Mental Health Clinician

M&S PSYCHOTHERAPY AND COUNSELING, INC.

• IIC Intensive I Community Clinician
• Behavioral Assistant

Responsibilities:

• Provides a variety of therapeutic services to children, adolescents and families, at their community, home or other approved locations.
• Performs clinical intakes, case evaluations and crisis intervention
• Participates as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team
• In conjunction with youth, family and/or other members of the treatment team, develops and maintains a strength-based, patient-centered treatment plan
• Maintains confidentiality of records as related to HIPAA, professional ethics, and agency polices and procedures
• Participates from Clinical Supervision on a weekly basis
• Maintains accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with insurance regulations and M&S PSYCHOTHERAPY AND COUNSELING, INC.’s policies and procedures
• Complies with clinical productivity standards as established by Executive Director and Clinical Director
• Participates in regularly scheduled staff meetings
• Actively participates in utilization review as part of the QA plan
• Acts as client advocates with coordinating necessary services or resolving emergency problems, such as a crisis
• Establishes and maintains accurate and complete records
• Refers patients or family members to community resources or to specialists as indicated
• Collaboratively works with other community agencies, state entities, etc. on behalf of the client or M&S PSYCHOTHERAPY AND COUNSELING, INC. as needed
• Uses sound ethical practices as established and defined by training and discipline
• Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES NECESSARY:

• Ability to provide clinically sound treatment services based on client needs and treatment plans under the supervision of a Licensed Clinician.
• Bilingual English and Spanish A
• Understanding of and competency with diagnostic evaluation methods, mental status exams, and use of the latest version of the DSM
• Ability to analyze and respond to client problems by using differential diagnoses and empirically-based treatment approaches
• Ability to recognize and provide appropriate crisis interventions
• Excellent with time management

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related discipline from an accredited educational institution.
• Two years of post-masters supervised clinical experience in a mental health setting. (one year of supervised clinical work in an organized graduate internship program may be substituted for each year of full-time experience).
• Licensed as a Master Level Clinician including but not limited to LSW, LAC, etc. in accordance with current NJ State regulations.
• US Citizenship or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.
• Demonstrates excellent organization, facilitation, and presentation skills (oral and written)
• Writes in a clear, crisp and concise manner, as well as applying effective writing and listening techniques and principles
• Ability to be flexible, have positive stress management skills and be a strong and effective team leader.
• Strong and effective multitasking skills
• Great attention to details and ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Possesses a thorough knowledge and understanding regarding conflict resolution
• Ability to remain calm and use sound judgment during confrontational or high-pressure situations.'
• For Behavioral Assistant:
• HIghschool diploma
• one year of experience working with children or teens. (Voluntary work considered experience).

'Benefit Conditions: Waiting period may applyThis Company Describes Its Culture as: Aggressive -- competitive and growth-oriented Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $65.00 - $90.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

• LCSW, LPC, LAC, LSW, LAMFT, LMFT (Required)