Mental Health Counselor

JOB SUMMARY

Salary: $62,500

About Christian Health:We have had the privilege of caring for those in need for more than a century. Founded on the belief that everyone has the right to exceptional care, today we continue to provide quality care and services for our many residents, patients, and clients. Caring is not simply what we do, it is who we are.

Why Join Our TeamAcross our twelve campuses, eleven communities, six service offerings, and hospital, we are ultimately one unified team. Together, we nurture a compassionate, collaborative culture that enables continuous improvement and allows our team members to learn, grow, and shine in their careers. Surround yourself with people who care about making a difference – come join us!

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time, Mental Health Counselor to join our Gracepoint partial hospitalization program. The Mental Health Counselor for the PHP program provides direct support and therapeutic services within a structured outpatient program serving individuals with mental health needs who do not require inpatient care. This role involves group-based interventions, supports individualized treatment goals and contributes to a recovery oriented program environment. The counselor plays a key role in maintaining program flow, therapeutic structure and client engagement. Demonstrates an understanding of, and embraces, the mission statement of Christian Health.

• Lead or co-facilitate structured therapeutic, psychoeducational and skill building groups.
• Support a safe, structured and recovery-oriented environment that provides client engagement and participation.
• Collaborate closely with the interdisciplinary team and participate in treatment team meetings and intake evaluations.
• Perform case management duties including coordination of care, discharge preparation and community resource linkage and referrals.
• Monitor client presentation, behavior and participation; communicate concerns to clinical staff.
• Support intake, program orientation and transition processes for new and discharging clients.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with program and regulatory standards.
• Reinforce therapeutic interventions under clinical supervision.
• Provide brief supportive check-ins to reinforce coping skills and treatment goals.
• Support family involvement as appropriate to coordinate care.
• Performs other related duties as required. 

Experience: Working in a mental health setting or related work experience.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related field.

Christian Health offers a wide variety of benefits to full-time employees that includes:

• Discounted health insurance
• Dental Program
• Paid Vacation, Personal days, Holidays and New Jersey Sick leave
• 401k plan for all employees who are 21 years old or older
• Group Life Insurance & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Benefit plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Direct Deposit
• Credit Union
• Child Day Care Center on campus
• Gift shop on campus
• Free onsite parking on campus
• Free meals for all employees
• Pay differentials
• Exclusive employee discounts and special offers
• Access to earned wages prior to payday

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Demonstrates compliance with the CH ASPIRE Standards of Performance.

Qualifications:

• Must possess baseline social work skills in listening, exploring, and communicating responses to patients and families.
• Must have knowledge of Screening, Assessments, and Discharge Planning as indicated by the ability to seek resources and make appropriate referrals.
• Must be able to legibly record Assessments, Social Histories, and Contact Summaries in the Case Record.
• Must report progress and problems during supervision with the Director of Social Work and actively participate in Interdisciplinary Treatment Team Meetings. Must communicate as liaison with RRPH Staffand Community Agencies.

If you are interested in this great opportunity, please apply today on our website listed below.

https://christianhealthnj.org/careers

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Salary : $62,500