Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Freehold, New Jersey, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Mental Health Counselor
Specialty LMHC
Salary 86,000 – 103,000 yearly
Degree Required Master's in Mental Health Counseling
Position Type Full Time W2 Salary
Work Environment Outpatient
Location Paterson, New Jersey, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 12/01/24

Full-time LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) Wanted for Mental Health Clinic.

We are hiring immediately for a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)!

We are giving a HIRE-ON BONUS.

We help people live their best life. We provide access to therapies for emotional health and wellness; services for substance use recovery, developmental disabilities and acquired brain injury; services for housing and residential programming, and more. With respect, integrity, and compassion, we provide each individual served through person-driven programming to foster independence, community engagement, wellness, and recovery.

We offer a work-life balance, the space to pursue passion projects, and the chance to get to know patients/participants!

Schedule:

  • Full-time position with 30-40 hours per week
  • Flexibility in scheduling for work-life balance

Pay:

Annually $86,000-$103,000

Benefits:

  • Productivity BONUSES
  • Continued professional development
  • Supervision provided with ongoing supervision available
  • Team Environment
  • Flexible Schedule
  • PTO/Sick time
  • Health/Dental/Vision
  • Dependent Care Accounts
  • Hire on bonus

The Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Responsibilities:

  • Provide assessment and treatment planning, as well as consultation, as requested, in the development of pre-crisis and crisis plans, behavioral guidelines, risk assessments, positive behavior plans, medication treatment plans, etc.
  • Complete required documentation in a timely manner, meeting regulatory standards.
  • Utilize evidence-based screening tools as indicated by the clinical team.
  • Work collaboratively with teams/ programs to develop and implement positive behavior support plans.
  • Actively participate in all licensing and accreditation processes.
  • Serve as a liaison to relevant service systems, state agencies, and community partners as needed.
  • Create and maintain open and effective lines of communication in an effort to meet contract standards and promote the mission within the community.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with local, state, federal, and private agencies and organizations to promote programs and to identify and secure potential new alliances, partnerships, and funding sources.
  • Pursue activities to enhance personal and professional growth. Attend conferences, and classes, address groups, and represent the agency. Attend/participate in statewide meetings, task forces, committees, etc. relating to area of expertise.
  • Promote and integrate agency mission, values, philosophy, and principles.
  • Perform other similar duties as assigned by the Clinic Director.

Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in a behavioral health field is required
  • Independent LMHC License by the state board
  • Ability to maintain clinical records and prepare related reports.
  • Ability to work cooperatively in an interdisciplinary team setting.
  • Ability to express ideas effectively.
  • Ability to exercise judgment and make independent decisions based on professional knowledge.

Apply now!