*Function: *To prov
e in-home therapeutic services for ch
dren and
- ilies within the
- PP adoption and
- ship system. T
- tment and pro
- m emphasis is t
- trengthen family func
- ning, stabilize
lacements
- upport perman
- e, parent advoca
nd education, and to minimiz
- isruptions. Clinicians will be trained in an evidence- based model that utilizes a stre
th-based,
address core adoption
- nship issues and trauma wit
- he goal of establishing permanence and stab
ty. Clinicians work with
amilies prior to adoption or kinship finalization, as referred by the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCP&P). Services are provided throughout New Jersey.
*Responsibilities:*
* Schedules and conducts family and/or individual therapy sessions in-home or if requested by family in another location or virtually.
* Completes training in the evidence -based model (determined by the Department of Children and Families).
* Participates in the Adoption Certificate Program through Rutgers University (can be completed within one year of enrollment and while employed).
* Executes assessments and all necessary case record documentation/forms in a timely fashion and in accordance with professional standards.
* Inputs all data within the tracking system to monitor change (improvement or decline)
* Functions in cooperation with DCP&P staff for children referred pre-finalization including, but not limited to, attending case conferences, maintaining telephone and/or email contact, providing written reports and other communication regarding clinical progress and treatment.
* Collaborates with child study teams, hospital programs and other collateral providers, as clinically appropriate and permitted, to ensure continuity of care.
* Supports Division case planning for DCP&P referred cases and family advocacy for services in community referred cases.
* Provides additional clinical/therapeutic services as appropriate to situation and ethics.
* Participates in team meetings and individual supervisory meetings on a regular basis (as appropriate and needed).
* Acts as a promoter and ambassador of the program and the agency within the community.
* Completes the Adoption Certificate Program at Rutgers University.
* Maintains and furthers clinical skills, with particular emphasis on subjects relevant to pre and post adoption and kinship populations.
* Attends supervision regularly and is prepared for discussion and case processing.
* Other duties as assigned.
*Qualifications/Requirements:*
* Minimum of an LCSW, LPC, or MFT. Experience with children and families preferred, experience with foster care and loss issues helpful.
* Valid Driver’s License and use of own car for self-transportation
* Ability to work respectfully with people of diverse backgrounds and display sensitivity to cultural diversity.
* Ability to work effectively as a team member as well as independently in clinical capacity/self-management.
* Willingness to maintain a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the families being served
* Openness to learning/coaching via a new treatment model.
* Experience working with children, youth and families a plus.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Evening shift
* Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Fair Lawn, NJ: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
* Bachelor's (Required)
License/Certification:
* Driver's License (Required)
* Licensed Certified Social Worker (Required)
Work Location: In person