Assistant Director, Social Work & Behavioral Health

Allaire; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Allaire Rehab & Nursing in Freehold, NJ is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to provide psychotherapy and behavioral health services to residents with complex medical and neurological needs.

The role blends direct clinical care, assessments, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and interdisciplinary collaboration to support residents and their families. This full-time position offers a collaborative, patient-centered environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• MSW from an accredited program.
• Active New Jersey LCSW credential.
• Experience providing psychotherapy and behavioral health assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual psychotherapy to residents experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment difficulties, and other mental health concerns.
• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial and behavioral health assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable therapeutic goals.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including CBT, supportive psychotherapy, and other appropriate modalities.
• Assess and address challenging behaviors, emotional dysregulation, and psychosocial barriers to care.
• Collaborate with psychiatric providers, nursing, rehabilitation, and Social Services to coordinate behavioral health treatment.
• Assist in developing individualized behavioral support plans and nonpharmacological interventions.
• Provide crisis intervention, de-escalation, and emotional support as clinically appropriate.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and provide clinical recommendations.
• Support residents and families in adjusting to chronic illness, neurological impairments, disability, and changes in independence.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation in accordance with professional and regulatory standards.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Psychotherapy

Treatment planning

Psychiatric disorders

Trauma-informed care

Crisis management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

HIPAA compliance

Caseload management

Cultural sensitivity

Education

MSW degree

LCSW license

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

Allaire Rehab & Nursing in Freehold, NJ is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to provide psychotherapy and behavioral health services to residents with complex medical and neurological needs.

The role blends direct clinical care, assessments, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and interdisciplinary collaboration to support residents and their families. This full-time position offers a collaborative, patient-centered environment with opportunities for professional growth.