Primary Mental Health Therapist

Primary Mental Health Therapist
Location: New Brunswick, NJ
Salary range: 65K/year to 75K/year based on experience.
Schedule: Mon-Thurs 1pm to 9pm, Friday 8am to 4pm.
Masters clinical licensure required (LAC, LPC, LSW, LCSW).

About Us:
Guardian Recovery – New Brunswick Counseling Center formerly known as Guardian Intensive Outpatient Program – New Brunswick offers a truly unique experience by combining the latest advances in evidence-based clinical and medical drug and alcohol rehab with 12-step and holistic approaches for outpatient addiction treatment. Our addiction treatment center continues to evolve to offer our clients the best tools for long-term recovery. At Our New Brunswick, NJ facility we also offer counseling and therapy in our outpatient mental health treatment programs from expert psychotherapists who specialize in helping individuals who struggle with mental health disorders such as depression, ADHD, anxiety, trauma.

Work Schedule and Location:
Mondays through Thursdays 1pm to 9pm
Fridays 8am to 4pm
New Brunswick, NJ (some hours can be spent working virtually supporting online programs).

Position Description:

• Therapist is responsible for performing client care activities as directed by the attending physician, Medical Director, Executive Director, and Clinical Director.
• They will provide group therapy as ordered by the Clinical Director. 
• Collaborates with the Treatment Team in the formulation of the Master Treatment Plan and assists in coordinating discharge planning.

Qualifications Required:

• Ideal candidates will have a mix of clinical experience in both mental health and substance abuse programs.
• Masters degree required.
• The ability to pass a background check and drug test is required.
• Current CPR card (we can help you obtain this or recertify once you start).
• Candidates must have a masters level clinical license valid in the State of New Jersey, which can include:
  Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
  Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
  Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
  Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC)

EXTENDED JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Actively participate in Interdisciplinary Treatment Plan meetings.
• Share pertinent information with the team as obtained from the client's family, or others as indicated throughout the program.
• Attend daily and weekly staff meetings according to the schedule.
• Evaluate the impact of therapeutic interventions upon the therapeutic milieu
• Facilitate group therapy.
• Perform individual therapy with client/family.
• Document the assessment of client progress/regress and interventions provided in the medical record, on an ongoing basis.
• Recognize, respond to and assist in psychiatric crisis situations and provide the necessary intervention.
• Respond and assist in medical emergency situations as directed and needed.
• Communicate effectively with clients, staff and physicians.
• Provide clients with education and instruction on Advance Directives.
• Attend and participate in monthly Program Staff meetings as scheduled.
• Adhere to policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties assigned.
• Protect the privacy of all client information in accordance with GRNH, LLC’s privacy policies, procedures and practices, as required by federal and state law, and in accordance with general principle of professionalism as a healthcare provider.  Failure to comply with the company’s policies and procedures on client privacy may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
• May access protected health information (PHI) and other patent information only to the extent that is necessary to complete your job duties.  The incumbent may only share such information with those who have a need-to-know specific client information you have in your possession to complete their job responsibilities related to treatment, payment or other GRNH, LLC operations.
• Expected to report, without the threat of retaliation, any concerns regarding GRNH, LLC’s policies and procedures on client privacy and any observed practices in violation of the policy to their supervisor.
• Contract with payors upon request, ensuring all necessary documentation and requirements are met in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain NPI and CAQH profiles, ensuring they are up-to-date and compliant with industry standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Review, approve, and countersign all required clinical documentation in compliance with established timelines.

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000