Clinical Therapist I (Full-Time)

Hackensack Meridian Health•Perth Amboy, NJ

About The Position

The Clinical Therapist I works with a multidisciplinary treatment team to provide psychological and social interventions supporting patients and families in matters relating to behavioral and medical health, levels of care, disease and illness, wellness, and recovery. The role provides patient assessment, treatment, education, case management, and discharge planning under appropriate clinical supervision. Services must comply with 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 a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (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.
Required license: Associate Counselor License, New Jersey Licensed Social Worker, or Marriage and Family Therapy/Associate Counselor license.
EPS Department requirement: Crisis Prevention & Intervention (CPI) certification, or completion during new-hire orientation.
Carrier Clinic requirement: Handle with Care certification, or completion during new-hire orientation.

Responsibilities

Assess patients’ psychosocial needs under the supervision of a licensed leader or clinical supervisor, 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 policies.
Provide services and interventions in accordance with regulations set by the governing licensing board.
Use information about patient needs, growth, and development, and evidence-based treatment options for specific populations.
Provide comprehensive case management services and assessments as warranted.
Assess Social Determinants of Health and provide information, education, or referrals to address identified needs.
Collaborate, with patient consent, with patients, families, and support persons to develop comprehensive discharge plans that address 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 other behavioral and medical team members in responding to emergencies.
Maintain knowledge of community agencies and resources and refer patients when appropriate.
Lift, push, and pull a minimum of 5 pounds and stand for a minimum of four hours per day.
Identify the needs of the patient population and adapt care and communication to patients’ age, culture, language, sensory needs, developmental level, education, and literacy.
Adhere to the standards identified in the Medical Center’s Organizational Competencies.
Receive proper supervision as required by the applicable licensing board.
Perform additional duties as assigned.