Per Diem Clinician - Safe Spaces

at  Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is currently seeking a Per Diem Clinician for our Safe Spaces program located in Jersey City, NJ.
Safe Spaces provides trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), psychoeducational, and supportive services to Hudson County youth ages 3-18, who have experienced or been exposed to domestic violence along with their non-offending parent/caretaker. In addition to TF-CBT, the program provides groups for both youth and parents to supplement the treatment services. The intended outcome of the program is to reduce symptoms and to improve the functioning and well-being of youth exposed to domestic violence.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s Degree in behavioral health or social work discipline
• LSW or LAC required. V
• Valid NJ driver’s license required
  2-3 years clinical experience with children and families who have experienced trauma preferred. Knowledge of the NJ Childrens System of Care and of Hudson County highly desirable. Ability to learn and work within a TF-CBT framework if not already certified in the TF-CBT model. TF-CBT certification highly desirable.
  To apply submit a resume and cover letter with salary requirements.
  Visit our website www.ccannj.com

• Provides strength based psychotherapeutic interventions (individual, group, and parent sessions) for the referred child and his/her parent, using a TF-CBT framework and model
• The Clinician completes all clinical and administrative documentation within the timeframes specified by program protocols
• He or she provides updated information to systems partners, as needed, in order to ensure coordination and continuity of care
• Participates in internal and external team meetings
• Is flexible and able to work at an outpost office as needed
• The Clinician will commit to participation in a program provided TF-CBT certification training along with other staff, if not already certified