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Care Plus NJ, Inc.
PESP Screener
Career Insights for Mental / Behavioral Health Counselor
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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
Job Description
Location:
New Bridge Medical Center, Paramus NJ Onsite & Community- based; FT 40.
Salary:
$55,993.60- $62,275.
What We Offer:
Health & Dental Coverage Union benefits Generous Vacation, Personal, and Sick time Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation 401k Plan and Tuition Reimbursement Employee Discount and Rewards Program Licensure Exam Prep Resources (guarantee to pass) Life & AD&D insurance;STD & LTD
coverageJob Summary:
The Bergen County Psychiatric Emergency Screening Program "262-HELP", a program of Care Plus NJ, is seeking to hire motivated full-time and part-time Mental Health Screeners. If you are interested in gaining training and supervision in assisting individuals experiencing a mental health crisis and working within a multidisciplinary team, consider this exciting job opportunity. 262-HELP is a 24/7 program operated out of Bergen New Bridge Medical Center with the purpose of providing on-site and off-site, emergency mental health services in Bergen County.What You Will Do:
Conducting mental health evaluations and risk assessments for adults and youth to determine the appropriate clinical intervention under the NJ Screening Law Answering 24-hour crisis hotline and telephonic triage Supportive crisis intervention counseling, consultation, and referrals to community resources Providing psycho-education and advocacy Completing all legal and program documentation within agency/department guidelines Successful completion of Screener Certification Basic Training What We Need toSee:
To succeed in this position the candidate must embrace learning in a fast- paced environment by integrating regular feedback during a comprehensive training period and ongoing in supervision. In addition, the candidate must possess: Master's Degree in a mental health related field plus 1
- year full-time employment in a mental health setting post degree OR Bachelor's Degree in a mental health related field plus 3
- years full-time employment in a mental health setting post degree, 1 year of which must be in a crisis setting OR Bachelor's Degree in a mental health related field and enrolled in a Master's program plus 2 years full-time employment in a mental health setting, 1 year of which must be in a crisis setting Valid driver's license and insurable under Agency's automobile insurance policy Possess excellent computer skills Who Are We?