Position Summary:

• Participates in the provision of mental health and youth development activities.
• Ensures all client interactions are recorded via a progress note in EMR.
• Responsible for upkeep and maintenance records of program vehicle(s).
• Participates and contributes to the treatment of clients on an as needed basis in collaboration with the clinical staff.
• Effectively co-leads therapeutic activities for clients.
• May design and implement workshop, groups and/or in collaboration with school district and other UBHC personnel. Manages youth development activities to ensure safety of all students.
• Makes home and school visits as indicated by record review.
• Participates in the intake and registration process for youth and family.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Three (3) years of relevant full-time paid experience in the mental health field or one (1) year of full-time paid experience (part time and/or per diem experience may be substituted for the full-time equivalent) along with at least two (2) years of college majoring in a relevant mental health, social, or human services field, including twenty-four (24) verified credits in a relevant mental health, social, or human services field, such as psychology, social work, counseling or three (3) years of college majoring in a relevant mental health, social, or human services field, including thirty-six (36) verified credits in a relevant mental health, social or human services field, such as psychology, social work, counseling. 

City: Newark

State: NJ

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Posting Number: 26ST0895

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