Therapist - $1000 Sign-on Bonus!

If you want to make a living by making a difference, join Acenda as an Therapist Join #TeamAcenda, a leading behavioral healthcare agency invested in providing quality services to individuals and families in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey. Why Choose Acenda: Work-life Balance Friendly and Supportive Agency Culture Flexible Schedules Professional Growth and Development Generous Time Off Performance Based Bonuses If you want to make a difference in the lives of parents and their children who reside in an out of home placement, join Acenda as a Therapist in our Supportive Visitation Services program serving Atlantic, Burlington and Cape May Counties. Therapists work as part of a supportive team to help improve parent-child interactions and attachment, address behavioral health needs and empower parents to meet their children’s physical, developmental and emotional needs through regular meaningful visits. What You’ll Do as a Therapist: Work as part of a supportive team to enhance parent-child interactions and attachment, ensuring the safety and emotional well-being of children. Address behavioral health needs and empower parents to meet their children’s physical, developmental, and emotional needs through meaningful visits. Conduct biopsychosocial intake assessments to determine family strengths, needs, and create tailored visit plans. Ensure the safety of children by modeling appropriate interactions between parents and children during visits. Facilitate collaborative visit planning meetings with parents, visit participants, and relevant stakeholders to align on goals and strategies. Implement evidence-based services and adjust intervention strategies as needed to align with family goals. Collaborate with peers, DCP&P, and other community providers to ensure continuity of care and support for the family. Complete necessary documentation in line with program and agency requirements. Requirements: Master's degree in counseling, psychology or social work Must have an active NJ license (LAC, LSW, LMFT, LPC, LCSW) or be in process of obtaining it. Must have a minimum of one year of experience working with children and families, particularly families involved with the child welfare system and/or affected by trauma. Strong knowledge of child development, attachment, and behavioral health needs. Ability to facilitate positive interactions and work collaboratively with families. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Previous experience working with DCP&P or similar agencies is a plus. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, use of an insured vehicle and an acceptable driving record. Additional Information: Salary: $70,000-$75,000; depending on licensure Sign on Bonus: $1000 Bilingual Rate: An additional $3,120 bilingual rate added if Spanish proficient Acenda's Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment Acenda Integrated Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Are you ready to join Team Acenda? Join Team Acenda and enjoy the remarkable opportunity to make an impact on the lives of those living right here in our community! Department/Program Supportive Visitation Services (SVS) A career at Acenda is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to create a lasting impact within your community. #TeamAcenda's culture is based on compassion and care for each other, as well as the individuals and communities we care for. We're a passionate workforce striving to move lives forward and have fun along the way.

Salary : $70,000 - $75,000