Crisis Counselor

St. Joseph's Health; Paterson (NJ); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 72.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

St. Joseph’s Health in Paterson, NJ is seeking a Crisis Counselor for its Psychiatric Emergency Services/Screening Center.

The role provides crisis intervention, clinical assessments, treatment planning, psychoeducation, referral and advocacy to individuals in psychiatric crisis across hospital and community settings. You will work with diverse populations, apply knowledge of DSM‑V, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Formación

• Master’s degree in behavioral health sciences with clinical focus; post-master experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health sciences with 3 years of experience.

Responsabilidades

• Crisis intervention and stabilization for individuals in psychiatric crisis.
• Conduct clinical assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Psychoeducation and referral/advocacy for patients and families.
• Assess crisis situations in community mobile outreach and hospital settings.
• Respect diverse cultural backgrounds and language needs.

Conocimientos

Effective communication

Written communication

Independent clinical skills

DSM-V knowledge

Educación

Master’s degree in behavioral health sciences

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health sciences

Descripción del empleo

St. Joseph’s Health is recognized for the expertise and compassion of its highly skilled and responsive staff. The combined efforts of the organization’s outstanding physicians, superb nurses, and dedicated clinical and professional staff have made us one of the most highly respected healthcare organizations in the state, the largest employer in Passaic County, and one of the nation’s “100 Best Places to Work in Health Care”.

Job Summary

The Crisis Counselor position for St. Joseph’s Health Psychiatric Emergency Services/Screening Center provides services to individuals in psychiatric crisis. Services include but are not limited to: crisis intervention; clinical assessments; treatment planning; psychoeducation; referral and advocacy. The position also involves assessment of individuals in crisis in the community mobile outreach and hospital setting. The population of individuals we serve come from diverse cultural backgrounds. Clinical presentation, language spoken, communication needs, and age of populations served are varied as well.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in behavioral health sciences and one year of work experience post masters is preferred; or Bachelor’s Degree in behavioral health sciences with 3 years of experience
• Must be able to communicate effectively and demonstrate clear and organized written skills
• Must possess strong independent clinical skills and familiarity with various substance use disorders
• Knowledge of New Jersey Screening Law and its application
• Knowledge of DSM-V (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) and the ability to utilize it for diagnostic purposes in an emergency setting
• Valid driver’s license with no pending violations required

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.