Clinical Therapist I (Crisis) - (Full-Time)
Hackensack Meridian Health, Hackensack, NJ, United States
Description
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Together, we keep getting better – advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
Clinical Therapist I
will work with a multidisciplinary treatment team to provide psychological, social, and behavioral interventions that support patients and families relating to behavioral/medical health, levels of care, disease and illness, and wellness and recovery.
Responsibilities
Provides a comprehensive assessment of a patient's psychosocial needs under supervision of a licensed leader/clinical supervisor and develops treatment plans and reviews based on findings and department policy.
Provides effective behavioral/medical health treatment and education to patients, including assessment, psychotherapeutic counseling, or therapy (individual and/or group), and shares and interprets information with staff, families, and other approved agencies.
Completes all documentation in accordance with department and hospital policy.
Provides all services and interventions to patients in accordance with licensure regulations defined by the governing licensing board.
Utilizes and obtains and interprets information in terms of patient needs, knowledge of growth and development, and an understanding of evidence‑based treatment options for specific populations.
Provides comprehensive case management services/assessment as warranted.
Assesses Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) and provides information, education and/or referrals as appropriate to meet identified patient needs.
Collaborates with the patient (with their consent), family, and other support persons involved in the patient's care to develop a comprehensive discharge plan that best meets the continuing care needs of the patient.
Reassesses treatment plan on an ongoing basis, evaluates progress, and revises plan when clinically indicated.
Maintains protected patient health information as required by law, state licensing, TJC, and HMH policy.
Assists other behavioral/medical team members in responding to emergencies.
Has a working knowledge of various community agencies and resources and refers patients when appropriate.
Lifts a minimum of 5 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 5 lbs., and stands a minimum of 4 hours a day.
Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (e.g., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired). This process includes communicating and providing instruction/education with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.).
Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies.
Receives proper supervision as per licensed board requirements.
Additional duties as assigned. In addition to the responsibilities listed in this job description, each department/program may have specific requirements and/or regulations based on the level of care and treatments/services provided and/or the patient population receiving those treatments/services. These specific responsibilities will be reviewed with applicants during the interview process and again at time of hire.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Social Work (MSW), Counseling, or related fields.
0‑3 years of total work experience in Social Work or related fields.
Work under the supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with approved clinical supervision or ACS credential.
Ability to perform psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans.
Knowledge of crisis intervention theory and its application in a variety of settings.
Knowledge of disease management and disease process and differential diagnosis and treatment techniques.
Ability to work as part of a team, while building collaborative relationships.
Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.
Licenses and Certifications Required
Associate Counselor License or New Jersey Licensed Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapy, Associate Counselor. EPS Department Specific Certification: Crisis Prevention & Intervention (CPI) certification, or completion required during new hire orientation. Carrier Clinic Specific Certification: Handle with Care certification, or completion required during new hire orientation.
Compensation and Benefits
The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may differ from the posted rate of pay based on experience, education, and other relevant factors. In addition to a competitive base salary, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. Minimum rate of $70,237.44 annually.
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Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Together, we keep getting better – advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
Clinical Therapist I
will work with a multidisciplinary treatment team to provide psychological, social, and behavioral interventions that support patients and families relating to behavioral/medical health, levels of care, disease and illness, and wellness and recovery.
Responsibilities
Provides a comprehensive assessment of a patient's psychosocial needs under supervision of a licensed leader/clinical supervisor and develops treatment plans and reviews based on findings and department policy.
Provides effective behavioral/medical health treatment and education to patients, including assessment, psychotherapeutic counseling, or therapy (individual and/or group), and shares and interprets information with staff, families, and other approved agencies.
Completes all documentation in accordance with department and hospital policy.
Provides all services and interventions to patients in accordance with licensure regulations defined by the governing licensing board.
Utilizes and obtains and interprets information in terms of patient needs, knowledge of growth and development, and an understanding of evidence‑based treatment options for specific populations.
Provides comprehensive case management services/assessment as warranted.
Assesses Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) and provides information, education and/or referrals as appropriate to meet identified patient needs.
Collaborates with the patient (with their consent), family, and other support persons involved in the patient's care to develop a comprehensive discharge plan that best meets the continuing care needs of the patient.
Reassesses treatment plan on an ongoing basis, evaluates progress, and revises plan when clinically indicated.
Maintains protected patient health information as required by law, state licensing, TJC, and HMH policy.
Assists other behavioral/medical team members in responding to emergencies.
Has a working knowledge of various community agencies and resources and refers patients when appropriate.
Lifts a minimum of 5 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 5 lbs., and stands a minimum of 4 hours a day.
Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (e.g., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired). This process includes communicating and providing instruction/education with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.).
Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies.
Receives proper supervision as per licensed board requirements.
Additional duties as assigned. In addition to the responsibilities listed in this job description, each department/program may have specific requirements and/or regulations based on the level of care and treatments/services provided and/or the patient population receiving those treatments/services. These specific responsibilities will be reviewed with applicants during the interview process and again at time of hire.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Social Work (MSW), Counseling, or related fields.
0‑3 years of total work experience in Social Work or related fields.
Work under the supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with approved clinical supervision or ACS credential.
Ability to perform psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans.
Knowledge of crisis intervention theory and its application in a variety of settings.
Knowledge of disease management and disease process and differential diagnosis and treatment techniques.
Ability to work as part of a team, while building collaborative relationships.
Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.
Licenses and Certifications Required
Associate Counselor License or New Jersey Licensed Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapy, Associate Counselor. EPS Department Specific Certification: Crisis Prevention & Intervention (CPI) certification, or completion required during new hire orientation. Carrier Clinic Specific Certification: Handle with Care certification, or completion required during new hire orientation.
Compensation and Benefits
The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may differ from the posted rate of pay based on experience, education, and other relevant factors. In addition to a competitive base salary, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. Minimum rate of $70,237.44 annually.
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