Intensive In-Community Clinician
12 days ago
Union
Job DescriptionSalary: Intensive In-Community Clinician (IIC) Owen Health Care Essential Duties and Responsibilities The Intensive In-Community (IIC) Clinician provides community-based mental health services to children/adolescents and their families, delivering strengths-based, family-centered interventions in home and community settings. Services are provided in accordance with NJ Childrens System of Care (CSOC)/PerformCare expectations (as applicable), agency policies, and all confidentiality and documentation standards. Clinical Services (In-Home / Community-Based) • Provide individual and family therapy in the home and community (and via telehealth when permitted)., • Complete clinical intakes, biopsychosocial assessments, risk screenings, and ongoing reassessments as required., • Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans with measurable objectives in collaboration with the youth, caregiver(s), and treatment team., • Use evidence-informed, developmentally appropriate interventions (e.g., CBT-informed skills, trauma-informed care, behavioral strategies, parenting support, crisis de-escalation)., • Provide psychoeducation to youth/caregivers on mental health symptoms, coping skills, emotional regulation, family communication, and behavior support strategies., • Conduct risk assessment (including suicide/self-harm and safety risks) and implement safety planning with caregivers and youth as indicated., • Provide crisis intervention, de-escalation, and coordination with emergency services/mobile crisis when clinically necessary., • Coordinate care with collateral providers and systems (e.g., schools, primary care, psychiatry, DCPP, juvenile justice, case managers, mentors), with appropriate releases., • Participate in treatment team meetings, Child Family Team (CFT) meetings, case conferences, and other interdisciplinary meetings as required., • Complete documentation accurately and on time in the agency EHR, including:, • Intake/assessment documents, • Treatment plans and updates, • Progress notes for every contact (including collateral contacts), • Discharge summaries and transition plans, • Maintain records consistent with payer requirements (e.g., CSOC/PerformCare), agency policy, and applicable NJ regulations., • Protect confidentiality and follow mandated reporting requirements and ethical standards. Professional Responsibilities • Maintain a consistent schedule aligned with family availability (including some evenings as needed)., • Attend clinical supervision, trainings, staff meetings, and required in-services., • Participate in on-call/coverage expectations if assigned., • Perform other duties as assigned to support program operations and quality care. Qualifications / Educational Requirements • Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related behavioral health field., • A valid and active LAC, LSW, LCSW, or LPC license in the state of New Jersey is required., • Experience providing services to children/adolescents and families preferred., • Knowledge of community-based systems (CSOC/PerformCare, DCPP, schools, juvenile justice) preferred., • Strong clinical judgment, crisis management skills, and ability to work independently in the community., • Strong written and verbal communication; ability to meet documentation deadlines., • Valid drivers license and reliable transportation (if travel is required)., • Ability to pass required background checks and comply with agency onboarding requirements. Work Environment and Physical Requirements Physical Requirements • Ability to communicate effectively and document electronically., • Ability to travel to homes/community settings and navigate stairs/buildings as needed., • Ability to safely manage community-based work demands with or without reasonable accommodation. Work Environment • Services are provided in homes and community settings; work may include exposure to unpredictable environments and clients in crisis., • The position requires professionalism, situational awareness, and adherence to safety protocols. Disclaimer: This job description is a general guide and is not exhaustive. Duties may change based on program needs, payer requirements, and supervisory direction.