LifeTies, Inc. is a Mercer County, 501(c)3 non-profit established in 1981. The mission of LifeTies is to nurture wellness and self-sufficiency in vulnerable youth, young adults and their families LifeTies, Inc. is a supportive network of professional staff and trained volunteers dedicated to creating programs for youth to overcome the effects of abuse, neglect or homelessness. Our programs offer a nurturing, safe environment to heal, learn and become equipped with the tools to work towards a brighter future.

The Clinical Coordinator must possess a NJ- LSW/LCSW, LAC/LPC.  Must have three years of experience working with high functioning youth and young adults; along with experience working with the populations served.  The Clinical Coordinator must have a valid driver’s license; pass a criminal background check and all other agency requirements.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Clinical Coordinator (CC) supervises all facets of clinical case management for youth in a group home, providing both individual and group clinical and allied therapies; referrals to community agencies and treatment planning.  The CC is on-call 24 hours a day for clinical emergencies. It is the expectation that the ideal candidate is competent in diverse treatment modules to engage youth and families in treatment.  The CC will serve as a member of the group home administrative team providing clinical feedback as needed. The CC will work collaboratively with community organizations in service to  pregnant and parenting youth; youth with chronic health conditions, and youth with a history of trauma.

SUPERVISED BY:  Director of Group Home Services

SUPERVISES:  Interns

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Supervising Masters and Bachelors level interns and volunteers
• Complying with all DCF Manual requirements, CARF standards and other agency contractual agreements
• Providing some supervision and transportation for persons served
• Providing a minimum of 2 hours of individual therapy per week per person served; and 3 hours of group
• Serving as a member of the Treatment Team for each person served
• Preparation and dissemination of clinical assessments, updates, reports, and treatment plans at designated intervals. 
• Facilitating referrals to community agencies for supplemental services
• Coordinating and facilitating educational groups and workshops (Psychoeducational); and allied therapies (art, music physical, etc). 
• Utilizing Apricot Core- an electronic records database or all record keeping  
• Community networking  
• Participating in scheduled agency staff meetings and agency/community workshops and training
• Respond to all crisis situations
• Responsible for 24 hour on call duties as arranged by Director

Clinical

• Participate in clinical supervision with Clinical Supervisor.
• Provide clinical/behavioral support/training for staff
• Conduct weekly individual group and individual sessions for youth
• Attend community training for skills development and to maintain license
• Ascertain licensure as an LCSW/LPC within 2 years of hire or demonstrate progress in licensure completion.  

• Responsible for the administration of clinical, behavioral or program assessments

Basics

• All positions are awake, active and alert*
• Responsible for learning and carrying out the mission, policies and procedures of LifeTies, Inc.
• Responsible for being a positive representative of LifeTies, Inc in your appearance, actions and demeanor at all times.  
• Responsible for appropriate attire and professional behavior at all times.
• Other duties as assigned

Core Competencies:

• Networking
• Advocacy
• Person-centered care
• Detailed-oriented
• Teamwork
• Professionalism and Ethical standards
• Technologically Competent 

Employee Classification:  Full-time (40 hours a week).

Salary/Compensation:  $55,000 annually plus $1500 Signing Bonus:

The bonus will be paid in two installments, $750 will be paid on the next regularly scheduled pay date after you start employment with LifeTies, Inc., $750 will be paid six months after date of hire.   The sign on bonus is taxable, and all regular payroll taxes will be withheld.  In the event you leave LifeTies, Inc. within 12 months of your date of hire, you will be responsible for reimbursing LifeTies for the entire sign on bonus.

* Clinical Supervision for licensure included

* Please submit a cover letter and resume

LifeTies, Inc. is an EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) employer.  LifeTies, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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 characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training