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Athena

Remote Psychotherapist

Rochester, NY · On-site

$50K - $100K/yr

Master's Degree from an accredited school in Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, Creative Arts Therapy, or Marriage and Family Therapy. * Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus. * LMSW, LMHC ...

Acacia Network

Program Director

Rochester, NY · On-site

$85K/yr

Psychologist; Rehabilitation Counselor; LMFT; LMHC) in good standing with the appropriate licensing or certifying authority. * Valid and unrestricted New York State License, and/or OASAS ...

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How much do marriage counselor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for marriage counselor in Rochester, NY is $38.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.61 and $40.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Marriage Counselor vs Marriage Therapist?

AspectMarriage CounselorMarriage Therapist
CredentialsLicensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Work EnvironmentPrivate practice, clinics, community agenciesPrivate practice, clinics, hospitals
Industry UsageCommonly used term for short-term, problem-focused counselingOften used interchangeably, may imply longer-term therapy

Both Marriage Counselors and Marriage Therapists are licensed mental health professionals trained to help couples improve their relationships. While the terms are often used interchangeably, Marriage Counselors typically focus on short-term, problem-solving approaches, whereas Marriage Therapists may provide longer-term, in-depth therapy. Both roles require similar credentials and work in comparable environments, making them closely related in the industry.

What is a marriage counselor?

A marriage counselor specializes in counseling married couples or those in long-term relationships. Your main duties are to listen to each person’s problems and feelings, provide possible ways to resolve interpersonal conflicts, and give the couples advice on how to improve the overall strength of their relationships. You have to deal with a large number of different issues at your job and be must able to provide advice free of judgment.

What are some common challenges faced by marriage counselors in their daily work?

Marriage counselors often encounter complex emotional dynamics between couples, including high-conflict situations, communication barriers, and deeply rooted personal issues. Handling confidentiality and maintaining a neutral stance can also be challenging, especially when each partner has differing perspectives. Additionally, it can be emotionally demanding to support clients through intense periods of transition or crisis. Successful marriage counselors rely on strong interpersonal skills, resilience, and ongoing professional development to navigate these challenges while fostering a supportive therapeutic environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a marriage counselor?

To thrive as a Marriage Counselor, you need a background in psychology or counseling, a master's degree, and appropriate state licensure. Familiarity with therapeutic modalities, assessment tools, and secure teletherapy platforms is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and nonjudgmental communication help build trust and facilitate open dialogue between couples. These competencies are crucial for effectively guiding clients through conflict resolution and improving relationship dynamics.

What degree is needed to be a marriage counselor?

Marriage counselors typically need at least a master's degree in marriage and family therapy, counseling, psychology, or social work. Licensing requirements often include supervised clinical hours and passing a state exam, depending on the region.

Is becoming a marriage counselor hard?

Becoming a marriage counselor typically requires completing a relevant degree, such as a master's in counseling or psychology, and obtaining licensure, which involves supervised clinical hours and passing exams. The profession demands strong communication skills, emotional resilience, and ongoing education to stay current with best practices.
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Infographic showing various Marriage Counselor job openings in Rochester, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,160 per year, or $38.5 per hour.

Clinical Supervisor School Based

Hillside Children's Center

Rochester, NY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Hillside Family of Agencies rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

28th of 240 rated social care providers

Job description


Job Summary
The Clinical Supervisor provides expert assessment and delivery of quality mental health care to youth and family in Community, Home, School, or Residential setting. This role provides supervision, consultation and training to staff.
Essential Job Functions
  • Assess Hillside youth and family needs through clinical interventions to treat and achieve positive outcomes, while teaching others.
  • Create, implement, evaluate, and modify, as needed, individual treatment plans to meet assessed client's unique needs as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Assess and facilitate referrals to Hillside services and resources.
  • Design, implement and lead expert individual and group therapy, as well as family therapy, based on client needs.
  • Collaborate with other formal and informal supports, community, and mental health providers to provide needed services to clients.
  • Develop, maintain, and retain all required documentation in a compliant and timely manner, including, but not limited to, clinical assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes.
  • Facilitate the delivery of clinical services in compliance with all corresponding funder organizations regulations.
  • Lead the implementation of and sponsor adherence to evidenced based practices by clinical staff.
  • Maintain a link with internal support departments to support continuous improvement (evidence-based practices, outcome measures, customer satisfaction, etc.).
  • Provide clinical supervision, consultation, and training.
  • Residential program: On call responsibilities as scheduled.
  • While this job description covers many aspects of the role, employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP DUTIES
  • Leadership: Communicates supports and links Hillside mission, vision, values, goals, and strategies to everyday work and establishes clear, meaningful, challenging, and attainable objectives and expectations that are aligned with those of the organization.
  • Management: Aligns the right work with the right people; delegates tasks according to people's strengths and interests. Ensures staff has the skills and resources to be successful. Provides staff with coaching, training and opportunities for growth to improve their skills. Treats staff fairly and consistently. Shares accountability when delegating and involves staff in setting their performance goals.
  • Governance: Ensures Hillside policies, procedures and all applicable governmental laws/regulations/guidelines are followed. Makes decisions and has authority to implement decisions in conjunction with the leadership structure of the given area of responsibility.

