Clinical Therapist I (Crisis) - (Full-Time)

Hackensack Meridian Health•Hackensack, NJ

23h

About The Position

The Clinical Therapist I works with a multidisciplinary treatment team to provide psychological and social interventions supporting patients and families with behavioral and medical health needs, levels of care, disease and illness, wellness, and recovery. The role is an overnight shift from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. The therapist works under required clinical supervision and provides services in accordance with applicable licensing regulations and department and hospital policies.

Requirements

Master's degree in Social Work (MSW), Counseling, or a related field.
0–3 years of total work experience in Social Work or a related field.
Work under the supervision or guidance of an LCSW or LPC with approved clinical supervision or an ACS credential.
Ability to perform psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans.
Knowledge of crisis intervention theory and its application in a variety of settings.
Knowledge of disease management, disease processes, differential diagnosis, and treatment techniques.
Ability to work as part of a team and build collaborative relationships.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient computer skills, potentially including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.
Associate Counselor License, New Jersey Licensed Social Worker, or Marriage and Family Therapy Associate Counselor credential.
EPS Department: CPI certification, or completion during new-hire orientation.
Carrier Clinic: Handle with Care certification, or completion during new-hire orientation.

Responsibilities

Assess patients' psychosocial needs under supervision and develop treatment plans and reviews according to findings and department policy.
Provide behavioral and medical health treatment and education, including assessment, psychotherapeutic counseling, and individual or group therapy; share and interpret information with staff, families, and approved agencies.
Complete documentation in accordance with department and hospital policy.
Provide services and interventions in accordance with regulations established by the governing licensing board.
Use information about patient needs, growth and development, and evidence-based treatment options for relevant populations.
Provide comprehensive case management services and assessments as warranted.
Assess Social Determinants of Health and provide appropriate information, education, or referrals.
Collaborate, with patient consent, with patients, families, and support persons to develop comprehensive discharge plans addressing continuing care needs.
Reassess treatment plans, evaluate progress, and revise plans when clinically indicated.
Maintain protected patient health information as required by law, state licensing requirements, The Joint Commission, and HMH policy.
Assist behavioral and medical team members in responding to emergencies.
Maintain working knowledge of community agencies and resources and refer patients when appropriate.
Modify and deliver care to meet the needs of the patient population, including age, culture, language, and hearing or visual needs, and communicate or provide education at the patient's or caregiver's level.
Adhere to the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies.
Receive supervision as required by the applicable licensing board.
Lift at least 5 pounds, push and pull at least 5 pounds, and stand at least 4 hours per day.
Perform additional duties as assigned and comply with department- or program-specific requirements.