Licensed Therapist (LCSW/LPC) at PAX Health, LLC

Freehold, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Aug, 26

Salary

60.0

Posted On

26 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Biopsychosocial Assessment, Treatment Planning, EMDR Therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, Trauma Informed Care, Case Management, Clinical Documentation, EHR Proficiency, Crisis Intervention, Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description PAX Health is a leading mental and behavioral health organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to individuals facing mental health challenges. Our team of professionals strive to create an environment where mental health is prioritized, stigma is eradicated, and individuals can thrive in their journey towards well-being. The Therapist at PAX Health is responsible for delivering high quality, evidence based clinical services to patients and their families within PAX Health’s outpatient setting. This includes individual, group, family, and/or couples therapy tailored to each patient’s needs and level of care. They play a key role in assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, ongoing care coordination, and discharge planning. In partnership with clinical leadership and the multidisciplinary treatment team, the Therapist ensures services are delivered in alignment with organizational standards, regulatory requirements, ethical guidelines, and evidence based practices, while maintaining a patient centered and culturally responsive approach to care. Must be able to work a hybrid model in Freehold NJ or Point Pleasant NJ. Must be certified in EMDR and able to provide EMDR treatment services. Receive, review, and respond promptly to assigned intake referrals Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and support diagnostic formulation Establish diagnoses and develop individualized treatment plans appropriate to level of licensure and supervision requirements Provide direct clinical services, including individual, group, family, and/or couples therapy Maintain an active caseload appropriate to experience level and licensure status Independently manage treatment planning and clinical decision making when fully licensed Participate in individual and group supervision in accordance with licensure requirements when provisionally licensed Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment approaches based on clinical need and outcomes Support discharge and aftercare planning to ensure continuity of care Provide case management services and coordinate referrals to external resources when appropriate Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation within the Electronic Health Record (EHR) Ensure coordination and integration of services documented across providers and disciplines Collaborate with prescribers, including the Medical Director, and multidisciplinary care teams to support patient outcomes Participate in treatment team meetings, clinical consultations, staff meetings, trainings, and professional development activities Comply with all local, state, and federal confidentiality and regulatory requirements Deliver culturally responsive, patient centered care aligned with PAX Health values Abide by PAX Health code of ethics and model values Perform other duties as needed within the scope of the role Requirements Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field Active and unrestricted clinical license or provisional license in practicing jurisdiction (LCSW, LPC) (New Jersey) Must be certified in EMDR and able to provide EMDR treatment services. Fully licensed clinicians must be able to assess, diagnose, and treat patients independently without supervision Strong clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, therapeutic interventions, and evidence based modalities Interest and/or experience in modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, trauma informed care, or similar approaches Experience working with diverse patient populations and a range of mental health conditions preferred Strong communication and interpersonal skills Strong organizational, time management, and documentation skills Proficiency with EHR systems Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team Commitment to ethical practice, professional growth, supervision, and ongoing learning Commitment to delivering high quality, patient centered care LCADC or CADC is a plus Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Statement for PAX Health PAX Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are valued, respected, and treated fairly. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. Physical Demands The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. In the course of performing this job, one typically spends time sitting, walking, standing, driving, listening, speaking, typing, reading and writing. In addition, an employee may be asked to carry or lift up to 20 lbs.

Responsibilities

The Therapist provides evidence-based clinical services, including individual, group, family, and couples therapy in an outpatient setting. They are responsible for patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and coordinating care within a multidisciplinary team.