Behavioral Health Clinician - Full Time - Shifts/Days Varies - 2 evenings per week, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, NJ

About the role

Provide short-term psychotherapeutic services including individual, marital, family, and group treatment. Conduct initial biopsychosocial assessments for adult patients seeking behavioral health services to determine need for treatment of behavioral issues. Complete and analyze evidenced-based screening tools and assessments. Provides individual, group and family counseling for adult patients. Develops individualized treatment plans with measurable, patient-centered goals, utilizes evidence-based therapeutic approaches appropriate to the presenting problem(s). Collaborate with other mental health professionals to coordinate care. Completes required documentation and charting of patient encounters in a timely manner. Evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary. Participate in ongoing professional development activities to stay current on best practices in the field of behavioral health. Meet with supervisor for clinical supervision, participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care, concerns and planning. Advocate for patients and assist them in accessing community resources. Complete all mandatory AHS trainings and competencies as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial biopsychosocial assessments for adult patients seeking behavioral health services to determine need for treatment of behavioral issues.
• Complete and analyze evidenced-based screening tools and assessments.
• Provides individual, group and family counseling for adult patients.
• Develops individualized treatment plans with measurable, patient-centered goals, utilizes evidence-based therapeutic approaches appropriate to the presenting problem(s).
• Collaborate with other mental health professionals to coordinate care.
• Completes required documentation and charting of patient encounters in a timely manner.
• Evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Participate in ongoing professional development activities to stay current on best practices in the field of behavioral health.
• Meet with supervisor for clinical supervision, participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care, concerns and planning.
• Advocate for patients and assist them in accessing community resources.
• Complete all mandatory AHS trainings and competencies as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related field.
• NJ State licensure required (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT) or license-eligible with active supervision.
• Prior experience in behavioral health settings preferred.
• Bilingual a plus.

Skills

Demonstrates ability to conduct biopsychosocial assessments, screens effectively for suicide and violence risk as well as abuse and neglect. Develops individualized treatment plans with measurable, patient centered goals, utilizes evidence based therapeutic approaches appropriate to the presenting problem(s). Can build rapport and trust quickly with a range of patients, uses active listening skills, reflective statements and nonjudgmental language, conveys understanding and acceptance without reinforcing maladaptive behaviors. Maintains clear, timely and accurate clinical notes that meet legal and departmental standards, manages caseload effectively. Upholds professional ethical standards, maintains appropriate boundaries and therapeutic relationships.

About Us

At Atlantic Health, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 22,000 team members. Headquarters in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include: Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJAtlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJAtlantic Health Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJAtlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJAtlantic Health Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJAtlantic Health Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJAtlantic Health CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJAtlantic Medical GroupAtlantic Visiting NurseAtlantic Mobile HealthAtlantic Rehabilitation

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)

Life & AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)

403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution

PTO & Paid Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising

Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave

Backup and On-Site Childcare

Well-Being Rewards Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program

Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts

Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance