Licensed Therapist (At-Risk Youth)

Licensed Therapist (At-Risk Youth) - 16000CEF Job Behavioral/Mental Health Professional Primary Location United States-NJ-NJMillstone Township Organization Hastings New Jersey MENTOR Specialty Service is seeking a Licensed Therapist to provide psychotherapy group and individual therapies and responsible for coordinating all client services by enhancing, protecting or restoring a client’s capacity for social functioning, whether impaired by physical, environmental, or emotional factors. Description Therapist will be working in a Specialty Bed group home with 5 adolescent clients. The clients are in the program for 4-6 months for intensive therapeutic treatment. Therapist must have knowledge working with emotionally disturbed and behaviorally aggressive youth. Therapist must understand specific dynamics and be willing to work in a team approach to provide for community safety. Coordinate client services for assigned caseload Provideclient-centered advocacy, social administration, social work counseling, andsocial work planning for each consumer as required Providepsychotherapeutic services via in home sessions 2 times per week, and assist infacilitating group work at least three sessions per week, may require some eveninghours Ensure that documentation of services is completed accurately and in a timely fashion Attend court hearings and support clients through Megan’s Law appeals and Tier Hearings Maintain clientfiles (both in the office and at the treatment home) according to programstandards Assist with conducting training for direct care workers and other staff Monitor the grouphomes’ clinical program and ensure that they comply with licensing regulations Maintain positiverelationships with colleagues, clients and funding source representatives Daily usage of the Perform care system, updating and submitting treatment plans, completing strength and needs assessments Other duties as assigned Qualifications Significant knowledge of licensing laws and regulations relating to DCP&P Chapter 124, Chapter 128 and New Jersey Family Court Master’s Degree preferred with at least three years’ experience in human service, criminal justice, and or social services industry. Some knowledge of adjudicated youth is preferred Licensure as required by state; LSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC, required What We Offer: • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Pay • Full compensation and benefits package • Family oriented environment • Casual dress • Employee Discounts, Event and Activities • Free Training • Mileage Reimbursement • Access to jobs through-out our Nation-Wide Network • Advancement opportunities Bring the right attitude; we’ll train you for success! We have a great work environment and you'll be surrounded by a strong and supportive team of peers, leaders and colleagues. New Jersey MENTOR is a partner of The MENTOR Network. The MENTOR Network is a national network of local human service providers offering quality, community-based services. With approximately 28,000 employees serving 25,000+ consumers in 36 states, you'll have career opportunities from coast to coast. When you join The MENTOR Network, you'll make a difference every day and help to provide quality of life enhancing services to individuals across the country. Come join our team of dedicated and caring professionals. Apply Today! EOE/AAE Job Posting Unposting Date