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Behavioral Health Specialist - LCSW

CFG Health Network
Somerville, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/26/2025

**Job Summary**


CFG Health Network is seeking a highly skilled Behavioral Health Specialist with an LCSW to provide clinical services to inmates. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the judicial, correctional, and mental health systems.


**Key Responsibilities:**



  • Conduct emergency clinical assessments on individuals referred due to emotional distress.


  • Develop treatment plans based on individual needs, including housing location, medication referrals, brief counseling, and referrals for ongoing mental health or substance abuse treatment.


  • Conduct initial clinical assessments within ten days on all individuals identified as high-risk.


  • Provide brief individual or group counseling when clinically appropriate.


  • Assist mentally ill individuals in accessing services at the time of release.


  • Maintain daily and monthly statistics on client contacts and demographic data.


  • Attend bi-monthly staff meetings.


  • Complete all necessary documentation and paperwork on a daily basis.


**Requirements:**



  • Masters degree required.


  • LCSW required.


  • Must possess knowledge of the judicial, correctional, and mental health systems, clinical theory and practice with emphasis on crisis intervention, community resources, and how to access them.


**About CFG Health Network:**


CFG Health Network is a comprehensive healthcare provider dedicated to improving quality of life for individuals and families by providing innovative medical and mental health services.

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