Owen Health Care
Intensive In-Community Clinician (IIC) – Owen Health Care
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Intensive In-Community (IIC) Clinician provides community-based mental health services to children/adolescents and their families, delivering strengths-based, family-centered interventions in home and community settings. Services are provided in accordance with NJ Children’s System of Care (CSOC)/PerformCare expectations (as applicable), agency policies, and all confidentiality and documentation standards.
Clinical Services (In-Home / Community-Based)
Provide individual and family therapy in the home and community (and via telehealth when permitted).
Complete clinical intakes, biopsychosocial assessments, risk screenings, and ongoing reassessments as required.
Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans with measurable objectives in collaboration with the youth, caregiver(s), and treatment team.
Use evidence-informed, developmentally appropriate interventions (e.g., CBT-informed skills, trauma-informed care, behavioral strategies, parenting support, crisis de-escalation).
Provide psychoeducation to youth/caregivers on mental health symptoms, coping skills, emotional regulation, family communication, and behavior support strategies.
Support school functioning and community stability through coordination and problem-solving with involved systems (as authorized).
Crisis Intervention and Safety
Conduct risk assessment (including suicide/self-harm and safety risks) and implement safety planning with caregivers and youth as indicated.
Provide crisis intervention, de-escalation, and coordination with emergency services/mobile crisis when clinically necessary.
Maintain timely communication with supervisors/leadership regarding urgent/high-risk situations per agency protocol.
Care Coordination / System Collaboration
Coordinate care with collateral providers and systems (e.g., schools, primary care, psychiatry, DCPP, juvenile justice, case managers, mentors), with appropriate releases.
Participate in treatment team meetings, Child Family Team (CFT) meetings, case conferences, and other interdisciplinary meetings as required.
Support linkage to community resources and natural supports (after-school programs, family supports, transportation resources, housing/benefits supports as applicable).
Documentation and Compliance
Complete documentation accurately and on time in the agency EHR, including:
Intake/assessment documents
Treatment plans and updates
Progress notes for every contact (including collateral contacts)
Discharge summaries and transition plans
Maintain records consistent with payer requirements (e.g., CSOC/PerformCare), agency policy, and applicable NJ regulations.
Protect confidentiality and follow mandated reporting requirements and ethical standards.
Professional Responsibilities
Maintain a consistent schedule aligned with family availability (including some evenings as needed).
Attend clinical supervision, trainings, staff meetings, and required in-services.
Participate in on-call/coverage expectations if assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned to support program operations and quality care.
Qualifications / Educational Requirements
Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related behavioral health field.
A valid and active LAC, LSW, LCSW, or LPC license in the state of New Jersey is required.
Experience providing services to children/adolescents and families preferred.
Knowledge of community-based systems (CSOC/PerformCare, DCPP, schools, juvenile justice) preferred.
Strong clinical judgment, crisis management skills, and ability to work independently in the community.
Strong written and verbal communication; ability to meet documentation deadlines.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (if travel is required).
Ability to pass required background checks and comply with agency onboarding requirements.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements Physical Requirements
Ability to communicate effectively and document electronically.
Ability to travel to homes/community settings and navigate stairs/buildings as needed.
Ability to safely manage community-based work demands with or without reasonable accommodation.
Work Environment
Services are provided in homes and community settings; work may include exposure to unpredictable environments and clients in crisis.
The position requires professionalism, situational awareness, and adherence to safety protocols.
Disclaimer: This job description is a general guide and is not exhaustive. Duties may change based on program needs, payer requirements, and supervisory direction.
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Clinical Services (In-Home / Community-Based)
Provide individual and family therapy in the home and community (and via telehealth when permitted).
Complete clinical intakes, biopsychosocial assessments, risk screenings, and ongoing reassessments as required.
Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans with measurable objectives in collaboration with the youth, caregiver(s), and treatment team.
Use evidence-informed, developmentally appropriate interventions (e.g., CBT-informed skills, trauma-informed care, behavioral strategies, parenting support, crisis de-escalation).
Provide psychoeducation to youth/caregivers on mental health symptoms, coping skills, emotional regulation, family communication, and behavior support strategies.
Support school functioning and community stability through coordination and problem-solving with involved systems (as authorized).
Crisis Intervention and Safety
Conduct risk assessment (including suicide/self-harm and safety risks) and implement safety planning with caregivers and youth as indicated.
Provide crisis intervention, de-escalation, and coordination with emergency services/mobile crisis when clinically necessary.
Maintain timely communication with supervisors/leadership regarding urgent/high-risk situations per agency protocol.
Care Coordination / System Collaboration
Coordinate care with collateral providers and systems (e.g., schools, primary care, psychiatry, DCPP, juvenile justice, case managers, mentors), with appropriate releases.
Participate in treatment team meetings, Child Family Team (CFT) meetings, case conferences, and other interdisciplinary meetings as required.
Support linkage to community resources and natural supports (after-school programs, family supports, transportation resources, housing/benefits supports as applicable).
Documentation and Compliance
Complete documentation accurately and on time in the agency EHR, including:
Intake/assessment documents
Treatment plans and updates
Progress notes for every contact (including collateral contacts)
Discharge summaries and transition plans
Maintain records consistent with payer requirements (e.g., CSOC/PerformCare), agency policy, and applicable NJ regulations.
Protect confidentiality and follow mandated reporting requirements and ethical standards.
Professional Responsibilities
Maintain a consistent schedule aligned with family availability (including some evenings as needed).
Attend clinical supervision, trainings, staff meetings, and required in-services.
Participate in on-call/coverage expectations if assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned to support program operations and quality care.
Qualifications / Educational Requirements
Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related behavioral health field.
A valid and active LAC, LSW, LCSW, or LPC license in the state of New Jersey is required.
Experience providing services to children/adolescents and families preferred.
Knowledge of community-based systems (CSOC/PerformCare, DCPP, schools, juvenile justice) preferred.
Strong clinical judgment, crisis management skills, and ability to work independently in the community.
Strong written and verbal communication; ability to meet documentation deadlines.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (if travel is required).
Ability to pass required background checks and comply with agency onboarding requirements.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements Physical Requirements
Ability to communicate effectively and document electronically.
Ability to travel to homes/community settings and navigate stairs/buildings as needed.
Ability to safely manage community-based work demands with or without reasonable accommodation.
Work Environment
Services are provided in homes and community settings; work may include exposure to unpredictable environments and clients in crisis.
The position requires professionalism, situational awareness, and adherence to safety protocols.
Disclaimer: This job description is a general guide and is not exhaustive. Duties may change based on program needs, payer requirements, and supervisory direction.
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