Pediatric Psychotherapist | Family-Centered Care

RWJBarnabas Health; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health’s Children’s Specialized Hospital seeks a Psychotherapist to provide pediatric behavioral health evaluations and psychotherapy within a collaborative team. You will engage with children, adolescents, and families, delivering evidence-based treatments in a family-centered approach.

The role emphasizes comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, and coordination with physicians and school partners to support emotional well-being and adaptive functioning in a dynamic hospital

Qualifications

• Education: Master's or doctoral degree in the applicable professional discipline, consistent with license requirements.
• Current New Jersey licensure or authorization (LCSW/LPC/LMFT) is required or eligible.
• Clinical experience and evidence-based practice knowledge are expected.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments and diagnostic evaluations to identify patients' needs.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
• Provide individual psychotherapy and family-focused interventions to address clinical goals.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary providers to ensure coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and adhere to ethical and regulatory standards.

Education

Master's degree in applicable professional discipline

Doctoral degree in applicable professional discipline

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health’s Children’s Specialized Hospital seeks a Psychotherapist to provide pediatric behavioral health evaluations and psychotherapy within a collaborative team. You will engage with children, adolescents, and families, delivering evidence-based treatments in a family-centered approach.

The role emphasizes comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, and coordination with physicians and school partners to support emotional well-being and adaptive functioning in a dynamic hospital