Education & Experience
  • Master's degree required
  • Minimum 3 years of clinical experience post Master's degree required

Special Requirements
  • Active, unrestricted license in NYS required for one of the following:
    • Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), or Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT)
  • Unrestricted, valid NYS driver's license for minimum of 1 year with a clean driving record and minimum insurance coverage that meets agency standards.
  • Ability and willingness to travel.
  • Residential Treatment Facilities and Youth ACT programs: CPR certification required or obtained within 60 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
In addition to demonstrating the Hillside Professional Competencies of Communicates Effectively, Personal Excellence, Cultural Competence, Builds and Leverages Relationships, Optimizes Decision Making, Builds Talent and Engagement, Manages Change, Fosters Accountability and Results, the following occupational competencies must be demonstrated:
  • Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of services provided both by the Agency and by external service providers and maintain contacts as needed in order to efficiently access care for clients.
  • Well-developed skills as an advocate for children/youth/families in order to achieve the best possible child/youth/family outcomes; communicates reasonable expectations and facilitates the achievement of results.
  • Understand the payment process for services and assure that services sought and provided are consistent with payment process qualifications and rules.
  • Develop, maintain and utilize a thorough knowledge of the legal and social rights of children, youth and parents to assure that these rights are understood and protected as needed.
  • Maintain the highest ethical and professional standards of conduct towards all.
  • Ability to act as a change agent to assist staff with adapting to organizational changes.

Physical Demands & Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Must be able to work a variable scheduling including evenings and weekends
  • The following physical demands are required:
    • Occasional sitting (up to 4 hours)
    • Occasional standing (up to 1 hour)
    • Occasional walking (up to 2.5 hours)
    • Occasional driving (up to 6 hours)
    • Continuous balancing (up to 8 hours)
    • Occasional balancing, bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching forward or down, reaching overhead, running, and twisting (up to 2.5 hours)
    • Weekly lifting up to 50 lbs. (community-based staff may be required to lift an empty wheelchair weighing up to 50 lbs.), 10-15 lbs. on a daily basis
    • Weekly carrying up to 55 lbs. approximately 10-100 ft., 10-15 lbs. on a daily basis
  • Manual dexterity is required, including the frequent ability to grasp in both hands and continuous use of fine manipulation skills in both hands (approximately 1-2.5 hrs.)
  • Occasional exposure to dust, fumes, gases or chemicals is apparent.
  • Protective clothing or equipment as required: Close toed shoes; Protective Shields, Universal Precaution PPE, Gloves for toileting and food preparation
  • Ability to change positions as needed

$67,500 Minimum pay rate, $90,000 Maximum pay rate, based on experience. This pay rate may include a Regional and/or Department premium.
About Us
At Hillside, we believe that healthy youth and strong families with opportunities to succeed are the foundation of any thriving community. Guided by this belief, we provide community-based services, education, and residential treatment to positively impact lives, in partnership with youth and families who have experienced trauma. From locations across Central & Western New York and Prince George's County, Maryland, our programs serve nearly 10,000 youth, adults, and families each year.
Partnering with families and communities, we deliver high-quality, evidence-based services, in the appropriate settings - whether on residential campuses or in schools, homes, or the workplace. By measuring the impact of our work, we endeavor to deliver ever better outcomes every day.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Hillside is committed to equal opportunities for all, supporting a diverse workforce, creating development opportunities for our people. Hillside is an equal opportunity employer; individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities, Veterans, and disabled persons are encouraged to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided for the disabled.
Total Rewards: We offer a competitive benefits package to include generous paid time off, paid holidays, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending account, 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match, and Employee Assistance Plan - just to name a few of the amazing benefits at Hillside! World changers and change makers join our talent community every day. Apply online, get on board, and grow your career with us!

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