Behavioral Health Clinician (LSW)- Full Time - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday until 7PM - Shifts/Hours Varies - Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, NJ

About the role

Provides group, individual and family therapy to adolescents in an Acute Partial Hospitalization/Intensive Outpatient programming setting for patients age 13 to 18 years of age if they are still in high school. Facilitate group therapy sessions in need of acute services. Provide individual and family-based therapeutic interventions. Completing and analyzing evidenced based screening tools and assessments. Develops individualized treatment plans, including clear problem statement, treatment goal(s), with measurable, relevant objectives for a range of behavioral health concerns.

Responsibilities

• Manage case load comprised of moderate to high acuity patients.
• Able to conduct multiple psycho-educational, therapeutic and skills groups and individual therapy services.
• Collaborate with other mental health and educational professionals to coordinate care.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient documentation records.
• Evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team to 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.
• Complete all mandatory AH Trainings and competencies as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, Psychology or Counseling
• NJ LSW Required. NJ LCSW or NJ LPC license highly preferred
• Previous clinical/counseling experience with pediatric population preferred
• Bilingual a plus

Competencies

• Demonstrates ability to conduct biopsychosocial assessments, screens effectively for suicide and violence risk as well as abuse and neglect.
• Training and experience in Didactic Behavioral and/or Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy preferred.
• Ability to multi-task, organize & prioritize workload required.
• Ability to work within a team as well as independently to make complex decision making with high degree of accuracy.
• Develops individualized treatment plans with measurable, patient centered goals, utilizes evidence based therapeutic approaches appropriate to the presenting problem(s).
• Builds 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.

Benefits

Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive).

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

Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.

Schedule

Hours and schedule details will be provided during the interview process.

Pay

Hourly wage or salary (or a range) will be provided during the interview process.

Company Information

Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.