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Location: Phillipsburg, NJ, may include some Washington, NJ

Job Type/Status: Full Time

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Runs groups with consumers who are both in individual treatment as well as individuals who are medication only-as a method to extend and/or enhance the continuum of care.
• Runs at least two groups a day, Mon-Fri, and ensures that each group contains the maximum number of consumers, allowable by state regulations (8 for MH consumers and 10-12 for co-occurring consumers).
• Develop comprehensive holistic assessments of children, adolescents, adults, older adults and clients with secondary diagnosis of MR/DD; involve family members as indicated.
• Develop individual and family focused treatment plans which are goal directed; involve family members as indicated.
• Coordinate treatment planning with internal and external stakeholders including FGC staff and external stakeholders including DCP&P, schools, the Prosecutor's Office, Probation, Parole, IDRC, Office on Aging and other relevant agencies and services.
• Complete evaluations and treatment progress notes in accordance with agency policies.
• Complete reports to be submitted to DCP&P, the Court, the Prosecutor's Office, Probation, Parole and IDRC on a timely basis.
• Meet with supervisor on a regular basis.
• Be familiar with community resources and refer clients as indicated.
• Participates in regularly scheduled department meetings and attends scheduled administrative/clinical meetings
• Takes responsibility for professional development and meeting licensure requirements for maintaining credentials through attendance at relevant workshops and seminars
• Participates in Center and Program performance improvement activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field, from  an accredited University.
• License for independent practice in New Jersey, in good standing, LAC/LPC or LSW/LCSW
• Two years supervised experience in working with mentally ill clients
• Develops and runs outpatient groups, at two FGC locations (Washington and Phillipsburg),Monday-Friday (two evenings required).

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

About Employment at Center For Family Services Apply and get hired at Center For Family Services, a leader in the non-profit sector and named as a top workplace in the region since 2010. As part of our team, you will be recognized as our most valuable resource. Our staff balance best practices with personalized care. Together our team makes a positive difference in the lives of people in need. If you're interested in a rewarding career, Center For Family Services is a great place to grow as a professional. For more information about our top workplace, please visit Center For Family Services website at www.centerffs.org.

Disclaimer Many positions require motor vehicle record evaluations and medical clearances. Center For Family Services is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.