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Founded in 1963 as a Child Guidance Clinic, West Bergen has grown into a comprehensive mental health center serving the residents of Bergen County and beyond. The agency offers a full spectrum of critical psycho-therapeutic treatments for children, adolescents, adults and families suffering from trauma, depression, anxiety and other mental health issues, including those resulting from COVID-19. Through its mission of hope and healing, the Agency now serves over 3,000 individuals, couples and families each year.
If you are a high energy, compassionate individual, interested in pursuing a career in the field of social work, and seeking to make a difference in the lives of others, West Bergen offers a nurturing, collegial, team-oriented environment.
Sign-On Bonus, up to $2000 for all newly hired staff.
Residential Relief Workers
Residential Relief Workers
ApplicantstoworkinourResidentialprogram are currently being accepted.
Hourly rate of $17.13 – $18.88
Relief positions are for fill in work. You will be called and given the opportunity to work when another staff member is out, whether for vacation, sick, etc.
Qualifications are flexible with either a degree from an accredited college or university with a major in a mental health, health, or other appropriate human services related discipline; or a combination of one or more years of college plus related work or life experience together equaling four years (The individual is required to have at least one year of related work or life experience, if the four year college education does not meet the requirements above); or a license as a practical nurse plus two years of related work or life experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent, with four years of related work or life experience. Valid driver’s license. Good driving record, meeting the recommendations of Agency Automotive Insurer preferred.
In addition, the position requires CPR/First Aid training, to be obtained prior to providing services alone and within 30 days of hire. We will provide the training if none currently exists.
The positions in our Residential Program provide supervision and support to clients living in a group home or apartment/community setting. The Residential Worker encourages residential client’s wellness and recovery through group activities, education in daily living skills, supportive counseling and medication management.
The position requires meeting of documentation standards, and required clinical competencies as identified. Basic computer/keyboarding skills, including familiarity with word processing programs, (MS Word preferred) for report writing, forms, records, letters, etc., ability to learn and use the electronic client record keeping system, additional requirements may occur as specific job needs evolve. Understanding of various treatment theories and modalities, which are considered as standard or usual in the treatment of the adult psychiatric population and their families, needed.
Please note that all listed job descriptions are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Residential Workers F/T
Qualifications are flexible with either a BA degree from an accredited college or university with a major in a mental health, health, or other appropriate human services related discipline; or a licensed registered nurse; or a combination of one or more years of college plus related work or life experience together equaling four years (The individual is required to have at least one year of related work or life experience, if the four year college education does not meet the requirements above.); or a license as a practical nurse plus two years of related work or life experience; or a high school diploma or the equivalent, plus four years of related work or life experience. Position requires CPR/First Aid training be obtained prior to delivering services alone and within 30 days of hire. We will provide training if none currently exists.
Residential Case Manager
The Residential Case Manager provides supervision and support to clients living in a group home or apartment/community setting. They encourage residential client’s wellness and recovery through group activities, education in daily living skills, supportive counseling, and medication management. They participate in the development of Treatment Plans for each client on caseload, as well as providing oversight, documentation, and coordination of client’s receipt of medical care benefits and all Psychiatric rehabilitation services.
Flexible Hours, 35 – 40 per week, may include days, evenings and/or weekends. Shifts and location to be discussed at time of inquiry. Locations may include Paramus, Mahwah or Ramsey as potential work sites.
Full time staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, employer paid life & long term disability insurance, 403b retirement account with matching when criteria met, medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, voluntary critical illness, accident and life insurance, as well as generous paid time off including vacation, sick, personal and holiday time. Hourly rate, $18.88 – $20.75
Qualifications: BA degree from an accredited college or university with a major in a mental health, health, or other appropriate human services related discipline; or a combination of one or more years of college plus related work or life experience in the field together equaling four years (The individual is required to have at least one year of related work or life experience, if the four year college education does not meet the requirements above); or a high school diploma or the equivalent, plus four years of related work or life experience in the psychology field. Additionally, one year experience in a residential specific mental health setting is required. CPR/First Aid trained, to be obtained prior to providing services alone and within 30 days of hire. We will provide training if none currently exists. A valid drivers license, meeting the recommendations of the Agency Auto Insurer is preferred.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status,
Resumes should contain a cover letter indicating position being applied for. Forward to: HR@westbergen.org or fax to 201-957-1566