Therapist I

Position Summary

Reports To: Outpatient / Unit Director
Training: CPI required within 90 days of hire or transfer, Annual, Safety, six (6) hours in discipline, Effective 1/21
BLS required, existing incumbents with Heart Saver First Aid CPR/AED, will be required to renew with BLS, all new hires effective this same date, are required to have BLS within 90 days from hire or transfer
Career Development: Therapist I ï‚® Therapist II ï‚® Sr. Therapist ï‚® Prog mgr ïƒ Director

Duties And Responsibilities

• Completing bio-psychosocial assessments and preparing a comprehensive treatment plan for each client
• Provides basic case management services and documents treatment provided
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide services appropriate to any age/disability group assigned
• Affirms the need to assess client for an Initial Treatment Plan and appropriately re-assess the client's needs throughout treatment
• Completes Master Treatment Plans that are behaviorally specific and with goals and objectives that are related to client problem areas. All Master Treatment Plans indicate level of client/family involvement
• Provides competent individual, family, couples, group psychotherapy and substance abuse therapy
• Provides other therapeutic services, within scope of demonstrated competence, as required
• Provides competent crisis intervention
• Affords assistance with case management and interagency coordination of services for clients
• Makes appropriate referrals
• Provides clinical guidance and appropriate interaction with external providers
• Documents all client interactions, including all sessions with clients, families, significant others, etc. within established time frames
• Completes Progress Notes accurately, addressing treatment goals, major clinical issues and changes in mental health status
• Writes in a professional and competent manner. Documentation must be completed within one (1) calendar day of service delivery
• Productivity goals shall meet % as designated by department

Minimal Qualifications

• Education: Master's Degree in behavioral health with either NJ LAC or LSW licensure required
• Experience: Two (2) years in behavioral health setting. Must be able to conduct therapy sessions in the language of the population served, if applicable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional years experience in behavioral health setting

Equipment Use

• Computer
• Copier
• Facsimile

Total Rewards

At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive total rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans with employer contributions
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
• Wellness Programs to help you thrive
• Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Pay Transparency

To support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law" in impacted states, which mandate employers to list salary ranges in job advertisements and promotions.

About Us

At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive total rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans with employer contributions
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
• Wellness Programs to help you thrive
• Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Equal Opportunity Employer

AtlantiCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer