Full-Time Licensed Mental Health TherapistNeuropath Behavioral Healthcare has immediate openings for Full-Time Licensed Mental Health Therapists in Central New Jersey to provide In-Home and Center-Based weekly therapeutic services for youth with mental health disorders.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals to make a meaningful impact while working with a diverse population of children and adolescents with exceptional needs. This position also includes
mentoring newly hired therapists and interns, shaping the clinical growth of our team.
Key Responsibilities- Providing individual In-home therapy and Telehealth therapy sessions.
- Performing bio-psycho- social assessments is a plus.
- Implement coping and social skills, anger management and reduce risk behaviors such as SIB or physical aggression.
- Work to improve youth and caretaker decision-making skills to manage in-home behavioral challenges.
- Collaborate effectively and consistently with the Child Family Treatment Team and/or professionals from other disciplines who also work to support the youth and family.
- Mentor newly hired therapists and interns, providing guidance, feedback, and support in clinical practices.
- Submit all required documentation and paperwork within designated time frames (intake, treatment plan, DAP notes, etc.)
- Attend monthly meetings and submit mandatory clinical documentation.
- Must be able to complete or willing to train for Bio-Psycho-Social assessments.
Requirements- Must have a master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Family Therapy, or related fields
- Active license in New Jersey (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LAC, LSW, LFT); candidates with out-of-state licenses may be considered if reciprocity applies.
- Minimum 5 years of post-licensure clinical experience working with youth with mental health disorders
- Experience mentoring, supervising, or training junior therapists and interns
- Has Clinical Mental Health Trauma Counseling Training
- Has some training or willing to complete Crisis Intervention Training (e.g. CSOC Training)
- Has post-internship field experience working with youth with mental health disorders with clinical experience
- Has experience with creating treatment planning, treatment goals setting, progress notes, and initial assessments.
- Has experience in various counseling approaches: CBT, DBT, Trauma Response, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused
- Knows how to use the DSM-5-TR for Assessments and Diagnosis
- Must have experience providing positive behavior supports.
- Must have prior experience working with children ages 3-20, and working with children with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) is a plus.
- Valid New Jersey Driver's License
- Must pass all state and federal background checks
- A pre-employment, post conditional job offer drug screen is required for this role.
- Must submit resume plus copies of master's degree, with a copy of NJ or Certification or License.
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor H-1B or other employment visas at this time.
- State Reciprocity considered, but candidate must be within 25-30 minutes of service areas
- Availability during after-school hours (12 PM-8 PM); weekend flexibility is a plus
Benefits:- A dynamic work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth
- Competitive Pay
- Paid Time Off & Sick Pay (Full-Time):
- PTO accrual based on years of service (13-20 days annually).
- Sick Time Off (STO) up to 40 hours per year.
- Paid Time Off & Sick Pay (Part-Time):
- PTO accrual based on years of service (up to 40 hours annually).
- Sick Time Off (STO) up to 40 hours per year.
- Ongoing Job Training
Health and Ancillary Full-Time Benefits:- ICHRA Health Coverage Reimbursement Plan
- Short/ Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- 401K
Important: Full-time candidates must not maintain an active private practice due to potential conflicts of interest.
Pay Range: $75,000 - $90,000 per hour
