DOMESTIC VIOLENCE THERAPIST

Tri-County Community Action Agency; Passaic (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Tri-County Community Action Agency in Passaic, NJ is seeking a licensed therapist to provide diagnostic assessments, therapy, counseling, and support to clients on a caseload.

Responsibilities include scheduling appointments, conducting individual, family, couples, and group sessions, maintaining confidential records, collaborating with external agencies, and staying current with licensure requirements and DSM-5.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or related field required.
• Experience providing treatment to victims of domestic violence preferred.
• Minimum of one-year therapy experience in outpatient or in-home setting; DSM-5 knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and conduct regular appointments with clients
• Conduct individual, family, couples, and group sessions
• Establish positive and trusting relationships with clients
• Record and maintain intake forms, biopsychosocial assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and inventories
• Collaborate with outside agencies to ensure continuity of care
• Maintain confidentiality and stay compliant with licenses
• Participate in weekly supervision and staff meetings
• Assist with outreach efforts

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Active listening

Documentation

Confidentiality

DSM-5 knowledge

Education

Master's degree

Graduate degree

Job description

Job Details

Location: Passaic Wellness Center, Passaic, NJ 07055

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Graduate Degree

Salary: $70,000.00 - $73,000.00 per year

Travel: Up to 25%

Job Description

Therapist is responsible for providing diagnostic assessments, therapy, counseling, and support services to individuals assigned to his/her caseload.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Schedule and conduct regular appointments with clients
• Able to conduct individual, family, couples, and group sessions
• Establish positive and trusting relationships with clients
• Implement various treatments and protocols to provide guidance and appropriately address client needs
• Accurately diagnose based on client’s symptoms
• Continually assess client situations and provide proper ongoing treatments
• Educate and involve family members or other loved ones in the treatment process when necessary
• Collaborate with outside agencies, as necessary, to ensure continuity of care
• Record and maintain adequate documentation (intake forms, biopsychosocial assessment, treatment plans, progress notes, mental health inventories, etc.)
• Maintain neat and organized client files and workspace
• When required, refer clients to outside sources or agencies that can better address their specific needs
• Maintain the strictest confidentiality of each client
• Maintain all required licenses
• Provide mental health related trainings and attend community meetings as needed
• Participate in weekly supervision and staff meetings
• Assist with outreach efforts

Job Requirements

• Education: Graduate Degree
• Experience: 1 Year
• Minimum of a Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field preferred
• Meet all necessary state licensure requirements for NJ
• Experience providing treatment to victims of domestic violence
• Minimum of one-year therapy experience in an outpatient or in-home setting
• Must have experience with utilizing short-term therapy modalities
• Knowledgeable of the DSM-5
• Must obtain personal liability insurance upon hiring

Other Skills

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to actively listen
• Solid relationship-building capabilities
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• A positive and compassionate attitude
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize needs
• Willingness to stay updated on new treatments, protocols, and licensure requirements within the field
• Passion for advancing in the mental health field
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Able to maintain a flexible schedule