CLINICAL SPECIALIST, PROGRAM FOR ASSERTIVE COMMUNITY TREATMENT PACT

Job Description

Job Description

Join the Cumberland County Guidance Center team as a Full Time Clinical Specialist-PACT in Bridgeton, NJ, where your expertise as a Clinician (LSW, LAC, LCSW, or LPC) will make a remarkable impact. This onsite role offers a unique opportunity to engage directly with clients in a dynamic and supportive environment. You will be at the forefront of enhancing lives, utilizing your problem-solving skills and empathy to deliver outstanding care.

With a competitive salary ranging from $45,000 to $55,000 , you’ll be recognized for your valuable contributions. Immerse yourself in a culture that prioritizes customer-centricity and celebrates energetic collaboration. Embrace the chance to grow professionally while making a difference in the community.

You will be provided great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Employee Discounts. Seize this thrilling opportunity to redefine your career!

For over 60 years, The Guidance Center has been a primary mental health support agency, providing compassionate, professional care to individuals and families in Cumberland County, NJ. As a non-profit organization, our dedicated team of professionals, including doctors, nurses, therapists, and support staff, works to diagnose and treat all types of mental illness.

As a Clinical Specialist at Cumberland County Guidance Center, you will immerse yourself in a collaborative environment, participating in daily team meetings and case reviews while delivering individual and group counseling through evidence-based approaches. Your expertise will be essential in providing emergency mental health assessments and consulting with medical staff on client medication needs. You’ll take an active role in educating and supporting clients’ families and support systems, ensuring a holistic approach to care.

Regular assessment of client progress, along with coordination with community providers and facilitating transportation services, will empower clients on their journey toward independence. Additionally, you'll share in the on-call rotation with PACT team members and engage in ongoing quality improvement initiatives, making a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve.

To excel as a Clinical Specialist at Cumberland County Guidance Center, you will need a Master's degree from an accredited institution in a human services discipline such as social work or psychology, along with a minimum of two years of post-bachelor's experience providing mental health services to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Success in this role hinges on your comprehensive knowledge of community resources and agencies, allowing you to navigate and connect clients with essential support systems. A valid automobile driver's license that meets agency standards is necessary, alongside a commitment to maintaining a flexible 40-hour work schedule to meet client needs. Additionally, proficiency in both English and Spanish is strongly preferred, as it enhances your ability to connect with and serve a diverse clientele effectively.

Your empathetic approach, combined with problem-solving skills, will be essential in fostering positive client outcomes.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a human services discipline (social work psychology or related field)
• Minimum of two (2) years of post-bachelor's experience in the provision of mental health services specifically working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness
• Knowledge of community resources and agencies
• Possession of a valid New Jersey driver's license with a clean five-year driving record that meets organizational standards and qualifies for insurance coverage.
• Spanish-speaking candidates strongly preferred

If you think this job is a fit for what you are looking for, great! We're excited to meet you!

A Background Check is required Clear Five year driving record/abstract with ability to be insured by organizations carrier.