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ALS United Greater New York

ALS C.A.R.E. Comprehensive local care. Advocacy. Research. Education.

Mental Health Counselor – Independent Contractor, Part Time

CounselorCounselorPart TimeRemoteSeniorTeam 11-50Since 1994H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

New Jersey

Posted

133 days ago

Salary

$40K - $50K / year

Seniority

Senior

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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