STAFF CLINICIAN FULL-TIME DAY SHIFT 24235

Bergen County Improvement Authority • Paramus, NJ

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About The Position

Join Our Team at New Bridge Medical Center! We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Staff Clinician.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in psychiatric social work or comparable experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work with behaviorally impaired populations or those with addictions.
• Understanding of addiction treatments, including pharmacology.
• Cultural competence.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Bilingual skills are a plus (Spanish, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Provide social work services including assessment, counseling, consultation, planning, community organization, policy, administration, research, and client-centered advocacy.
• Deliver clinical social work services under the supervision of a LCSW, including clinical assessment, consultation, psychotherapeutic counseling, and advocacy.
• Counsel clients at both individual and group levels around emotional and mental health issues.
• Build and maintain strong rapport with clients in groups and individually.
• Perform accurate clinical assessments of clients, including mental, emotional, and physical health.
• Keep detailed and concise records of each client throughout their treatment.
• Conduct professional consultations with medical professionals, therapists, and court officers as appropriate.
• Perform screenings, intake assessments, and consultations for evaluation of individual and family dynamics.
• Provide ongoing social work intervention and education to patients, families, and significant others.
• Utilize individual, family, group work, and crisis intervention methods to identify and intervene in problems.
• Complete comprehensive psychosocial histories in a timely manner.
• Provide direct treatment services to patients using appropriate modalities.
• Act as a resource to the healthcare team regarding issues of chemical dependence and abuse.
• Provide case management services for assigned caseloads.
• Interpret the nature of illness and prescribed treatment to patients and families.
• Act as a liaison to the healthcare team regarding family dynamics.
• Advocate for patients with other Medical Center programs and community providers.
• Make presentations on social work issues and available resources as part of community outreach.
• Participate in interdisciplinary diagnostic and treatment planning conferences.
• Fulfill all case recording, statistical reporting, and documentation requirements.
• Provide clinical supervision to paraprofessional staff and students as assigned.
• Assist in developing discharge care plans.
• Maintain established departmental policies and procedures.
• Participate in required department meetings.
• Enhance professional growth through education programs and workshops.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Generous time off policy including vacation days, personal time, sick leave, and nine paid holidays.
• Robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: Master's degree