Clinical Therapist I (Crisis) - Per Diem

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. is seeking a Clinical Therapist I in Perth Amboy, New Jersey. The successful candidate will work closely with a multidisciplinary treatment team to provide psychological and social interventions aimed at supporting patients and their families dealing with behavioral and medical health issues. Required qualifications include a Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling, relevant experience, and specific licenses. The position emphasizes team collaboration and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW), Counseling, or related fields.
• 0-3 years of experience in Social Work or related fields.
• Ability to develop treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Work with a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Provide psychological and social interventions.
• Support patients and families with behavioral health.

Skills

Psychosocial assessments

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Computer proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)

Master's degree in Counseling

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

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.

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.