sr primary therapist - Jersey City, NJ , USA, United States - RWJBarnabas Health

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    Sr Primary TherapistReq #:

    Category:
    Behavioral and Mental Health


    Status:
    Full-Time


    Shift:
    Day


    Facility:
    Jersey City Medical Center


    Department:
    Comm Ctr Supp Housing


    Location:
    Jersey City Medical Center, 355 Grand Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302


    Job Overview:


    The Senior Primary Therapist will be responsible for the delivery of direct services such as crisis intervention, case management, counseling, adjunctive therapies, and screenings.

    SPT will schedule intakes and conduct comprehensive assessments and complete Individualized Rehabilitation Plans for consumers living at Hoboken Community Center.


    Community Center Supportive Housing Program consists of mental health rehabilitation services and supports necessary to assist the client in achieving mental health rehabilitative and recovery goals as identified in the individualized rehabilitation plan; including achieving and maintaining valued life roles in the social, employment, educational and/or housing domains; and to restore a consumer s level of functioning to that which allows the consumer to achieve community integration, and to remain in an independent living setting of his/her choosing.


    The mission of the department is to assist consumers in their recovery and keep them stable in the community and aid in the transition to a less supervised level of housing supervision.


    Qualifications:


    Required:


    • Masters Degree in mental health related field
    • Must have a valid NJ Drivers License

    Preferred:

    • Bilingual Spanish or ASL preferred
    Certifications and Licenses

    Required:


    • NJ Licensure as LSW, LAC, LCSW or LPC

    Scheduling Requirements:

    • 9:00 am 5:00 pm
    • Monday to Friday
    • Full Time

    Essential Functions:

    • Candidate will also organize and conduct clinical and educational groups of consumers on site
    • Candidate will also provide day to day support to staff in the Community Center Supportive Housing Program
    • Candidate will need to be patient and possess strong motivational skills to support the consumers in their individualized goals

    Benefits and Perks:


    At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.


    • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
    • Dental and Vision Insurance
    • Retirement Plans
    • Short & Long Term Disability
    • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Wellness Programs
    • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
    • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more

    Pay Range:
    $ 29.37 minimum to $ 33.54 maximum Hourly Rate

    Let us shape the future of healthcare, together. Our competitive base rates offered will be dependent upon your relevant experience, education, and skills.

    In addition to base salary, we offer excellent benefits creating a competitive total rewards package to include health and welfare benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee assistance programs and many opportunities for professional and personal growth.

    Choosing RWJBarnabas Health


    RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team.

    We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.

    As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

    RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey.

    From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state.

    We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

    RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer