Lead Marital & Family Therapist

University of Rochester•City of Rochester, NY

1d•$66,185 - $89,356•Onsite

About The Position

Strong Family Therapy Services is seeking a Marriage and Family Therapist – Lead (MFT Lead). The role leads or coordinates projects for the service and may supervise 1–3 clinicians. It primarily supports the Strong Family Therapy Services branch collaborating with the Ronald McDonald House Strength From Within Program, which is in development. The MFT Lead provides clinical assessment, triage, crisis intervention, and treatment for patients with mental health disorders in the program, and may provide leadership and supervisory support to an interdisciplinary clinical staff as the program grows. The role may also contribute to policy and program development, operations management, and planning program activities. As an integral clinical team member, the MFT Lead provides psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, resource consultation, and treatment. The role includes conducting individual, family, couple, and systems-oriented therapy, developing individualized treatment plans, and working to maintain a culturally competent environment. The position is full-time, scheduled for 40 hours per week, on the University of Rochester’s UR Day shift in Rochester, New York. The stated compensation range is $66,185–$89,356.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an AAMFT-accredited program with major coursework in Marriage and Family Therapy or a related field, and two years of professional counseling experience beyond the master’s degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
New York State licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist.
Maintain New York State requirements for licensure as applicable.
Meet the service director’s minimum target for units of service.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a psychiatric care setting and working with adult and/or pediatric and adolescent populations.
Knowledge of behavioral health assessments and evaluations and ability to provide evidence-based interventions within a systems framework.
Commitment to and routine demonstration of a biopsychosocial approach to care of individuals and families.
Ability to be flexible and responsive in rapidly evolving health care environments.
Dedication to delivering a team-based integrated model of care.
Demonstration of cultural humility and anti-racism values and a commitment to ensuring patients feel welcome.

Responsibilities

Conduct assessment and intake interviews with patients and families and develop appropriate therapeutic treatment plans with defined goals.
Provide individual, family, couple, and systems-oriented therapy in accordance with accepted professional standards and applicable regulations.
Ensure comprehensive, individualized treatment plans are developed and implemented, and provide evidence-informed treatment.
Assess safety in the clinic and involve family members and other mental health providers in interventions as appropriate.
Lead or coordinate clinical processes and projects and provide clinical leadership to program staff.
Collaborate with the Ronald McDonald House team and assist the Clinic Director and/or Supervisor MFT with program development, evaluation, and efficient operations.
As the program grows, participate in orientation and training of new staff; organize and lead meetings at the discretion of the Clinic Director and/or Supervisor MFT.
Provide coverage and accessibility for intakes, vacations, and sick calls as needed.
May lead multidisciplinary Strength From Within team meetings and collaboration, triage referrals to specialty or other appropriate services, and partner in co-management of shared patients where appropriate.
Assist with practice improvement projects and other clinical operations; may provide supervision and contribute to the evaluation of interdisciplinary staff.
Follow department and hospital policies and procedures, including requirements for professional practice, discharge planning, patient care, time reporting, forms, and mandatory training.
Document interventions and contacts in patient charts in compliance with applicable policies.
Facilitate department and hospital quality assurance and staff development activities, and meet the service director’s minimum target for units of service.
Maintain knowledge of applicable Family Therapy Services, Psychiatry Mental Health and Wellness Services, and Office of Mental Health policies and procedures.
Maintain professional standards and continuing education, including staying current with New York State licensure maintenance requirements.
Treat patients, families, trainees, research subjects, and coworkers with sensitivity to cultural differences and participate in relevant cultural competence events and training.