Clinical Therapist - Hourly
Listed compensation
$28 - $32/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Pay: $28.00-$32.00(depending on related experience)
Nature of Work
The Clinical Therapist is responsible for conducting assessments, evaluation services, and diagnostic determinations. Provide individual, group and/or family therapy to youth and families in the community. The Clinical Therapist will develop treatment plans as well as provide other necessary documentation. The Clinical Therapist will interface with local providers and provide linkages to other services as needed.
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Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree and licensed by New York State to practice independently as one of the following: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LCHC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Psychoanalyst or Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT).
- At least two years of experience providing services to youth or adults with serious emotional disturbances is preferred. Experience working within a multidisciplinary team and working knowledge and understanding of mental health diagnosis's is required. Assessment and evaluation experience is required.
- Must clear the State Central Registry Clearance, Staff Exclusion List Clearance and OMH(CFTSS) Criminal History Review for criminal convictions.
Pathways, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and strives to employ individuals that are reflective of the communities that we serve. We are committed to creating and maintaining a supportive and inclusive workplace culture. Our goal is to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, while we learn and grow together.
Key Responsibilities
The Clinical Therapist conducts assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and provides therapeutic services to youth and families. They are also responsible for developing treatment plans and coordinating care with local service providers.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree and a valid New York State license such as LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or LCAT. At least two years of experience working with individuals with serious emotional disturbances is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 34% are remote, 34% have no call, 56% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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Living in Corning
- Median resident rent
- $1,014/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 18 min
- State income tax
- Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology
Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.