Spanish Speaking Therapist (LCSW)

PAX; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PAX Health in New Jersey seeks a bilingual LCSW or LPC for outpatient services, focusing on workers' compensation clients. The clinician collaborates with the treatment team to provide comprehensive care tailored to patient needs and treatment levels.

The role requires direct clinical services, including individual, group, family, and couples therapy, with ongoing assessments and treatment planning. Strong EHR documentation and teamwork are essential components of daily work.

Qualifications

• Masters in Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
• Current license in New Jersey to practice independently as an LCSW or LPC.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Experience with workers' compensation clientele is a plus.
• Ability to communicate with patients and staff via multiple channels.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical services, including individuals, group, family and/or couples therapy.
• Conduct bio/psych/social assessments and formulate treatment plans under supervision.
• Meet for individual sessions with patients as progress dictates.
• Complete and assist with aftercare and discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate EHR documentation and participate in treatment team meetings.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Description

PAX Health is a leading mental and behavioral health organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to individuals facing mental health challenges. Our team of professionals strive to create an environment where mental health is prioritized, stigma is eradicated, and individuals can thrive in their journey towards well-being.

The New Jersey licensed LCSW or LPC collaborates with fellow treatment team members to ensure the provision of quality care tailored to the unique needs and care levels of each patient within an outpatient treatment setting.

This position involves direct care with the workers' compensation population.

Candidates must be bilingual in English/Spanish.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Receive, review, and promptly respond to intake referrals upon assignment of the case.
• Conduct Bio/Psych/Social assessments diagnostic impression and formulate treatment plans under the guidance of the Clinical Director.
• Meet for individual sessions with patients at a frequency determined by the ongoing assessment of progress in treatment.
• Complete and assist clients in aftercare and discharge planning
• Provide direct clinical services, including individuals group, family and/or couples therapy to clients and their families.
• Provide case management services as needed, including referrals to outside resources when necessary
• Ensures cohesion of all services documented within the clinical chart (including but not limited to services provided by case management medical providers and the laboratory), and assists with compliance of various standards.
• Maintain accurate, thoroughly documented client records with a quality of documentation that meets all applicable standards in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Utilize EHR to input all clinical documentation
• Attend and participate in treatment team meetings as scheduled to ensure quality of care for clients
• Attend staff development and general staff meetings
• Attend staff and clinical trainings
• Communicate with Medical Director and other prescribers to ensure quality clinical services are provided to the client on a timely and as needed basis Participate in and attend supervision/consultation with Clinical Director.
• Collaborate with members of the multi-disciplinary treatment team to ensure effective delivery of a full spectrum of clinical services
• Comply with local, state and federal confidentiality laws and regulations
• Collaborate with professionals both within and outside the agency, as appropriate
• Demonstrate sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural differences
• Abide by PAX Health code of ethics and model values

Requirements

• Must be able to communicate with patients and staff members through various forms of communication, including email, phone
• Computer literacy is required. Must be able to use Word, Excel, etc. Experience on EHR software is a plus
• Candidates must be bilingual in English/Spanish.
• Masters in Social Work, Psychology or related field AND:
• Current license (NJ) to practice independently as an LCSW or LPC
• Experience with workers' compensation clientele is a plus.
• LCADC or CADC is a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Statement for PAX Health

PAX Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are valued, respected, and treated fairly. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.