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Location: Morris County , NJ
Job Type/Status: Full Time

Position Summary: 

Center For Family Services is seeking experienced and professional NJ Licensed Clinician for the Crisis Receiving Stabilization Center.  This is a 24-hour psychiatric crisis center for adults experiencing a mental health crisis.   The Crisis Receiving Stabilization Center provides a nurturing and supportive environment where our consumers can receive therapeutic interventions for up to 24 hour

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Creates and maintains a wellness and recovery-oriented environment by using person-centered planning, language and documentation, and by insuring that services provided promote wellness and recovery outcomes.
• Provides direct service to CRSC consumers and their family members; works with the consumer and family to plan for transition out of the CRSC; works with consumer, family, and CRSC APRN to develop an initial Crisis Plan; conveys hopefulness toward people served and their families. 
• Provides education and technical assistance to team members regarding recovery and wellness; works with the team to develop relevant strategies, instilling hope, promoting choice and empowerment, and developing social and spiritual supports; serves as a resource for the team for wellness and recovery strategies.
• Ensures coordination and integration of CRSC services with other Center for Family Services programs and other community programs/agencies in a manner that benefits consumers served. 
• Apply trauma informed care approach to consumer interactions.
• Develop Individual Crisis Plan with consumer.
• Monitor therapeutic environment as necessary.
• Maintain quality documentation; complete all assigned paperwork in a neat, accurate and timely manner.
• Complete incident reports according to policy in a timely, accurate manner.
• Communicate with other staff as necessary to promote quality consumer care.
• Observe and report safety, maintenance problems. 
• Oversee program operations in absence of the CRSC Supervisor.
• Participate in required staff training and staff meetings as scheduled.
• Exercise sound professional judgment and seek assistance as necessary to effectively manage consumer behavior.
• Participate in Center and Program performance improvement activities 
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the position and in accordance with program policies, training, and regulatory requirements.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Note: staff may only perform within their scope of practice.

Requirements: 

• Master's degree in Social Work or allied field of study, licensed in NJ to provide clinical services
• 2 years of experience working with the serious and persistent mentally ill population including the dually diagnosed (Co-occurring) population
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• LCSW or LPC and CADC preferred.
  

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 the 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.