Therapist - Rowan College of South Jersey

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Job Title: Therapist - Cumberland Campus

About Acenda Integrated Health 

Acenda Integrated Health provides 100+ behavioral health programs, including mental health services, crisis care, substance use recovery, family therapy, maternal and pediatric support, and residential programs across New Jersey. Our team enjoys competitive benefits, work-life balance, professional development, and team engaging events. Acenda is recognized as a multi-year Top Workplace by USA Today and The Inquirer and a Top Workplace Culture award winner for Work-Life Balance as well as Joint Commission accredited and certified by MHCA and the New Jersey Alliance for Children, Youth, and Families. Join #TeamAcenda and make a lasting impact. 

Program Info

Rowan College of South Jersey is a regional institution serving Gloucester and Cumberland counties, delivering access to quality higher education at an affordable cost. Acenda and Rowan College of South Jersey joined in a premier partnership to prioritize mental health and wellness for RCSJ’s students through their Wellness Centers on campus, by providing high-quality, evidenced-based, mental health therapy services to students in need.  

Job Overview

The RCSJ therapist is flexible, willing and able to provide ongoing counseling services to students and complete intake appointments in an open access system model. The therapist must possess the skills necessary to work within a team and have awareness and previous implementation of evidence-based protocols. The position has a level of service in regard to face-to-face hours with clients.  The therapist role is an integral part of the RCSJ Wellness Center in helping to ensure the highest quality of service to students. 

Responsibilities:  

• Provides emotional support, appropriate intervention strategies, and adjusts services accordingly. 

• Meets level of service (LOS) expectations. 

• Available on site at identified RCSJ Wellness Center.  

• Develop and implement treatment plans and assist with crisis assessment. 

• Conduct individual and/or group counseling sessions. 

• Upholds ethical standards in accordance with the Social Work Code of Ethics. 
• Educates self on issues impacting the program population. 
• Meets communication, supervisory, program quality, and client interaction requirements as outlined in program manual 
• Attends program staff meetings at least once per month. 
• Effectively engages all client populations
• Works collaboratively with coworkers, RCSJ partners, and agency staff to effectively communicate and problem-solve. 
• Submits documentation within program requirements. 

• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Requirements:

• Minimum requirement is a master's degree and a professional or associate level-license: 

• LCSW, LPC, LSWL, LSW, LAC, LMFT, LAMFT in the state of practice 

• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record  

• Must be able to exercise independent thinking and good judgment under all circumstances. 

• Must be able to analyze work, set goals, develop plans and utilize time effectively and efficiently. 

Additional Information:

• Hourly Rate: $60K-$65K; depending on licensure
• Schedule: Day; possible evenings
• Location: 3322 College Drive, Vineland, NJ 08360
• Bilingual Rate: You will receive an additional $3,120 added to the base rate if Spanish proficient

What we provide: 

• An Innovative culture that encourages you to grow and learn with the agency 
• Mission-driven core 
• Health, Vision and Dental coverage for you and your family 
• 401(k) with 100% employer match on the first 5% of comp 
• Travel Reimbursement – 70 cents/per mile
• Generous time-off 
• Life Insurance 
• Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Year-end bonuses 

Acenda Integrated Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

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