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Trans Gender Social Worker Jobs in Rochester, NY

University of Rochester

Social Worker

Rochester, NY · On-site

$63K - $85K/yr

The social worker is responsible for providing social work services to a patient care unit in ... gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status ...

University of Rochester

Social Worker

Rochester, NY

$63K - $85K/yr

The social worker is responsible for providing social work services to a patient care unit in ... gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status ...

Elderwood

Social Worker- Long Term Care

Brockport, NY · On-site

$25.56/hr

Salary Up to $25.56 / hr Overview Social Worker - Long-Term Care Elderwood of Lakeside at Brockport ... gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation ...

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How much do trans gender social worker jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for trans gender social worker in Rochester, NY is $77,838.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,200.00 and $92,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trans Gender Social Worker vs LGBTQ+ Counselor?

AspectTrans Gender Social WorkerLGBTQ+ Counselor
CredentialsSocial Work Degree, State Licensure, Specialized Training in Gender IdentityMaster's in Counseling or Psychology, State Licensure, Focus on LGBTQ+ Issues
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, community agencies, social service organizationsPrivate practice, clinics, mental health centers, community organizations
Employer & IndustryHealthcare, social services, non-profitsMental health, counseling centers, non-profits

Trans Gender Social Workers and LGBTQ+ Counselors both support individuals with gender identity concerns. While social workers often focus on connecting clients to resources and navigating social systems, counselors provide therapeutic support. Both roles require relevant credentials and work in similar environments, but their approaches and primary focus areas differ slightly.

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Infographic showing various Trans Gender Social Worker job openings in Rochester, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, and 40% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $77,838 per year, or $37.4 per hour.

Social Worker

University of Rochester

Rochester, NY • On-site

$63K - $85K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

University Of Rochester rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 186 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

126th of 618 rated colleges and universities

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location (Full Address):
220 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14620
Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
500180 Social Work - Adult Services
Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range:
UR URCC 211
Compensation Range:
$63,086.00 - $85,176.00
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
The social worker is responsible for providing social work services to a patient care unit in instances when the unit's assigned social worker is unavailable for a significant period of time. These instances may include but are not limited to: extended absence due to disability or sick leave; vacancy due to resignation and prior to hiring of a replacement. The services provided by the social worker will be the essential services provided by the social worker of the patient care unit for whom this social worker is providing coverage.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • In collaboration with the members of the health care teams, coordinates discharge planning for patients who are determined to be at psychosocial risk, provides appropriate hand off to other social workers when patients are transferred to other units within the hospital
  • Serves as a resource consultant to patients and their families and facilitates referrals to appropriate community agencies and hospital resources; may make home visits, where appropriate, to provide essential psychosocial assessments and social work interventions.
  • Provides social work interventions to patients and their families including risk screening on all patients admitted to his/her unit through chart review and interdisciplinary rounds, psychosocial assessments for those with identified risk factors (including victims of abuse, neglect or domestic violence), providing psychosocial support including crisis intervention, supportive counseling and grief and bereavement counseling
  • Handles risk management issues, in close consultation with his/her supervisor and the Clinical Manager
  • Documents social work activity in the electronic medical record
  • Provides social work coverage, as requested, to other clinical areas or programs during co-workers absence
  • Completes the following Administrative Functions:
  • Completes Hospital and SW Division required in-service training programs and ongoing professional development activities including those that are designed to enhance knowledge and skills in protective work
  • Completes required Employee Health appointments within required timeframe
  • Attends all appropriate Social Work Division meetings including, but limited to - SW Division meetings, complex case discussion, transplant staff meeting, etc
  • Supervises social work students (MSW or BSW)
  • Orients and provides ongoing peer support to new social work staff
  • Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
  • Master's degree from an accredited school of social work required
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
  • LMSW - Licensed Medical Social Worker - State Licensure within 1-1/2 years required or
  • If duties will be performed under OMH a minimum of a limited permit (not to exceed 1 year) or NYS Licensure upon hire required

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University's Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

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