Clinical Therapist I (Per Diem)

Hackensack Meridian Health; Stafford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Clinical Therapist I to join a multidisciplinary team delivering psychological and social interventions. The role supports patients and families across behavioral and medical health, care levels, disease management, and wellness goals.

Required MSW or Counseling degree with 0–3 years of experience, supervision by a licensed professional, and CPI/Handle with Care certifications. Strong communication and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 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 an LCSW or 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 differential diagnosis and treatment techniques.
• Ability to work as part of a team, building collaborative relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills (Office/Google Suite).

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

MSW or Counseling degree

Job description

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.

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.

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Minimum rate of $36.19 Hourly

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.