Grief & Trauma Center Clinician

Bright Harbor Healthcare; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 Paid Holidays

Sick Days

Personal Days

Accrued Vacation

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance & LT Disability

403B Plan

Training/Education Credits

Public Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Bright Harbor Healthcare's Grief & Trauma Center in Toms River, NJ is seeking a Community Clinician to provide trauma-informed therapy to children, adolescents, and families. You will deliver individual, family, and group services and contribute to a compassionate, inclusive care plan.

Join a multidisciplinary team, conduct assessments, create measurable treatment plans, educate families about grief and trauma, and ensure thorough documentation. NJ LSW or higher is required.

Qualifications

• Must have NJ LSW/LAC or higher.
• Provide trauma-informed therapy to children, adolescents and families.
• Coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team and maintain accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to clients experiencing grief, trauma, and loss using trauma-informed and evidence-based therapeutic approaches
• Provide therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and families who have faced trauma, ensuring an inclusive, compassionate environment
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine the specific mental health needs of clients, focusing on the impact of trauma and grief
• Develop personalized treatment plans with measurable goals to support clients in their healing and recovery journey
• Provide education and psychoeducation around grief, loss, trauma, and the grieving process to help clients better understand their experiences and responses
• Support clients in building resilience, developing coping mechanisms, and managing symptoms associated with trauma, such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries
• Coordinate care with external providers, such as medical professionals, social services, and other community resources, to ensure clients receive comprehensive support
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic care, participating in case consultations and team meetings as needed

Skills

Trauma-informed therapy

Evidence-based therapy

Group therapy

Individual therapy

Family therapy

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Psychoeducation

Documentation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

NJ LSW/LAC or higher

Job description

At Bright Harbor Healthcare, we recognize that exposure to trauma can significantly impair a child's ability to self-regulate emotions and negatively impact executive functioning. We understand the importance of family engagement and participation in youth recovery. The Grief & Trauma Center is a specialized program focusing on children and adolescents who have experienced traumatic events, as well as their parents. Additionally, the center is dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and families in the LGBTQIA+ community who have faced trauma.

Position Title:

Community Clinician

Position Type:

Full Time; 35 Hours Weekly

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Location:

Toms River, NJ

Department:

The Grief & Trauma Center

Information:

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Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to clients experiencing grief, trauma, and loss using trauma-informed and evidence-based therapeutic approaches
• Provide therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and families who have faced trauma, ensuring an inclusive, compassionate environment
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine the specific mental health needs of clients, focusing on the impact of trauma and grief
• Develop personalized treatment plans with measurable goals to support clients in their healing and recovery journey
• Provide education and psychoeducation around grief, loss, trauma, and the grieving process to help clients better understand their experiences and responses
• Support clients in building resilience, developing coping mechanisms, and managing symptoms associated with trauma, such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries
• Coordinate care with external providers, such as medical professionals, social services, and other community resources, to ensure clients receive comprehensive support
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic care, participating in case consultations and team meetings as needed

Requirements:

• Must have a valid NJ LSW/LAC or higher
• Must be comfortable providing treatment to children through adulthood in group and individual settings

Benefits:

Full Benefits!

• 12 Paid Holidays
• Sick Days
• Personal Days
• Accrued Vacation
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• 403B Plan with Company Match
• Opportunities for training/education/Continuing Education Credits
• Opportunities for Public Loan Forgiveness