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The Therapist provides comprehensive BioPsychoSocial assessment to consumers within 10 business days of referral to services. Based on BioPsychoSocial and screening tools and collateral from judiciary personnel and staff a treatment plan in conjunction with the consumer is created to address clinical and SDOH needs. Carries a caseload of consumers doing individual therapy. Provides individual and family counseling to consumers pending linkage to outpatient services. Maintains treatment records. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Can identify and implement traumainformed therapeutic techniques for individuals families and groups. Can administer and interpret assessment instruments utilized by the program. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the consumers agerelated needs. He or she must be able to assess and interpret data about the consumers status to identify each consumers needs and provide the appropriate care including agerelated care needed by the consumer group.
The Diversion Support Services program works with individuals who are incarcerated in Middlesex County and released under bail reform to link them to services including housing financial assistance physical health and mental health services. The program uses a peerfocused and strengthsbased model to transform consumers from surviving to thriving.
The ideal candidate will provide individual therapy services maintain a caseload of up to 20 consumers and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of highquality mental health care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide individual therapy to consumers tailoring treatment approaches to meet their unique needs and goals.
- Manage and maintain a caseload of up to 20 consumers ensuring timely and effective service delivery.
- Develop review and update treatment plans in collaboration with consumers and other stakeholders as needed.
- Conduct assessments and evaluations to determine treatment needs and goals.
- Utilize evidencebased practices such as CBT Motivational Interviewing and other relevant therapeutic modalities.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with organizational state and federal guidelines.
- Participate in team meetings supervision and professional development opportunities.
- Coordinate appropriate care with other providers community resources and support systems.
- Adhere to ethical guidelines and standards of practice as established by professional licensing boards and organizational policies.
Hours:
This position is Full Time Monday Friday with some evening hours required.
This position has the following benefits:
- 3.2 weeks of Paid Time Off during the first year
- Medical vision dental and life insurance
- 403(b) employer match and employee participation
- 9 Agencypaid holidays
- Training opportunities provided throughout the year
- Retention bonus offered biannually $1.3k for full time staff
Education/Experience:
MSW from an accredited school of social work or Masters degree in counseling. Experience in crisis settings preferred. Must be either independently licensed to provide mental health services (LCSW or LPC in NJ).
Legacy Treatment Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
