Therapist - $5000 Sign-On Bonus is Available

Acenda Health•Mantua Township, NJ

About The Position

The Therapist will offer counseling and mental health services. Services may include evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of mental illness and other psychological issues. As an integrated health organization, Acenda values the use of evidence-based practice or EBP's.

Requirements

Workplace Code of Conduct and Ethics
Interpersonal Communication
Collaboration and Teamwork
Cultural Competence and Adaptability
Screening and Assessment
Care Planning and Coordination
Systems-Oriented Practice
Practice-Based Learning and Quality Improvement
Technologically Proficient
Establishes rapport, gathers clinical data, assesses readiness for treatment; and applies criteria for diagnosis
Screens for psychoactive substance toxicity, intoxication, withdrawal symptoms, co-occurring mental health conditions, and risk of harm to self or others.
Interprets screening results to determine treatment priorities
Demonstrates knowledge of age-appropriate developmental milestones.
Formulates measurable, individualized treatment goals and objectives.
Applies evidence-based or accepted case management practices.
Demonstrates communication and advocacy skills.
Understands and complies with Fair Housing rules and regulations.
Bachelors/Master's degree in counseling, marriage and family therapy, psychology or similar degree (dependent on program)
One or more years of experience providing direct care
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Must be able to exercise independent thinking and good judgment under all circumstances.
Must be able to analyze work, set goals, develop plans, and utilize time effectively and efficiently.

Nice To Haves

Additional Competency Based on Program
Substance Use Disorder Programs
Children and Youth Programs
Housing Support Services for Homeless Clients

Responsibilities

May provide counseling including relationship, premarital, separation, divorce, and child counseling services
Gathers and analyzes information through a variety of methods that may include observation, interviews, self-report inventories, group discussions, and/or formal assessments
Identifies problematic behavioral, communication, and relationship patterns
Partner with clients to monitor adherence to their treatment plan, evaluate effectiveness, monitor progress in a timely manner, and facilitate changes as required
Facilitate client linkages, referrals and access to appropriate treatment, community supports and medical or specialty providers according to the treatment plan
Maintain an active caseload
Develops and maintains accurate records, reports and chart documentation in a complete and timely manner according to program guidelines and established procedures
Ensures quality and accuracy of written and verbal communications
Support the Quality/Compliance/Risk function as required
Drafts and submits necessary paperwork to insurance companies
Maintains compliance with ethical codes and standards
Performs other related duties as assigned