General Mental Health Clinician

Unlocked Potentital; Middlesex (NJ); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Employee discounts

Job summary

Unlocked Potential in New Jersey is seeking a General Mental Health Clinician to provide assessment and treatment to patients of all ages. The role emphasizes independent work with a flexible schedule tailored to your location.

Candidates must hold a valid licensed clinician credential and possess strong assessment skills and knowledge of HIPAA regulations. Benefits include paid time off and employee assistance programs.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Licensed Clinician (LCSW, LPC or LMFT).
• Must comply with all HIPAA laws as it relates to Protected Health Information.
• Reliable, punctual, organized, and a self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments to evaluate mental health and behavioral conditions.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.
• Maintain accurate progress notes for treatment and billing.

Skills

Assessment of mental health conditions

Development of treatment plans

Knowledge of HIPAA laws

Ability to work independently

Education

Valid Licensed Clinician (LCSW, LPC or LMFT)

Tools

Computer and cell phone skills

Job description

Job Description

The General Mental Health Clinician functions as an independent healthcare provider who, working collaboratively within a team, provides mental health diagnostic assessment and treatment to children, adolescents, adults, and their families.

Responsibilities include assessment/intake, treatment planning, individual and group therapy, case management, and related documentation. Our Clinicians demonstrate an advanced level of clinical knowledge, communication and interdisciplinary collaboration, professionalism and systems-based practice.

Locations:

• Middlesex County, NJ
• Passaic County, NJ
• Monmouth County, NJ
• Essex County, NJ
• Somerset County, NJ
• Union County, NJ

Highlights and Benefits:

• No "Non-Compete" Clause – Expand on your job opportunities.
• Flexible Schedule & Kiddos in your Area – Create your own schedule and work close to home.
• Being able to work independently.
• Paid time off – Minimum of 8 hours per week.

Job Specifications and Requirements:

• Perform assessments to evaluate a variety of mental health and behavioral conditions to children, adolescents and adults.
• Develop individualized treatment plans to fit the needs of each patient using appropriate diagnostic and patient placement criteria.
• Ensure that each patient’s rights are protected and that they are provided with appropriate interventions based on ability to participate, cultural concerns, and diagnostic impression.
• Keep and maintain accurate progress notes for treatment records and billing.
• Attend all necessary meetings, discussions, and supervisions to ensure high quality continuity of care.

Qualifications

Additional Requirements and Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid Licensed Clinician (LCSW, LPC or LMFT).
• Must comply with all HIPAA laws as it relates to Protected Health Information.
• Must consent to and pass a criminal background check.
• Must be willing to go into the home of the families served for the authorized number of hours per week based on each referral.
• Must possess a driver’s license and access to reliable transportation (vehicle must be documented by the agency to be insured and registered).
• Must have moderate to advanced computer and cell phone knowledge.
• Must be able to continuously complete role functions requiring sufficient physical ability, mobility, vision, hearing, and communication when providing direct services to youth and families in the home, community, and/or via telehealth.
• Must be reliable, punctual, organized, and a self-starter.
• Must be creative, enthusiastic, and a team player.
• Bilingual or sign language a plus.

Additional Information

• Paid Time
• Paid for required meetings/trainings
• Employee discounts through our discount program.
• Employee assistance program.

Unlocked Potential is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age.