learning opportunities while providing the tools and resources needed to do your best work.

Department 

The University of Rochester Department of Psychiatry is among the region's leading academic behavioral health programs, providing innovative, compassionate care across a diverse network of inpatient, outpatient, and community-based services. Our teams are united by a shared commitment to clinical excellence, education, research, and improving the lives of the individuals and communities we serve.

Division

The Division of Community Psychiatry is dedicated to helping adults and children overcome barriers that impact their mental health and recovery. Our interdisciplinary teams address a wide range of clinical, social, and environmental needs through innovative, community-focused care. Clinicians in our division enjoy meaningful work, strong team collaboration, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on some of our community's most vulnerable populations.

Qualifications:

- Master's degree from a Counsel for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education Programs (CACREP) accredited program with major coursework in mental health counseling required

Licensure:

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

- If licensure has not been obtained upon employment, an active limited permit or submitted application to the NYS Department of Education upon hire required

- With limited permit, NYS licensure as a mental health practitioner is required within 36 months of hire

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