SUNY Upstate Medical University – Syracuse, NY (On-Site)
Join one of the region’s most advanced academic medical centers and help shape critical patient outcomes in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. At SUNY Upstate, your expertise is valued, your voice is heard, and your professional growth is actively supported.

As an After-Hours Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), you will provide behavioral health services for adult and/or pediatric patients followed in our Pediatric Behavioral Health After Hours Center and other clinics at the Nappi Wellness Institute. This is an unique opportunity to deliver impactful services during evenings and weekends—when access to care is often most needed. You’ll work closely with patients and families to assess needs, provide therapeutic support, and connect individuals with appropriate resources, playing a vital role in continuity of care.

What You’ll Do

• Provide behavioral health services to adult and/or pediatric patients in primary care and specialty clinics at Nappi Wellness Institute
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive psychosocial support to patients and families
• Conduct behavioral health consultations, assessments, and therapeutic interventions for at-risk patients
• Coordinate care with the Integrated Care Manager and ancillary staff to address patient and family psychosocial needs
• Perform psychosocial assessments, counseling, intervention planning, and referrals
• Deliver care within an integrated care environment, ensuring a holistic approach to treatment
• Provide psychotherapy services to individuals, families, and groups

Minimum Qualifications

NYS (or eligible) licensed Marriage & Family Therapist required by time of appointment. Masters degree in Marriage & Family Therapy or related field and three years of post-licensure experience providing therapy required.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience as a LMFT in an ambulatory setting preferred.

Work Days:

• Evening and weekend shifts
• Monday–Friday: Between 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM
• Weekends: Between 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM
• Flexible scheduling within these ranges 

Why Join SUNY Upstate?

We offer more than just a job—we provide a rewarding career with strong support and meaningful benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• NYS retirement plan
• Generous paid time off
• A collaborative, inclusive, team-centered culture
• Tuition assistance & professional development opportunities
• Eligibility for student loan repayment programs through NHSC (HRSA-approved site)
• Competitive salary with additional compensation included for evening and weekend shifts

Salary Range: $70,000–$85,000 full time equivalent (based on education and experience)

Message to Applicants:

This is a part-time, on-site position based in Syracuse, New York. Accepting applications for current and future part-time openings (10%-90%). Benefits eligible if you work 50% or more. If you are an experienced professional who is passionate about serving the community, working collaboratively with a diverse team, and helping to build a program from the ground up, apply today!

Recruitment Office: Human Resources