Mental Health Clinician (LSW, LCSW, or LAC), Child/Adolescent Psych Op

Job Title: Mental Health Clinician

Location: New Point Campus

Department Name: Child/Adolescent Psych Op

Req #: 0000225058

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $37.41 - $46.77 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

As a Mental Health Clinician for the Child Outpatient program, you are responsible for the direct provision of services to youth and family therapy services, including group and individual/family counseling.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Master's Degree
• LSW, LCSW, or LAC

Preferred:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full-Time (FT)

Essential Functions:

• Formulates and implements evidence based forms of psycho-therapeutic interventions with patients and families which include, but are not limited to: individual, family, parent and group therapies, which are geared toward achieving identified patient goals
• Interprets nature of illness and prescribed course of treatment to patients/families
• Analyzes data from standard instruments, and modified treatment approaches and techniques accordingly
• Conducts psychosocial assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and risk assessments to assess patients needs
• Completes the initial and subsequently revised treatment plans according to specified outpatient standards
• Meets established productivity standards and billable hours
• Maintains accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory standards
• Obtains appropriate release of information
• Participates in team meetings, case reviews, and continuing education,
• Uphold ethical standards and comply with Licensure regulations and HIPAA
• Collaborates with other hospital programs and community agencies with which patients and families are involved in order to support patient needs and discharge plans
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer