A Family or Behavioral Therapist works with clients who need help dealing with emotional disorders or problems with family and relationships. Addresses client problems in the context of family relationships; helps clients develop ways to recognize and change behavior patterns. Works with individuals, couples or families.
The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. At RWJBarnabas Health, our Therapist II becomes part of a purpose-driven environment where compassion, clinical excellence, and patient-centered care create meaningful opportunities to support children, adolescents, and families on their mental health journey. This Therapist II role offers opportunities for professional growth, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a trauma-informed culture committed to safety, healing, and continuous improvement. As a Therapist II, you will play an essential role in delivering evidence-based behavioral health services, developing individualized treatment plans, and partnering with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to promoting resilience, recovery, and emotional well-being. A Typical Day for a Therapist II may include
Therapy Delivery:
Facilitate structured psychotherapeutic and psychoeducational groups, along with providing individual therapy, for a diverse adult population with wide-ranging psychiatric diagnoses
Assessments & Risk Management:
Conduct intakes, to formulate a clinical assessment including for patient's biopsychosocial needs, medical and mental health history, as well as conducting risk assessments and safety planning with the patient as needed
Interdisciplinary Collaboration:
Participate in treatment team meetings to formulate treatment plans, collaborating closely with other mental health treatment providers, and patients' families
Discharge & Care Coordination:
Collaborate with community resources to connect them with appropriate aftercare services, as well as other supportive services to active patients
Clinical Documentation:
Complete accurate and timely electronic health record documentation for all assessments, therapy sessions, and treatment plans in compliance with hospital policy, state and federal regulations, and regulatory standards, To be considered for this Therapist II opportunity, Masters degree from an accredited school of Social Work or Counseling degree from an accredited school, PhD from an accredited college or university
Licensure:
NJ State licensure, LCSW, LPC is preferred, LSW, LAC is acceptable depending on experience Excellent customer satisfaction skills Two years or more years job related clinical experience 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! RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
