Psychotherapist Emergency Services in Flemington, New Jersey at Hunterdon Health Care System
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Job Description
Position Summary
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.
Primary Position Responsibilities
1.Provide thorough evaluations to patients, including collateral contacts with family and treatment provider(s), both in the Medical Center and the community.
2.Provide Psychotherapy 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.Provide 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 is a crisis setting
License, Registry or Certification:
Required:
●LCSW, LPC or related clinical licensure.
●State of NJ Screening certification (within 6 months of hire)
●Valid Drivers License
Preferred:
None
Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:
Required:
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).