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Hunterdon Health

Therapist Emergency Services

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What they do

A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.

$39,819 / year median in New Jersey

+17% projected growth

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Job Description

Position Summary Evaluates patients for level of care, Provides Therapy, 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. Primary Position Responsibilities 1.Provides thorough evaluations to patients, including collateral contacts with family and treatment provider(s), both in the medical center and the community . 2.Provides Therapy to patients and their families 3.Collaborate effectively with Emergency Department, Psychiatry, 2 Central, and other HBH/HHS systems staff. 4.Interface with all acute system of care providers (STCF, State Hospital, ICMS, PACT, etc…) and community providers to facilitate appropriate treatment and case management. 5.Provides accurate and timely documentation of all activities.
Qualifications Minimum Education :
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 in a crisis setting
License, Registry or Certification :
Required:
State of NJ Screening certification. If not certified, must obtain within 6 months of hire.
Valid Drivers License Preferred:
None Knowledge, Skills and/or
Abilities :
Required:
Excellent Communication and problem solving skills. Ability to interact with staff, patients and their families in a high stress environment with competing demands. Clinician demonstrates knowledge of evidenced based practices in the provision of care included but not limited to: Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Universal Screening for SUD.
Preferred:
Familiar with State of New Jersey Psychiatric and Commitment laws and process. Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings. The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant's hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).
Location:
HHS Hunterdon Healthcare System Inc. •
BH Em Svcs Arrive Tog Schedule:
Part-time, Weekend - Evening shift, Sat & Sun 4:00pm to Midnight