ALS United Greater New York
ALS C.A.R.E. Comprehensive local care. Advocacy. Research. Education.
Mental Health Counselor – Independent Contractor, Part Time
Location
New Jersey
Posted
131 days ago
Salary
$40K - $50K / year
5 yrs expEnglish
Job Description
• Provide individual short-term counseling tailored to the unique needs of patients and caregivers
• Develop individualized care plans
• Support patients and families in navigating grief, adjustment to diagnosis, loss of function, depression, anxiety, end-of-life issues, caregiver burnout and family dynamics
• Collaborate with internal team members of Care Services to ensure holistic and patient-centered care
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in compliance with legal, ethical, and organizational standards
• As an independent contractor, candidate must have their own HIPAA-compliant software and telehealth platform
• Provide crisis intervention and short-term problem-solving as needed
• Contribute to program development outreach efforts as part of ALSU’s broader mission
Job Requirements
- Masters degree in Social Work or equivalent from an accredited program
- Active professional license in the state of NJ
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in medical social work or palliative care
- Knowledge of ALS and its psychosocial impacts preferred
- Successful completion of a background check is required
- Holder of professional liability insurance
- Strong skills in empathic communication, crisis intervention, and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Experience working with diverse and underserved populations
- Bilingual preferred
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
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