University of Rochester·City of Rochester, New York
The Bilingual Mental Health Assistant acts as a cultural broker, partnering with clinicians to provide culturally relevant mental health services to refugee youth and families. Key duties include co-facilitating social-emotional learning groups, interpreting, and liaising between schools, community providers, and families.
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): 187 Edinburgh St, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14608
Time Type: Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Department: 210632 Psychology-MHFC
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range: UR URC 208 H
$24.00 - $33.60
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.
GENERAL PURPOSE In this role as a Bilingual Mental Health Assistant, the individual will function as a cultural broker, who: partners with clinicians in all aspects of clinical service delivery (i.e. assessment, treatment planning, implementation of a clinical intervention, consultation); adds context related to a client’s sociocultural history, cultural background, and other culturally-relevant information to a clinical interaction in order to facilitate deeper understanding of a client’s strengths and needs; and advocates on behalf of clients and liaises between groups or persons of different cultural backgrounds for the purpose of reducing conflict or producing change and improving providing culturally relevant services.
Other duties as assigned.
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.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related human services field and one year of direct care experience with behavioral health populations. Fluency in Swahili, knowledge of the culture, and a valid NYS driver's license are mandatory.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in New York are often in steady demand, especially for clinicians who can support diverse age groups and handle assessments or admissions. These positions can be competitive because employers commonly look for independent licensure, while also considering associate-level candidates with clear growth toward full licensure. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and assessment experience before applying.