Clinician - Bilingual FSP/FCIU (2176)

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Position Summary:

This dual program clinical position is for the Family Stabilization Program (FSP) and the Family Crisis Intervention  unit Program (FCIU). The clinician will split their time between both programs (80% FSP and 20% FCIU) by providing therapeutic services to children and their families live in Morris County. Morris County Family Stabilization Program (FSP) collaborates exclusively with DCP&P involved families to provide family and individual therapy for a period of 9-12 months or as long as DCP&P is open with the family. All biological and/or resource parent homes have experienced child abuse/neglect, trauma, adoption, and attachment presenting concerns and are recommended to FSP for long-term therapy.  The Morris County Family Crisis Intervention Unit (FCIU) program is a short term, 8-12 week program providing crisis counseling services to families with youth between the ages of 11-17.

Location: Denville, NJ

Job Type/Status: Full Time

Duties and Responsibilities:

FSP/FCIU Clinician must be able to provide services to both English and Spanish Speaking families and must be proficient in speaking, reading and writing in Spanish. Staff member will hold a case load based on contractual requirements, and is responsible for meeting with families weekly, depending on their individual needs. FSP/FCIU clinician will also be responsible for facilitating quarterly psychoeducational diversionary workshops. FSP/FCIU clinician is responsible for maintaining documentation according to program expectations for all assigned families. FSP/FCIU clinician must be able to travel throughout Morris County as needed. On-call responsibilities on a rotation basis are also part of this position. Many of the sessions take place in the homes of Morris County families as a result of no transportation or clinical recommendations for in-home services. FSP Clinician is responsible to collaborate with DCP&P and other community partners and collaterals to provide a strength- based, system-focused service to all FSP involved families.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must have MA/MSW with an active professional license LAC/LPC/LSW/LCSW
  • 1-2 years experience with crisis intervention and in the mental health field preferred.
  • Evening availability a must for sessions.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and assessment skills.
  • Excellent writing skills and computer/EHR literate. 
  • Must be culturally sensitive to work with diverse populations
  • Fluency in Spanish/English languages preferred. 
  • Valid NJ driver's license
  • Reliable transportation 

Benefits:
At the Center for Family Services our employees are our greatest resource and we are committed to investing in our staff. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.*

  • Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday
  • 401k Plan
  • Medical insurance plan options
  • Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Prescription Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health & Wellness Activities
  • Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities
  • Opportunity for advancement

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