Mental Health Therapist

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Job Location (Full Address):

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

20

Department:

500125 Psychiatry SMH Child/Adoles

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URCC 211 H

Compensation Range:

$30.33 - $40.95

Responsibilities:

Provides comprehensive mental health and/or dual diagnosis services for individuals who have a diagnosable mental illness. The clinician functions at the Brighter Days Pediatric Mental Health Urgent Care Center, which is part of University of Rochester Medicine: Pediatric Behavioral Health & Wellness Outpatient Services. The clinician functions as both a Short-Term Assessment & Response Team (START) member and a Walk-In Clinician at the Pediatric Behavioral Health & Wellness (PBH&W):. In the role of a START clinician, the team member provides short-term solution-focused treatment to patients and their families and is responsible for assessment, crisis intervention, treatment planning, and therapy in the up to 6-session model of care. In the role of a Walk-In clinician, the team member provides an initial mental health/safety assessment and immediate evidence-informed crisis intervention, as well as follow-up recommendations and linkage to appropriate community resources and treatment (e.g., START).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide direct patient care to youth and their families in the START (Short- Term Assessment & Response Team) track of the PBH&W Brighter Days Urgent Care Center under general direction and with considerable latitude for independent judgement. More specifically, provides short-term solution- focused treatment to patients and their families and is responsible for assessment, crisis intervention, treatment planning, and therapy in the up to 6- session model of care. Mobilizes patient, family, and natural support networks when clinically indicated. Meets minimum target for clinical productivity.
• Provide direct patient care to youth and their families in the Walk-In track of the PBH&W Brighter Days Urgent Care Center. More specifically, provides an initial mental health/safety assessment, and evidence-informed crisis intervention, as well as follow-up recommendations and linkage to appropriate community resources and treatment.
• Documents treatment in patients’ electronic medical record in compliance with Program, Department and Hospital regulations. This includes the development of family centered, comprehensive and individualized treatment plans for patients with clearly defined therapeutic goals with patients and families.
• Coordinates appropriate referrals and linkage to mental health services as clinically indicated. Establishes and regularly maintains cooperative working relationships with referral sources and other professionals both internal and external throughout patient care activities (e.g., PCPs, community mental health agencies). Coordinates with professional and administrative staff of the Medical Center and University as well as support staff regarding patient scheduling, fees, and insurance issues.
• Participates collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team to provide coordinated care.
• Maintains professional CEU requirements by reading, attending seminars, workshops and conferences.

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
• Experience providing clinical services to children and families preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge, skills and abilities to provide mental health services to children and families strongly preferred

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 and NYS licensure as a mental health practitioner (e.g., Mental Health Counselor, Creative Arts Therapist) within 36 months of hire or
• If working on the ACT or Mobile Crisis teams NYS licensure as a mental health practitioner within 48 months required

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