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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE THERAPIST

Gateway Community Action Partnership

Passaic, NJFull-time$70–73K/yrSeen 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$70–73K/yr
Location
Passaic, NJ
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

State Licensure Requirements For NJMaster's degree

Job overview

Gateway Community Action Partnership is hiring a DOMESTIC VIOLENCE THERAPIST. The Domestic Violence Therapist provides diagnostic assessments, therapy, counseling, and support services to individuals on their caseload. This role involves conducting individual, family, couples, and group sessions, establishing trusting relationships, and implementing various treatments. The therapist will continually assess client situations, provide ongoing treatments, and collaborate with outside agencies to ensure continuity of care.

Key focus areas include Schedule and conduct regular appointments with clients, Conduct individual, family, couples, and group sessions, and Establish positive and trusting relationships with clients.

Successful candidates bring Graduate Degree, 1+ Years Therapy Experience, and NJ State Licensure. Important skills include Diagnostic Assessments, Therapy, Counseling, Support Services, Conduct Individual Sessions, and Conduct Family Sessions. Preferred (not required): Active Listening, Positive Attitude, Time Management, and Stay Updated On Protocols.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Diagnostic AssessmentsTherapyCounselingSupport ServicesConduct Individual SessionsConduct Family SessionsConduct Couples SessionsConduct Group SessionsEstablish Positive RelationshipsImplement Treatments and ProtocolsAccurately DiagnoseAssess Client SituationsProvide Ongoing TreatmentsEducate Family MembersCollaborate With Outside AgenciesRecord DocumentationMaintain DocumentationMaintain Client FilesRefer Clients to Outside SourcesMaintain Client ConfidentialityProvide Mental Health TrainingsAttend Community MeetingsParticipate in Weekly SupervisionParticipate in Staff MeetingsAssist With Outreach EffortsDSM-5 KnowledgeInterpersonal CommunicationActive ListeningRelationship-Building CapabilitiesCommunicationPositive AttitudeCompassionate AttitudeAttention to DetailTime ManagementPrioritize NeedsStay Updated on New TreatmentsStay Updated on ProtocolsStay Updated on Licensure RequirementsWork IndependentlyWork as Part of a TeamMaintain Flexible Schedule

Qualifications

Graduate Degree1 Year ExperienceState Licensure Requirements for NJExperience Providing Treatment to Victims of Domestic ViolencePersonal Liability InsuranceMaster's Degree in PsychologyMaster's Degree in CounselingMaster's Degree in Social WorkMaster's Degree in Related Field

Full job description

Salary Range $70,000.00 - $73,000.00 Salary/year

Position Type Full Time

Education Level Graduate Degree

Travel Percentage Up to 25%

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION : Therapist is responsible for providing diagnostic assessments, therapy, counseling, and support services to individuals assigned to his/her caseload.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES :

  • Schedule and Conduct regular appointments with clients

  • Able to conduct individual, family, couples, and group sessions

  • Establish positive and trusting relationships with clients

  • Implement various treatments and protocols to provide guidance and appropriately address client needs

  • Ability to accurately diagnose based on client’s symptoms

  • Continually assess client situations and provide the proper ongoing treatments

  • Educate and involve family members or other loved ones in the treatment process when necessary

  • Collaborate with outside agencies, as necessary, to ensure continuity of care

  • Record and maintain adequate documentation (intake forms, biopsychosocial assessment, treatment plans, progress notes, mental health inventories, etc.)

  • Maintain neat and organized client files and workspace

  • When required, refer clients to outside sources or agencies that can better address their specific needs

  • Maintain the strictest confidentiality of each client

  • Maintain all required licenses

  • Provide mental health related trainings and attend community meetings as needed

  • Participate in weekly supervision and staff meetings

  • Assist with outreach efforts

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

Education: Graduate Degree

EXPERIENCE : 1 Year

OTHER REQUIREMENTS :

  • Minimum of a Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field preferred

  • Meet all necessary state licensure requirements for NJ

  • Experience providing treatment to victims of domestic violence

  • Minimum of one-year therapy experience in an outpatient or in-home setting.

  • Must have experience with utilizing short-term therapy modalities.

  • Knowledgeable of the DSM-5

  • Must obtain personal liability insurance upon hiring

OTHER SKILLS

  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to actively listen

  • Solid relationship-building capabilities

  • Good verbal and written communication skills

  • A positive and compassionate attitude

  • Keen attention to detail

  • Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize needs

  • Willingness to stay updated on new treatments, protocols, and licensure requirements within the field

  • Passion for advancing in the mental health field

  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team

  • Able to maintain a flexible schedule

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