CLINICAL THERAPIST I (FULL-TIME)

JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 74,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in New Jersey is seeking a Clinical Therapist I for a full-time position focused on providing psychological support and treatment to patients. The role involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, conducting assessments and developing personalized treatment plans to enhance patient well-being. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Social Work and a passion for helping others.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Social Work or related fields.
• 0-3 years of experience in a relevant role.
• Ability to perform assessments and develop treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Provide therapy and education to patients and their families.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care.

Skills

Psychosocial assessments

Crisis intervention theory

Team collaboration

Excellent communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

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Clinical Therapist I (Full-Time)

RARITAN BAY MEDICAL CENTER- PERTH AMBOY Perth Amboy, New Jersey

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• Requisition # 2025-165785
• ShiftDay
• StatusFull 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

A day in the life of a Clinical Therapist I at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• 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.
  
  

In addition to the responsibilities listed in this job description, it is understood that each department/program may have specific requirements and/or regulations based on the level of care and treatments/services provided and/or the patient population receiving those treatments/services. These specific responsibilities will be reviewed with applicants/team members during the interview process and again at time of hire.

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.
• Carrier Clinic Specific Certification: Handle with Care certification, or completion required during new hire orientation.
  
  

Contacts

• Regular contact with medical personnel and its visitors.
  
  

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

Compensation

Starting at $74,152.00 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.

Job Duties

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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