CLINICIAN - CHILDREN'S PROGRAM at PREFERRED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OF NEW JERSEY

Brick, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jun, 26

Salary

70000.0

Posted On

26 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Trauma Informed Care, Evidenced Based Practice, Intake Assessments, Diagnosis Formulation, Treatment Planning, Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Case Management, Crisis Response, Medical Record Documentation, Clinical Consultation, Bilingual (Spanish), Working With Children, Working With Teens

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

If you are looking to make an impact by helping others, then Preferred Behavioral Health Group is the place for you! By joining our award-winning team, you will become part of the premier behavioral health organization in New Jersey. PBHG is a dynamic and innovative non-profit organization that was proudly named one of "THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY" for 2024 by NJBIZ! Our mission is to change lives and save lives across the state of New Jersey through a Trauma Informed Care culture. Our staff is at the core of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a diverse team where employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their individual contributions. We encourage staff development and embrace a growth mindset. If you are interested in pursuing an exciting and rewarding career while being part of a recognized “Best Place to Work”, please submit your resume today for consideration! Job Title: Clinician Program: PCCF - Preferred Center for Children Families location: 1500 Route 88, Brick New Jersey Position Type: Full Time 30 Hours Evening Hours Salary: LSW/LAC $60,000.00 - LCSW/LPC $70,000.00 Job Description/Summary The Clinician is a provisionally or terminally licensed person and family-centered clinician, who is recovery oriented in their trauma-informed approach to care. This individual possesses experience in treating adults and exhibits an understanding of evidenced based practice. The Clinician participates in a multidisciplinary team and seeks opportunities to learn and develop clinical skills. Position requires evenings and weekends. Responsibilities * Conducts thorough intake assessments, formulates diagnosis based on clinical presentation, and determines appropriate level of care. * Outlines preliminary treatment plans that address the immediate needs of the client. Recommendations include identification of individual needs and plan outlines how these will be addressed. * Facilitates individual, family and group therapy. Begins and ends group on time, prepares any materials as required, initiates new or improved group processes based on needs of the population. * Provides case management as needed including timely and effective advocacy, consultation, service coordination, and phone contact to community resources and related professionals. Documentation reflects all contacts made with and/or on behalf of each client. * Responds to mental health crises as needed, i.e. walk-ins, access calls * Collaborates with Treatment Team to identify clients that are at risk for discharge based on lack of contact, creatively engages vulnerable populations, and makes at least 3 attempts to engage client in accordance with policy, and beyond in high-risk cases. * Completes all medical record documentation within 24 hours. * Consults with Leadership to determine schedule that meets the needs of the population served. * Participate in supervision with PCCF Clinical Supervisor, and attends treatment team meetings, including agency-wide clinical case reviews. * Complies with NJ state regulations outlining requirements to practice with a provisional mental health license. Competencies * Bilingual in Spanish is preferred. * Demonstrates familiarity with organizational policy and procedure. Qualifications * Education: Master’s degree in social work, mental health counseling, or another recognized mental health discipline * Licensure: NJ licensure as LSW, LAC, LCSW, LPC, or LMFT * Experience: Working with children and teens with a wide range of emotional and behavioral needs Comprehensive Benefits Package: o Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance o 403(b) Retirement Plan o Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays o Long Term Disability Insurance o Life and AD&D Insurance o Employee Assistance Program o Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account o Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance o Staff Training and Development Opportunities o Employee Referral Bonus program eoe

Responsibilities

The Clinician conducts thorough intake assessments, formulates diagnoses, outlines preliminary treatment plans, and facilitates individual, family, and group therapy sessions. Responsibilities also include providing necessary case management, responding to mental health crises, and ensuring timely completion of all medical record documentation.