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Behavioral Health Clinician. Full Time, Shift Varies, Florham Park, NJ

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Job Description Responsible for providing short-term psychotherapeutic services including individual, marital, family and group treatment.

Principal Accountabilities Conduct initial biopsychosocial assessments for pediatric aged patients seeking behavioral health services.

Along with patient, and potential parent/guardian, develop treatment plans, including clear problem statement, treatment goal(s), with measurable, relevant objectives for a range of behavioral health concerns.

Able to provide individual, group, and family therapy services.

Collaborate with other mental health professionals to coordinate care.

Complete and analyze evidenced based screening tools and assessments.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient documentation records.

Evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.

Participate in ongoing professional development activities to stay current on best practices in the field of behavioral health.

Advocate for patients and assist them in accessing community resources.

Complete all mandatory AHS trainings and competencies as assigned.

Qualifications

Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related field

NJ State licensure required (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT) or license-eligible with active supervision.

Prior experience with pediatric population (children, adolescents and/or young adults)

Ability to work 2 evenings per week.

Bilingual a Plus

Competencies

Demonstrates ability to conduct biopsychosocial assessments, screens effectively for suicide and violence risk as well as abuse and neglect.

Develops individualized treatment plans with measurable, patient centered goals, utilizes evidence based therapeutic approaches appropriate to the presenting problem(s).

Can build rapport and trust quickly with a range of patients, uses active listening skills, reflective statements and nonjudgemental language, conveys understanding and acceptance without reinforcing maladaptive behaviors.

Maintains clear, timely and accurate clinical notes that meet legal and departmental standards, manages caseload effectively.

Upholds professional ethical standards, maintains appropriate boundaries and therapeutic relationships.

Job Info

Minimum Salary (Hourly Rate): 33.33

Maximum Salary (Hourly Rate): 58.67

Assignment Category: Full-time

Hours per Week: 37.5

Primary Shift: Varies

Salary Admin Plan: ALH

Benefits Atlantic Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role‑specific enhancements highlighted:

Team Member Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full‑time and part‑time team members)

Life & AD&D Insurance.

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)

403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution

PTO & Paid Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising

Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave

Backup and On-Site Childcare

Well-Being Rewards

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program

Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts

Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

EEO Statement Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.

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