Clinician - In -Home - Free Supervision CEUs

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Are you ready to take your career to the next level Do you have a passion for helping families facing challenges and making a real impact in your community Look no further! HomeSafe is seeking dedicated individuals to join our compassionate team.

Professionalism is Key!

We value professionals who:

Embrace Teamwork: Join a supportive team and actively contribute as a proactive member. Respect Diverse Opinions: Cherish diverse perspectives and nurture an inclusive environment. Thrive on Growth: Welcome constructive criticism as an opportunity for personal and professional development.

Job Location:Our office is located in East Orange NJ

Job Responsibilities:

As a HomeSafe Therapist/Clinician you will play a vital role in supporting families dealing with stressors like homelessness substance abuse mental health concerns and child separation due to these stressors. Your responsibilities include:

Programmatic and Service Model Mastery:

• Prompt Client Outreach: Respond promptly to client requests for phone screens and intake assignments.

• Accurate Assessment: Assess clients presentations needs and strengths accurately.

• Timely Intake Assessments: Complete intake assessments promptly.

• Engagement Planning and Contracting:

• Collaborative Planning: Develop a care plan in partnership with clients incorporating their needs and priorities.

• Progress Monitoring: Regularly evaluate progress and renegotiate goals for growth.

• Ensure FollowUps: Follow up on missed or canceled services.

• Ongoing Reassessment: Renegotiate planning at regular intervals to address evolving client needs.

• Clinical Excellence:

• Effective Intervention: Utilize appropriate interventions both in noncrisis and crisis situations.

• Empathy and Understanding: Create a judgmentfree empathetic space for clients respecting their feelings and personal presentation.

• Tailored Approaches: Adapt your approach to meet client needs whether its individual family group or crisis intervention.

• Medication Management: Consult with psychiatrists monitor medication regimens and attend to medication appointments.

• Case Management: Provide case management services as needed.

• Collaborative Care: Advocate coordinate and maintain contact with other providers involved in clients care.

• TraumaInformed Care: Incorporate traumainformed care models.

• Discharge and Termination:

• Goal Achievement: Identify when therapeutic goals have been met and work toward appropriate discharge.

• Client Preparation: Discuss progress with clients and facilitate timely discharge planning.

• Transfer Assistance: Facilitate transfers/referrals for further services when appropriate.

• Supervisory Consultation: Consult with clinical and program supervisors before discharge.

• Paperwork and Planning: Complete termination paperwork and discharge planning promptly.

• Documentation Meetings and Productivity:

• Accurate Documentation: Complete documentation following agency and program guidelines.

• Collaborative Meetings: Facilitate meetings and collaborate with referral sources as needed.

• Attend Team Meetings: Actively participate in internal team meetings and case presentations.

• Meet or Exceed Productivity Targets: Maintain or exceed program productivity requirements.

Transportation Responsibilities:

• Vehicle Safety: Maintain a professional and safe environment in agency vehicles.
• Child Safety: Ensure the safety of children and adults during transportation.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Monitor and document vehicle maintenance regularly.
• Log Maintenance: Keep required vehicle logs and maintain records.
• Transportation Coordination: Prepare for pickup and dropoff of clients for program services.
• Clear Communication: Communicate effectively with parents caregivers and children during transportation.

Qualifications:

To excel in this role you should possess:

• Valid NJ State Drivers License in Good Standing.
• Masters Degree in Social Work and a NJ State License such as LSW LPC orLMFT.
• Two years experience working with children and families especially in child welfare.
• Experience with diverse populations in an urban setting.
• Knowledge of mental health various treatment modalities and community resources.
• Crisis Intervention Skills: Ability to apply appropriate interventions in crisis and noncrisis situations.
• TraumaInformed Care Knowledge: Familiarity with interventions for families experiencing abuse or trauma.
• Organizational Skills: Solid organizational and time management skills.
• Team Player: Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Navigation Skills: Ability to support clients in navigating multiple care systems.

Professional Characteristics:

We are seeking individuals who embody these qualities:

• Warm and Open
• Empathetic and Attentive Listener
• SelfAware and Ethical
• Creative and Organized
• Flexible and Open to Criticism
• Patient and Responsible
• Able to Work Independently and in a Team
• Mature and SelfMotivated
• Dedicated and Enthusiastic
• Willing to Take on Additional Tasks and Responsibilities
• Interested in Seeking Additional Training and Skills

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

The role may involve:

• Frequent Standing and Movement
• Bending Reaching and Squatting
• Lifting up to or in excess of 50 pounds
• Driving within your assigned county and we provide a company vehicle.

Were committed to creating a supportive work environment and will consider reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Generous Benefits:

• Clinical Supervision
• Paid Time Off/12 Paid Holidays
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Matching
• EmployerPaid Life Insurance/LTD/AD&D
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 35Hour Work Week
• Monday Friday Schedule
• Training Opportunities
• Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance

Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling journey with HomeSafe Join us in making a meaningful impact on families lives. Apply now and become a part of our compassionate team!

Family Connections is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to excellence. Employment offers are made on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race sex religion national or ethnic origin disability age veteran status or sexual orientation or other protected classes under the State and Federal law.