We're Hiring: Rehabiliatation Psychologist
Location: Brick/Toms River
Employment Type: Exempt Full Time In Person - 40 hours
Department: Adult Brain Injury, Residential and Day Program

Salary: $80.000.00 -$118.000.00

Bancroft is a leading service-provider for children and adults with autism, other intellectual or developmental disabilities or those in need of neurological rehabilitation.

We provide a full continuum of highly effective services — for people of all ages and every level of abilities — based on best practices and scientifically proven techniques. Our services include special education, vocational training, supported employment, structured day programs, group home and apartment programs both on-campus and in the community,  and outpatient rehabilitation services.

Position Summary:
Provides direct, consultative, and supportive assessment and therapeutic services in psychotherapy and cognitive rehabilitation therapy to persons served and outpatients to enhance individual potential for learning and to meet the specific rehabilitation needs of persons served.

• Provide psychological and neuropsychological assessment, treatment, and consultation services in compliance with applicable licensing, regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards.
• Conduct comprehensive psychological, cognitive, behavioral, and neuropsychological assessments to develop individualized treatment recommendations and rehabilitation plans.
• Develop, implement, and monitor evidence-based treatment plans, behavioral interventions, and measurable therapeutic goals.
• Provide individual and group psychotherapy using appropriate therapeutic techniques based on each individual's cognitive, emotional, developmental, and functional needs.
• Consult with interdisciplinary teams, families, residential staff, educators, and healthcare providers to coordinate care and promote successful rehabilitation outcomes.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate behavior intervention plans and provide guidance on positive behavior supports and skill development.
• Provide crisis assessment, intervention, and consultation, utilizing approved de-escalation and crisis management techniques.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation, assessment reports, treatment plans, progress notes, and behavioral data in accordance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Train and mentor staff, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members on behavioral strategies, treatment implementation, and rehabilitation best practices.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, treatment planning, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical case reviews.
• Supervise and provide clinical guidance to practicum students, interns, and postdoctoral fellows, as assigned.
• Maintain current licensure, required certifications, and continuing education while adhering to ethical standards, confidentiality requirements (HIPAA), and organizational policies.
• Perform other related clinical, consultative, and administrative duties as assigned in support of rehabilitation services and organizational goals.

Education & Experience: 

Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling, Psychology, or a related psychological field required for current licensure by the State of New Jersey. 

Special Skills:

Ability to effectively communicate medical information, test results, diagnoses and/or proposed treatment in a manner easily understood is required. Knowledge of psychosocial counseling techniques, educational development test administration and interpretation, and interviewing and psychological/developmental assessment skills required.  Knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations, policies, and standards pertaining to the provision of psychosocial services to disabled individuals required. 

Effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills required with a strong desire to work with neurologically-challenged individuals.  Ability to work independently and as an integral part of a team required.  Ability to implement crisis intervention techniques required.  Attainment of CPR, First Aid, and Crisis Prevention and Intervention certification within first 90 days of employment required.  Valid driver’s license required in incumbent’s legal name and current address with no provisional restrictions. Minimum 18 years of age required.

What You’ll Love About Bancroft: 

• Meaningful Purpose: We truly make a difference in the lives of others, which inspires us to be better people, and gives us purpose. 
• Lasting Bonds: We are a close-knit, committed team who feel like a second family
• Personal Growth: There are opportunities to build skills, PT continuing education and licensing, career advancement, tuition assistance, and loan repayment programs 
• Outstanding Benefits: We offer competitive salaries, retirement savings program, generous paid time off, medical and dental insurance, and more

What May Challenge You: 

• Every hour of each day is different 
• Caring for the people we serve can be physically, mentally, and emotionally tough

About Bancroft

At Bancroft, you’ll do more than just make an impact. We are a care team of 2,700 employees across 200+ facilities and homes in NJ, PA, and DE committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of the people we serve and their loved ones. Together, we work diligently and compassionately, to improve the lives of the people we serve. Find your purpose and more at Bancroft.

Real Life. Real Purpose.

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Bancroft is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and supports diversity, equity and inclusion in its hiring and employment practices, so that every team member can feel a true sense of belonging, and maximize their unique potential.  To this end, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.