Genetics Counselor jobs in Troy, NY

Genetics Counselor provides genetic counseling and education to individuals and families at risk for hereditary disorders. Obtains and analyzes family medical history to identify patients at risk for specific disorders or syndromes. Being a Genetics Counselor recommends genetic testing as warranted and counsels patients on test results, treatment and alternative coping methods. May provide crisis intervention as needed. Additionally, Genetics Counselor requires a master's degree of Genetic Counseling. Typically reports to a manager or director. Requires board certification from the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG). Typically requires a state license to practice. Genetics Counselor's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Counselor I or Counselor II
  • Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
  • Troy, NY FULL_TIME
  • Why Rensselaer?

    Our dynamic global community of changemakers includes some of the world’s leading researchers, students, alumni, and faculty who ask the important questions and devise the scientific and technological innovations that make the world a better place for all of humanity. Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, and one of the world’s fastest supercomputers.

    Job Summary

    The Psychologist/Counselor will facilitate the normal developmental process of Rensselaer students and assist students whose normal developmental process is being impeded by adjustment problems and other disorders. The Psychologist/Counselor will work with students individually and in groups, as well as proactively work with the Rensselaer Community to create an environment that will allow students to maximize their personal growth. The Psychologist/Counselor will also develop and implement mental health prevention and education programs.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications for Applicants for Appointment as Counselor I/Social Worker

    • Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field required.
    • Three (3) years of experience, with at least 1 year being post-licensure.
    • Licensed to practice as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of New York. For applicants from other states or those who are license eligible, must be licensed at the time of employment.

    Minimum Qualifications for Applicants for Appointment as Counselor I/Psychologist

    • Ph.D. in counseling or clinical psychology
    • Licensed to practice in New York State
    • Two (2) years of professional clinical experience

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    Minimum Qualifications for Applicants for Appointment as Counselor II/Social Worker

    * Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field required.
    * Five (5) years of experience, with at least 3 years being post-licensure.
    * Licensed to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor
    (LMHC) in the state of New York. For applicants from other states or those who are license eligible, must
    be licensed at the time of employment.

    Minimum Qualifications for Applicants for Appointment as Counselor II/Psychologist

    * Ph. D. in counseling or clinical psychology
    * Licensed to practice in New York State
    * Five (5) years of experience, with at least 3 years being post-licensur

    Applicants must meet stated minimum education and experience requirements.

    Preferred Qualifications

    * Clinical experience with young adult/adolescent populations is especially desired
    * Clinical work experience in a higher education setting is helpful
    * Experience with electronic health record systems
    * Clinical experience with at least one of traditionally underserved student population and/or International students

    Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    * Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques
    * Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress
    * Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
    * Ability to effectively communicate in written and verbal form
    * Ability to effectively communicate information, test results, diagnoses and/or proposed treatment in a manner easily understood by the individuals
    * Ability to assess mental status in patients and to provide treatment options

    Shift

    Business Hours: Monday - Friday

    Travel

    Local travel between campus locations only

    Driving

    Incidental driving possible, but not required

    Starting Salary/Rate

    Expected hiring range:

    • Counselor I - $60,000 - $65,000
    • Counselor II - 70,000 – $75,000

    Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

    Culture of Safety at Rensselaer

    Rensselaer is committed to providing a safe and healthy living, learning, and working environment for its faculty, staff and students. As such, we strongly recommend that faculty, staff and students obtain a COVID-19 vaccination and remain current with available boosters to protect themselves, as well as to protect vulnerable members of the community.

    Total Compensation and Benefits Information

    Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).

    We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities.

    Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • 401(k) matching
    • Dental insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Flexible schedule
    • Flexible spending account
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Professional development assistance
    • Retirement plan
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Vision insurance

    Medical specialties:

    • Psychiatry

    Schedule:

    • 8 hour shift
    • Monday to Friday

    Work setting:

    • In-person

    Ability to Relocate:

    • Troy, NY 12180: Relocate before starting work (Required)

    Work Location: In person

  • 16 Days Ago

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School Counselor
  • Bennington Elementary School
  • Bennington, VT FULL_TIME
  • Duties (include but are not limited to): •Assist students to assess abilities, limitations, interests, talents, aptitudes and surroundings •Assist students to learn how to accept, use and cope with in...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Residential counselor
  • Mount Prospect Academy
  • Bennington, VT FULL_TIME
  • Vermont Permanency Initiative Reports to : Residential Director Location : Bennington, Vermont Salary from $17.50hr Company Background VPI is committed to providing individualized comprehensive servic...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Guidance counselor
  • Kipp Capital Region Public Schools
  • Troy, NY FULL_TIME
  • Company Description KIPP Capital Region is a part of a national network of high-performing public Charter Schools committed to creating joyful, academically excellent, and prepared students with the s...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Resident Counselor
  • Center For Disability Services
  • Troy, NY FULL_TIME
  • The Center for Disability Services offers hope, innovation and achievement to the people we support.For 80 years, we have been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for ...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Rehab Counselor
  • Central New York Psychiatric Center
  • Comstock, NY FULL_TIME
  • CENTRAL NEW YORK PSYCHIATRIC CENTER Romulus, New York ( Great Meadow Satellite Unit ) RECRUITING FOR SOCIAL WORKER POSITIONS Central New York Psychiatric Center is currently seeking Rehab Counselors. ...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Nurse Practitioner NP or Physician Assistant PA-C, Part-Time, HRA
  • Hueman Risk Adjustment Solutions
  • Troy, NY
  • Description Hueman is actively hiring Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants to complete in-home Health Risk Asses...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Nurse Practitioner NP or Physician Assistant PA-C, Full-Time, HRA, Traveler *$5K sign on Bonus*
  • Hueman Risk Adjustment Solutions
  • Troy, NY
  • Description Hueman is actively hiring Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants to complete in-home Health Risk Asses...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Adjunct Instructor - Economics HV-ADJ-22724 F24
  • Hudson Valley Community College
  • Troy, NY
  • Founded in 1953, Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) located in scenic Upstate NY is a multi-campus College with loca...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Merchandiser
  • SFS, Inc.
  • Troy, NY
  • Overview: Retail Merchandiser Come join SFS as a Retail Merchandiser independent contractor and enjoy all the benefits o...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Education Specialist-Child Welfare Trainer (R24-13)
  • Research Foundation for SUNY
  • Albany, NY
  • Senior Education Specialist-Child Welfare Trainer (R24-13) The Professional Development Program (PDP) of the University ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Residential Program Manager - Women & Children's Inpatient
  • Hope House, Inc.
  • Albany, NY
  • If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, Hope House is the place for you! If you are seeking a fulfill...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RN-Ambulatory
  • Albany Medical Center
  • Troy, NY
  • Department/Unit: HBD - Peds Counseling & Behavioral Health Work Shift: Day (United States of America) RN - OutPatient Pe...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Clinical Nurse II Emergency Department
  • Albany Medical Center
  • Troy, NY
  • Department/Unit: Emergency Department Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Hourly Range: $34.65 - $35.69 TheClinic...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

Troy is a city in the U.S. state of New York and the seat of Rensselaer County. The city is located on the western edge of Rensselaer County and on the eastern bank of the Hudson River. Troy has close ties to the nearby cities of Albany and Schenectady, forming a region popularly called the Capital District. The city is one of the three major centers for the Albany Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), which has a population of 1,170,483. At the 2010 census, the population of Troy was 50,129. Troy's motto is Ilium fuit. Troja est, which means "Ilium was, Troy is". Today, Troy is home to Renssel...
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Income Estimation for Genetics Counselor jobs
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Troy, New York area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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