Clinical Assessor

The Renfrew Center of Paramus, NJ has an opportunity

for a full-time Clinical Assessor

The Renfrew Center has been a pioneer in the treatment of eating disorders since 1985. As the nation’s first residential eating disorder facility, now with 19 locations throughout the country, Renfrew has helped more than 100,000 women with eating disorders and other behavioral and mental health issues.

Responsibilities:

· Conduct psychosocial assessments to determine an appropriate level of care recommendation.

· Complete all relevant admission paperwork, including pre-certification with insurance/managed care company and collateral contacts with referring professionals and distributing same to all relevant departments.

· Work collaboratively with patients, families and referral sources toward patient acceptance of the level of care recommendation and admission to services.

· This position may also include some direct patient care, such as case management services and/or facilitating groups and therapeutic meals.

· Responsible for precertification and may need to assist with ongoing Utilization Review.

Education, Competencies and Credentials:

· Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work preferred.

· LSW, LPC or LMFT is required or provisional license required.

· Previous experience working with patients with eating disorders is highly desired.

· Prior experience working with managed care companies is a plus.

· Bilingual is a plus.

Hours: Monday – Friday 40 hours per week, some evening hours required.

Benefits:

· Medical/RX and Vision Coverage offerings

· Dental Insurance

· Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

· 401k Plan with Employer Match

· Voluntary Short-Term Disability

· Employer Paid Long-Term Disability

· Group Life and AD&D

Renfrew provides women with the tools they need to succeed in recovery and in life. Offering a warm, nurturing environment, Renfrew emphasizes a respect for the unique psychology of women, the importance of a collaborative therapeutic relationship and the belief that every woman needs to actively participate in her own growth and recovery.

The Renfrew Center – An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, devoted to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work setting:

• In-person
• Outpatient

Application Question(s):

• Do you have any previous Eating Disorders experience?
• What are your salary requirements?

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LSW, LPC or LMFT or provisional license required (Preferred)

Work Location: In person