Clinical Therapist I (Crisis) - Part Time

John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center; Old Bridge (NJ); In loco; USD 34.000 - 41.000; Part-time

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Health benefits

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits

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John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Therapist I to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and provide psychosocial support to patients and families dealing with behavioral/medical health issues, treatment planning, and discharge planning. The role emphasizes comprehensive assessments, evidence-based interventions, and adherence to licensure standards.

Qualifications include a MSW or Counseling degree with up to 3 years of related

Competenze

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW), Master's degree in Counseling, or related fields.
• 0-3 years of total work experience in Social Work or related fields.
• Work under supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with approved clinical supervision or ACS credential.
• Ability to perform psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention theory and its application in various settings.
• Knowledge of disease management and disease process and differential diagnosis and treatment techniques.
• Ability to work as part of a team, while building collaborative relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office/Google Suite).

Mansioni

• Provides a comprehensive psychosocial assessment of a patient's needs under supervision and develops treatment plans and reviews.
• Delivers behavioral/medical health treatment and education to patients, including psychotherapy (individual and/or group).
• Completes documentation in accordance with policy.
• Provides services in accordance with licensure regulations.
• Assesses patient needs and interprets information for care planning.
• Provides case management services as warranted.
• Assesses Social Determinants of Health and refers to appropriate resources.
• Collaborates with patient and family to develop a discharge plan.
• Reassesses treatment plans and monitors progress.
• Maintains patient health information per law and policy.
• Assists team members in emergencies.
• Identifies community resources for patients.
• Identifies patient needs and delivers culturally appropriate care.
• Adheres to organizational competencies.
• Receives appropriate supervision.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

Psychosocial assessments

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Crisis intervention knowledge

Communication skills

MS Office/Google Suite

Formazione

MSW or Counseling degree

0-3 years in social work

Licensed supervision (LCSW/LPC)

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

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Overview

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• Requisition # 2026-189318


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• StatusPart-time with Benefits

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Clinical Therapist I will work with a multidisciplinary treatment team to provide psychological, social, and interventions that support patients and families relating to behavioral/medical health, levels of care, disease and illness and wellness and recovery.

Responsibilities

• Provides a comprehensive assessment of a patient's psychosocial needs under supervision of a licensed leader/clinical supervisor and develops treatment plans and treatment plan reviews based on findings and according to department policy.


• Provides effective behavioral/medical health treatment and education to patients, including assessment, psychotherapeutic counseling, or therapy (individual and/or group), and shares and interprets information to staff, families, and/or other approved agencies.


• Completes all documentation in accordance with department and hospital policy.


• Provides all services and interventions to patients in accordance with Licensure regulations defined by the governing licensing board.


• Utilizes and obtains and interprets information in terms of patient needs, knowledge of growth, development, and an understanding of the evidence- based range of treatment options for specific populations.


• Provides comprehensive case management services/assessment as warranted.


• Assess Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) and provide information, education and/or referrals as appropriate to meet identified patient needs.


• Collaborates with the patient (with their consent), family, and other support persons involved in the patient's care to develop a comprehensive discharge plan that best meets the continuing care needs of the patient.


• Reassesses treatment plan on an ongoing basis , evaluates progress, revises plan when clinically indicated.


• Maintains protected patient health information as required by law, State Licensing, TJC and HMH policy.


• Assists other behavioral/medical team members in responding to emergencies.


• Has a working knowledge of various community agencies and resources and refers patients when appropriate.


• Lifts a minimum of 5 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 5 lbs. and stands a minimum of 4 hours a day.


• Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.) This process includes communicating and providing instruction/education with the patient, parent and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.).


• Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies.


• Receive proper supervision as per their Licensed Board.


• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW), Master's degree in Counseling, or related fields.


• 0-3 years of total work experience in Social Work or related fields.


• Work under the supervision or guidance of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with approved clinical supervision or ACS credential.


• Ability to perform psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans.


• Knowledge of crisis intervention theory and its application in a variety of settings.


• Knowledge of disease management and disease process and differential diagnosis and treatment techniques.


• Ability to work as part of a team, while building collaborative relationships.


• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Licenses And Certifications Required

• Associate Counselor License or NJ Licensed Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapy,Associate Counselor.


• EPS Department Specific Certification: Crisis Prevention & Intervention (CPI) certification, or completion required during new hire orientation.

If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

Compensation

Minimum rate of $37,637.60 Annually

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

• Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.


• Experience: Years of relevant work experience.


• Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.


• Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.


• Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.


• Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.


• Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.

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