Penn Medicine
Primary Therapist - Eating Disorder PHP/IOP program - Full Time
Penn Medicine, Princeton, New Jersey, us, 08543
Description
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?
Eating Disorder PHP/IOP Program In early 2026, Penn Medicine Princeton Center for Eating Disorders will expand its continuum of care to include a partial hospitalization program (PHP) and intensive outpatient program (IOP) for adults. We are looking for passionate individuals to join an interdisciplinary team of therapists, dieticians, nursing, milieu coordinators, and psychiatric providers to deliver evidence-based care. The PHP will run five days a week from 9:00‑3:30 and the IOP will run three days a week from 11:30‑3:30.
Summary
Provide high-quality comprehensive clinical services that include clinical triage, psychosocial evaluations, individual, group and family treatment, treatment plan development and coordination, referent relations, discharge planning, and case management with social service support systems, schools and other relevant external entities. The above services shall be provided under supervision of the appropriate clinical discipline.
Responsibilities
Demonstrate competency in the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to meet the psychological and social needs of the program’s patient population.
Conduct individual, group and family therapy sessions.
Conduct initial evaluation and ongoing assessment of patient functioning as well as risk and maintenance factors.
Complete clinical documentation in accordance with Princeton House standards.
Coordinate the development and implementation of the multidisciplinary treatment plan and complete treatment plan reviews within established time frames.
Attend treatment rounds, providing input to and being receptive to input from other members of the treatment team.
Identify changes in the patient’s clinical status and communicate to the appropriate member of the treatment team.
Perform case management with internal and external entities to ensure smooth transitions across the continuum of care.
Coordinate discharge planning and communicate the plan clearly to patient, family and all other providers involved. Complete discharge summaries within established time frames.
Maintain 100% contact with providers in the community involved in patient care (e.g., therapists, doctors, schools, probation officers, etc.).
Conduct outreach to non-attending patients per PHBH policy.
Monitor patient attendance and length of stay in the scheduled program.
Complete utilization management and pre-certification forms accurately and promptly.
Participate in hospital and performance improvement initiatives and goals (e.g., patient satisfaction surveys, outcome measurements).
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Credentials
L-LAC, LSW or PS (Required)
Must be eligible to obtain New Jersey State licensure and obtain such licensure within one year of hire date. Appropriate licenses include LSW, LAC, and psychologist with a 3-year permit to practice in New Jersey.
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
New Jersey certificate in addictions treatment such as the CADC or CDA preferred.
Education or Equivalent Experience
Master of Arts or Science (Required)
Psychiatric Programs: Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in the social sciences. Preferred Qualifications: Two or more years of experience in treatment of the specific program’s patient population.
Addictions Programs: Minimum Qualifications: A Master’s degree in the social sciences with an LSW, LAC or psychologist with a 3-year permit and experience in treating substance abuse problems. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in the social sciences. Preferred Qualifications: Two or more years of experience in treatment of the specific program’s patient population.
Benefits We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.
Salary Range Salary Range:
$64,390.56 - $102,664.22 annually based on 40 hours per week.
Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
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Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?
Eating Disorder PHP/IOP Program In early 2026, Penn Medicine Princeton Center for Eating Disorders will expand its continuum of care to include a partial hospitalization program (PHP) and intensive outpatient program (IOP) for adults. We are looking for passionate individuals to join an interdisciplinary team of therapists, dieticians, nursing, milieu coordinators, and psychiatric providers to deliver evidence-based care. The PHP will run five days a week from 9:00‑3:30 and the IOP will run three days a week from 11:30‑3:30.
Summary
Provide high-quality comprehensive clinical services that include clinical triage, psychosocial evaluations, individual, group and family treatment, treatment plan development and coordination, referent relations, discharge planning, and case management with social service support systems, schools and other relevant external entities. The above services shall be provided under supervision of the appropriate clinical discipline.
Responsibilities
Demonstrate competency in the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to meet the psychological and social needs of the program’s patient population.
Conduct individual, group and family therapy sessions.
Conduct initial evaluation and ongoing assessment of patient functioning as well as risk and maintenance factors.
Complete clinical documentation in accordance with Princeton House standards.
Coordinate the development and implementation of the multidisciplinary treatment plan and complete treatment plan reviews within established time frames.
Attend treatment rounds, providing input to and being receptive to input from other members of the treatment team.
Identify changes in the patient’s clinical status and communicate to the appropriate member of the treatment team.
Perform case management with internal and external entities to ensure smooth transitions across the continuum of care.
Coordinate discharge planning and communicate the plan clearly to patient, family and all other providers involved. Complete discharge summaries within established time frames.
Maintain 100% contact with providers in the community involved in patient care (e.g., therapists, doctors, schools, probation officers, etc.).
Conduct outreach to non-attending patients per PHBH policy.
Monitor patient attendance and length of stay in the scheduled program.
Complete utilization management and pre-certification forms accurately and promptly.
Participate in hospital and performance improvement initiatives and goals (e.g., patient satisfaction surveys, outcome measurements).
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Credentials
L-LAC, LSW or PS (Required)
Must be eligible to obtain New Jersey State licensure and obtain such licensure within one year of hire date. Appropriate licenses include LSW, LAC, and psychologist with a 3-year permit to practice in New Jersey.
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
New Jersey certificate in addictions treatment such as the CADC or CDA preferred.
Education or Equivalent Experience
Master of Arts or Science (Required)
Psychiatric Programs: Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in the social sciences. Preferred Qualifications: Two or more years of experience in treatment of the specific program’s patient population.
Addictions Programs: Minimum Qualifications: A Master’s degree in the social sciences with an LSW, LAC or psychologist with a 3-year permit and experience in treating substance abuse problems. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in the social sciences. Preferred Qualifications: Two or more years of experience in treatment of the specific program’s patient population.
Benefits We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.
Salary Range Salary Range:
$64,390.56 - $102,664.22 annually based on 40 hours per week.
Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
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