FFS CLINICIAN - RATE INCREASE

*If you are looking to make an impact by helping others, then **Preferred Behavioral Health Group** is the place for you! By joining our award-winning team, you will become part of the premier behavioral health organization in New Jersey. PBHG is a dynamic and innovative non-profit organization that was proudly named one of "**THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY**" for 2024 by NJBIZ! Our mission is to change lives and save lives across the state of New Jersey through a Trauma Informed Care culture.* *Our staff is at the core of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a diverse team where employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their individual contributions. We encourage staff development and embrace a growth mindset. If you are interested in pursuing an exciting and rewarding career while being part of a recognized **“Best Place to Work”,** please submit your resume today for consideration!* **Job Title: Therapist Fee For Service** **Program: Preferred Center for Children and Families** **Location: Brick, Route 88** **Position Type: Fee For Service** **Starting rate $41.90/$51.50 depending on licensure** **\*Rate Increases $10.00 Per Session For Over 10 Clients Per Pay Period** **Free Supervision Provided** **Flexible Scheduling Offered** *Preferred Behavioral Health of NJ, has opportunities available in our children’s department for creative and dynamic licensed therapists/clinicians to be an integral part of our team. Those interested in trauma informed care, that value a collaborative environment where excellent training opportunities and room for growth need apply.* **Job Description/Summary** Individual needs of persons served are addressed including assessment and evaluation, referral, follow-up services, individual, group, and family therapy. Clinicians shall provide program services in locations that meet the needs of the persons served including traditional offices, residence, and community resource sites **Responsibilities** - Conduct clinical assessments, formulate diagnosis and preliminary treatment plan:Diagnosis is congruent with assessment content. - Assessments will be thoroughly completed in compliance with organization policy. - Written assessments include mental status examination, provisional multi-axial diagnosis, and preliminary treatment plan with recommendations for ongoing treatment. - The preliminary treatment plan addresses immediate, emergent needs of the client. Recommendations include identification of special treatment needs or referral of high-risk clients. - Provide individual, family and group therapy to assigned caseload: - Progress notes address treatment goals and objectives and changes in mental health status. - Medical record contains progress notes within 24 hours for each face to face contact, telephone calls, and collateral contacts. - Provide case management **Qualifications** - Education Master's Degree in Social Work or mental health counseling - Clinical licensure as LAC, and LSW with 2 years related experience - LCSW, and LPC with 2 years working with children - Substance Abuse certification, - Trauma certification and - Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus. eoe