Job Title: Counselor

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Req#: 0000183947

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Department name: Grant - DYFS Safe House

Job Overview:

Provide Case Management for clients. Conduct indviidual and group counseling with sheltered women and children.

Qualifications:

Required:

Masters Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology is required 3 years’ experience working in the Domestic Violence Field Licensure required LSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC Knowledge of the dynamics of Domestic violence Ability to work in an emotionally charged environment Ability to perform duties in an independent manner with little or no supervision Completion of 40 hour Domestic Violence training preferred/must be completed within 6 months of hire

Preferred:

• Bilingual English/Spanish

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

• N/A

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• Day
• Full-Time
• 37.5 Hour Work Week

Essential Functions:

• Provide support to victims with co-occurring cases of Domestic Violence and Child Neglect.
• Provide on-site consultation to DCP&P local offices
• Provide direct advocacy and referrals to other social service agencies if needed.
• Assist in Domestic Violence Safety Planning
• Provide individual support counselling to assist clients’ in recognizing their own strengths.
• Model best practices in working with families in Domestic Violence situations
• Maintain accurate and confidential case files
• Answer hotline and provide appropriate referrals as needed
• Serve as a resource to other staff regarding co-occurring cases
• Provides a compassionate and supportive environment with prompt and consistent service.

Adheres to patient rights: provides for the confidential treatment of all communications and records.

• Demonstrates professionalism with families, visitors, physicians, co-workers and supervisors.
• Supports teamwork by cooperative problem solving through participation in meetings, projects, etc.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports 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!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer