Job Information
RWJBarnabas Health Psychologist, Mental Health-Adult OP in Elizabeth, New Jersey
Psychologist, Mental Health-Adult OPReq #:0000143828
Category:Psychologist
Status:Per Diem
Shift:Day
Facility:Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department:Mental Health-Adult OP
Location:
NPC PLAZA BLDG, 654 E. Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206
Job Overview:
The Psychologist provides supervision to clinical staff regarding assessments, interventions and treatment planning on each clinician's caseload. This role also conducts meetings with clinical staff to review cases as a team and to discuss strategies for treatment and intervention, and reviews discharges and ensure that there is justification for closing the case.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Doctoral degree in Psychology
Preferred:
- One year of clinical experience
Certifications and Licenses Required:
- New Jersey Licensed Psychologist
Scheduling Requirements:
Shift working, 8am-4pm
Per Diem
Essential Functions:
Develop and deliver professional continuing education seminars and workshops to the mental health community as requested
Develop clinically relevant programs when requested and in response to patient, family and mental health community need
Conduct psychological tests when indicated in the treatment plan
Abide by all state regulations and professional APA ethical and code of conduct standards
Precept new employees and students, as requested
Make certain that their situation is stable and there is follow-up and linkage to appropriate services
Review staff documentation in charts, including assessments, treatment plans and case recording
Recommend revisions in the case recording for clinical appropriateness and other documentation
Make certain that the charts are in order and the necessary forms are completed and in the chart
Assist program director in implementing and monitoring client database and statistical information
This includes preparing and submitting reports to the state or clinical reports for individual cases
Maintain direct service caseload
Assist with direct service functions as needed
These include assessments, developing treatment plans, off site intervention, behavioral skills training, clinical case management and crisis intervention
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
