FFS CLINICIAN - RATE INCREASE

About the Organization

Preferred Behavioral Health Group (PBHG) is a dynamic and innovative non-profit organization and the premier behavioral health provider in New Jersey. Named one of "THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY" for 2024 by NJBIZ, PBHG is dedicated to changing and saving lives through a Trauma Informed Care culture. We prioritize staff development, embrace a growth mindset, and foster a diverse team where employees feel valued and a sense of belonging.

About the Role

We are seeking creative and dynamic licensed therapists/clinicians to join our children’s department at the Preferred Center for Children and Families. This role is ideal for professionals passionate about trauma-informed care who thrive in a collaborative environment with excellent training opportunities and room for growth.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments, formulate diagnoses, and develop preliminary treatment plans that are congruent with assessment content.
• Complete thorough assessments in compliance with organizational policy, including mental status examinations, provisional multi-axial diagnoses, and preliminary treatment plans with recommendations for ongoing treatment.
• Address immediate, emergent needs of clients and identify special treatment needs or referrals for high-risk clients.
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to an assigned caseload.
• Document progress notes addressing treatment goals, objectives, and changes in mental health status within 24 hours for each face-to-face contact, telephone calls, and collateral contacts.
• Provide case management services.
• Deliver program services in various locations, including traditional offices, residences, and community resource sites, to meet the needs of persons served.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or mental health counseling.
• Clinical licensure as LAC, LSW, LCSW, or LPC with at least 2 years of experience.
• Experience working with children (required for LCSW and LPC).
• Substance Abuse certification, Trauma certification, and Bilingual (English/Spanish) are a plus.

Pay

Starting rate: $41.90–$51.50 per session, depending on licensure. Rate increases by $10.00 per session for clinicians seeing over 10 clients per pay period.

Benefits

• Free supervision provided.
• Flexible scheduling offered.