University of Rochester Veterans Jobs

Mental Health Therapist Job ID 224547

Location

Strong Memorial Hospital

Full/Part Time Full-Time

Regular/Temporary Regular

Opening

Full Time 40 hours Grade 053 Psychiatry SMH Ambulatory Svcs

Schedule

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Responsibilities

Position Summary:

Subscribes to the Department's goal of creating a culturally competent environment by treating patients/families, trainees, research subjects and co-workers in a sensitive and caring manner with appropriate attention to cultural differences.Participates in available events and trainings.

Direct Clinical Service:

• Conducts initial assessment and diagnostic evaluations of identified patients and their families as appropriate.

• Designs appropriate therapeutic treatment plans with clearly defined therapeutic goals.

• Conducts evidence-informed treatment with patients and families.

• Collaborates with outpatient team members to provide coordinated care.

• Completes all required clinical documentation.

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

• Meets minimum target for units of service set by service director.

Liaison Responsibilities:

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

• Mobilizes family and natural support networks when necessary.

• 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.

Additional Professional Responsibilities:

• Maintains professional CEU requirements by reading, attending seminars, workshops and conferences.

• Competent eRecord User

• Attends weekly clinical/training/supervision meetings.

• Participates in Departmental and programmatic diversity presentations and meets annual training expectations on diveristy

• Demonstrates commitment to the mission of the Department of Psychiatry and University by modeling honesty and integrity.

• Personally committed to understanding and meeting tne unique needs of external and internal customers.

• Contributes to the vision and mission of the Adult Psychiatzy Division.

• Maintains a thorough knowledge of Department of Psychiatzy, Adult Behavioral Health and Wellmess Outpatient Services policies and procedures.

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

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree from a CACREP accredited progrartt with major course work ir1 rt1erttal health counseling and relevant experience working with children and adolescents with behavioral health concerns. Requires NYS licensure or limited permit eligible; if licensure has not been obtained upon employment, the individual has 36 months to obtain and maintain NYS licensure.

How To Apply

All applicants must apply online.

EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled