Job Description

Job description

Location: East Orange, NJ (Essex County)

About Us:

Join our well-established non-profit organization in East Orange, NJ, and make a difference in the lives of struggling families facing mental health, separation, and substance abuse issues. Our in-home family programs in Essex County provide essential services and support to the communities of Newark and East Orange. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package for this important role.

What Makes This Job Special:

• Work with an amazing team dedicated to providing cutting-edge treatment, collaboration, and support.
• Low caseloads and flexibility in your schedule.

Responsibilities:

As a Therapist / Clinician, you will:

• Perform client assessments, create care plans, provide therapy, and develop discharge plans.
• Offer culturally competent, trauma-informed individual and family therapeutic services both in-community and via telehealth.
• Maintain client records through an electronic health recording system and handle additional duties as requested by DCF related to client records.
• Attend team meetings and in-service training sessions and maintain direct service requirements as required by DCF.

Requirements:

• Education: Master's degree in social work, Mental Health and Professional Counseling, or an equivalent field from an accredited college or university.
• Must be licensed as one of the following:  LAC, LSW, LAMFT, LCSW, LSW, LPC
• Experience: Two years of experience in mental health, including experience with diverse populations in an urban setting. Familiarity with the child welfare system, complex trauma, cultural competence, and some experience with children and families.
• Valid New Jersey driver's license, safe driving record, and vehicle availability are required.

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