Psychotherapist Emergency Services

Benefits/Perks

• $7,500 Sign-on Bonus
• Paid Time Off
• 403 (b) Employer Contribution
• Employer Paid Liability Coverage
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Tuition/Certification Reimbursement

Evaluates patients for level of care, provides Psychotherapy, linkage, and follow-up services. Guides patients and their families from the Emergency evaluation through all levels of care to hospitalization in the State system.

• Provide thorough evaluations to patients, including collateral contacts with family and treatment provider(s), both in the Medical Center and the community.
• Provide Psychotherapy to patients and their families.
• Collaborate effectively with Emergency Department, Psychiatry, 2 Central, and other HBH/HHS systems staff.
• Interface with all acute system of care providers (STCF, State Hospital, ICMS, PACT, etc…) and community providers to facilitate appropriate treatment and case management.
• Provide accurate and timely documentation of all activities.

• Minimum Education
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  • Required: Master’s Degree in Social Work, or Psychology
  • Preferred: None
• Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):
  • Required: 2 years clinical experience
  • Preferred: Experience is a crisis setting
• License, Registry or Certification
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  • Required: LCSW, LPC or related clinical licensure.
  • State of NJ Screening certification (within 6 months of hire)
  • Valid Drivers License
• Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities
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  • Required: None
  • Preferred: Familiar with State of New Jersey Psychiatric and Commitment laws and process.