$3,000 Sign-on Bonus! Position Summary Evaluates patients for level of care, provides counseling, linkage, and follow-up services. Guides patients and their families from the Emergency evaluation through all levels of care to hospitalization in the State system. Primary Position Responsibilities 1.Provides thorough evaluations to patients, including collateral contacts with family and treatment provider(s), both in the Medical Center and the community. 2.Provides counseling to patients and their families. 3.Collaborates effectively with Emergency Department, Psychiatry, 2 Central, and other HBH/HHS systems staff. 4.Interface with all acute system of care providers (STCF, State Hospital, ICMS, PACT, etc.) and community providers to facilitate appropriate treatment and case management. 5.Provides accurate and timely documentation of all activities. Qualifications Minimum Education: Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field Preferred: None Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation): Required: 2 years clinical experience Preferred: Experience in a crisis setting License, Registry or Certification: Required: ?State of NJ Screening certification (within 6 months of hire) ?Valid Drivers License Preferred: None Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities: Required: None Preferred: Familiar with State of New Jersey Psychiatric and Commitment laws and process. Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings. The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant's hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).