Psychologist, Sex Offender

Cfg Health System; Chatsworth (NJ); On-site; USD 92,299 - 99,187; Full time

Job summary

Cfg Health System is seeking a Psychologist for the Juvenile Justice Center in Chatsworth, NJ. This full-time position offers a competitive salary between $67.00 and $72.00 hourly. As a Psychologist, you will assess, diagnose, and treat individuals dealing with mental health issues, while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology, an active state license, and relevant experience. This role requires strong clinical judgment, empathy, and the ability to work with diverse populations.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical, counseling, or related psychology setting preferred.
• Knowledge of psychological testing and assessment tools.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments, evaluations, and diagnostic testing.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide individual, group, and/or family therapy.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking

Empathy and active listening skills

Crisis management and problem-solving abilities

Education

Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Psychology from an accredited institution

Current state licensure as a Psychologist

Job description

Job Details

Location: Chatsworth, NJ 08019

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $67.00 - $72.00 hourly

Job Shift: Day

Position Summary

The Psychologist at the Juvenile Justice Center in Chatsworth, NJ is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating individuals experiencing mental health, emotional, and behavioral disorders. This role involves providing therapeutic interventions, conducting psychological evaluations, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to support patient well-being and treatment outcomes. Must have sex offender experience with juveniles.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments, evaluations, and diagnostic testing
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Provide individual, group, and/or family therapy
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory standards
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals
• Provide crisis intervention and support when necessary
• Educate clients and families on mental health conditions and coping strategies
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards, confidentiality laws, and organizational policies
• Other duties as assigned

Certifications / Licenses

• Active psychologist license in the state of employment
• CPR/First Aid certification (if required by employer)

Work Environment

• Clinical, hospital, outpatient, or private practice setting
• May involve working with diverse populations including children, adults, and families

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods
• Occasional standing, walking, and light lifting as needed

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking
• Empathy and active listening skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Crisis management and problem‑solving abilities

Organizational Expectations

• Provides a positive and professional representation of CFG Health Systems, LLC.
• Promotes a culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention.
• Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice.
• Adheres to infection control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations.
• Participate in ongoing quality improvement activities.
• Completes required orientation as directed by the facility.
• Follows facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures while on assignment.
• Follows facility and CFG Health Systems occurrence protocol.
• Upholds HIPAA and PREA regulations.
• Punctual and dependable for assigned/confirmed shifts.
• Maintains security clearance for the assigned facility.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon written request to your supervisor for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities functions. May regularly be required to stand, sit, walk, reach, bend, kneel, crouch, or stretch for prolonged periods of time.

Ability to communicate and understand written and verbal communication.

The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Psychology from an accredited institution
• Current state licensure as a Psychologist
• Experience in clinical, counseling, or related psychology setting preferred
• Knowledge of psychological testing and assessment tools
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills