Crisis Therapist - CRSC

Care Plus NJ, Inc.; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision

Life insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

401k Plan

Job summary

Care Plus NJ, Inc. is seeking a licensed clinical social worker to provide crisis intervention, assessment, and brief psychotherapy at our Paramus-based CRSC.

You will work with individuals referred to our services, applying evidence-based modalities to support mental health recovery and coordinated care. The role emphasizes collaboration with the treatment team, ongoing supervision, and delivering services in-person and via telemedicine.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work required.
• NJ license to provide clinical services (LCSW/LPC) required.
• Minimum 1+ years of experience providing clinical services to individuals with SMI/SUD/COD.

Responsibilities

• Conduct crisis intervention, assessment, and psychotherapy for individuals referred to the CRSC.
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling in-person and via telemedicine.
• Document interventions timely and accurately.
• Utilize evidence-based practices such as CBT and motivational interviewing.
• Collaborate with treatment team to ensure coordinated care.
• Participate in supervision and team meetings.
• Educate clients and families about diagnosis, medications, risks, benefits, and outcomes.
• Link to community resources and coordinate inter-agency care.

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Tools

Telemedicine platforms

Job description

Location: 610 Valley Health Plaza, Paramus NJ
Full-time 40 hours, On-site: 4 (10 hour days),some evenings & weekends
Salary $70-75K

What We offer:

• Health, Dental, and Vision
• Life insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation
• 401k Plan

Note: That's not all! We have even more benefits available. Our recruiting team will provide you with more information as you continue with your interview process. Benefit eligibility is based on the specific requirements and criteria of each plan.

Job Summary

You will provide crisis intervention, assessment, and psychotherapeutic, brief counseling to individuals who are referred to the CRSC for services. Through the use of carious evidence-based modalities (such as CBT, MI, etc.), you will aid in the mental health recovery journey of your clients.Additionally, you will ensure program goals and objectives are accomplished by fulfilling job and team responsibilities as assigned.

What You Will Do:

• Conduct clinical comprehensive assessments for individuals presenting to the CRSC.
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling services both in-person and via telemedicine.
• Document interventions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Utilize evidenced-based practices in clinical interventions, including cognitive behavioral therapy interventions, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care.
• Collaborate with treatment team and recovery support personnel to ensure care is coordinated.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Offer education to clients and their families regarding diagnosis, medications, risks, benefits, and expected outcomes.
• Provide crisis intervention services and substance abuse treatment, as well as social and coping skills training.
• Build and maintain relationships with family and other key support systems.
• Participate in weekly supervision and team meetings.
• Implement evidence-based interventions (such as CBT, MI, etc.) and assessments to help individuals achieve their treatment goals, link to community resources, and provide inter-agency coordination of treatment.

What We Are Looking For:

• Master's Degree in social work or related field with applicable license to provide clinical services.
• Must have current New Jersey license as a LCSW/LPC
• At least 1+ years of experience providing clinical services to individuals with SMI, SUD, and/or COD.
• Free Clinical Supervision

Studies have shown that women, communities of color, and historically underrepresented individuals are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. At CarePlus NJ Inc, we are committed to building a workforce that is representative of all members of our community.

Who Are We?

The CRSC follows Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, et seq and NJ Law Against Discrimination. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State laws.