Primary Therapist

Rochester Regional Health; United States; On-site; USD 63,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health seeks a Primary Therapist to provide compassionate mental health care and support to patients in the Outpatient Mental Health department. The role emphasizes assessment, treatment planning, and collaborative care to achieve patient-centered outcomes.

The position is full-time with a four-day schedule and one day per week on-site, located in Rochester, NY. Experience and licensure in relevant mental health fields are required or anticipated within 1 year.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in a human services field is required.
• Two years of mental health experience preferred.
• Licensure or certification in one of the listed professions required within 1 year of hire.

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

Masters Degree in Human Services field

Licensure in one of these professions (LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, LCAT, LMFT or PhD) or permit holder

Job description

STATUS: Full Time

LOCATION: Pinewild- 100 Pinewild Drive, Rochester, NY 14606** **

DEPARTMENT: Outpatient Mental Health

SCHEDULE: 4 days per week: 8:30am-5:00pm

1 day per week (Wednesday or Thursday): 10:30am-7:00pm

SUMMARY

As a 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 Skills:

• LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, LCAT, LMFT or PhD, 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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Drive - Clinical - Roles in this category require frequent driving combined with mobile clinical care across settings such as emergency response, mobile clinics, and home health environments. Staff must repeatedly enter and exit vehicles, occasionally lift and carry equipment weighing up to 100 lbs. or more, and perform care within patients’ homes or other confined, unpredictable, or uncontrolled environments. These positions demand strong fine and gross motor control, firm grasping, and heightened visual and auditory awareness to ensure safe and effective care delivery. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial due to rapid decision‑making, direct exposure to critical or sensitive situations, and independently managing patient care in the field or home setting. Environmental exposures may include traffic hazards, infectious agents, extreme temperatures, variable home conditions, and hazardous materials. Valid licensure, physical readiness, and flexibility for extended or on‑call schedules are typically required.

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:

14607

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.