Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Job Title: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Location:   Newark, New Jersey

Job Type: Per Diem

Position Overview:

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Priority Group Services, you will play a vital role in providing family-centered therapeutic interventions. Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, you will assess family dynamics, develop treatment plans, and deliver culturally sensitive therapy to promote positive mental health outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Family-Centered Therapy:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of family dynamics and relationships.

• Provide evidence-based family therapy to address emotional and behavioral challenges.

• Individual and Group Therapy:

• Offer individual and group therapy to children and adolescents.

• Collaborate with clients and families to develop and implement effective treatment plans.

• Treatment Planning:

• Collaborate with team members to develop and review individualized treatment plans.

• Monitor and adjust treatment strategies based on the progress of clients and families.

• Crisis Intervention:

• Participate in crisis intervention as needed, supporting families during challenging situations.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of crisis prevention plans.

• Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Team:

• Work closely with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other professionals to coordinate holistic care.

• Contribute to team meetings and case conferences to discuss treatment approaches.

• Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.

• Provide written reports and updates to the team as required.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of New Jersey.

• Experience in providing family-centered therapy to children and adolescents.

• Strong assessment, therapeutic, and crisis intervention skills.

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay: $65 - $70 per hour

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.