CLINICAL SPECIALIST, PROGRAM FOR ASSERTIVE COMMUNITY TREATMENT PACT

Job Description

Job Description

Clinical Specialist - PACT Program - Full-Time (40 hours per week) - Competitive Salary

Join Our Team at The Guidance Center!

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.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary

• Comprehensive Health, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Low-Cost Dependent Coverage

• Organization-Paid Life Insurance

• 403B and ROTH Retirement Plans with Employer Match

• Pension Plan

• Generous Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time

• Additional Compensation for Qualified Spanish-Speaking Candidates

• Employee Referral Bonus

• Employee Discounts (auto, event tickets, insurance, wireless services, and more)

What You Need to Apply:

• 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 driver's license with a clean five-year driving record that meets organizational standards and qualifies for insurance coverage.

• Willingness to work a flexible 40-hour weekly schedule

• Spanish-speaking candidates strongly preferred

Position Overview:

As a Clinical Specialist for the Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT), you will play a key role in the development and implementation of individualized recovery plans. You will collaborate closely with the PACT team and other service providers to ensure clients receive evidence-based care that promotes recovery, stability, and community integration.

What Does This Position Look Like?

A Clinical Specialist participates in daily team meetings and case reviews, providing individual and group counseling using evidence-based approaches. You will provide emergency mental health assessments, consult with medical staff on client medication needs, and deliver education and support to clients' families and support systems. This role involves regular assessment of client progress, coordination with community providers, and transportation services that promote client independence. You will also be part of the on-call rotation with other PACT team members and contribute to ongoing quality improvement initiatives.

Join us in making a difference in our community!

The Guidance Center is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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