Behavioral Health Clinician (LSW/LAC)

New Brunswick Counseling & Burlington Counseling Center; New Brunswick (NJ); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time (PTO)

Employer-contributed 401(k)

Ongoing professional development

Flexible hybrid schedule

Flexible hybrid schedule

Job summary

A health care provider seeks a mid-senior level mental health professional for a part-time role in New Brunswick, NJ. The ideal candidate will perform biopsychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans while providing individual and group counseling, both in-person and via telehealth. Strong clinical judgment and a master's degree in Social Work or Counseling along with New Jersey licensure are essential. Flexible scheduling is key to support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required, preferably in Social Work or Counseling.
• Must hold active New Jersey licensure: LSW or LAC.
• Experience in outpatient behavioral health preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, boundaries, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments for mental health and substance use.
• Develop person-centered treatment plans in partnership with clients.
• Provide individual and group counseling, both in-person and telehealth.
• Use evidence-informed practices (MI, CBT/DBT) as appropriate.
• Support clients with stress management, regulation, recovery supports, and resources.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and outcomes.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation in the EMR per program standards.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Clinical judgment

Bilingual skills

Clinical judgment

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling

Active New Jersey licensure: LSW or LAC

Tools

EMRs

Microsoft Office

Job description

New Brunswick Counseling Center (NBCC) is a CARF‑accredited, nonprofit provider of outpatient substance use and mental health services. We deliver respectful, high‑quality care that supports recovery and wellness across our communities.

Our Care Philosophy

At NBCC, we believe healing happens when people feel safe, heard, and respected. We use a trauma‑informed approach that emphasizes:

• Emotional and physical safety
• Choice and shared decision‑making
• Strengths‑based goal setting
• Cultural humility and responsive care
• Collaboration and transparency

What You’ll Do

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments for mental health and substance use needs
• Develop person‑centered treatment plans in partnership with clients
• Provide individual and group counseling (in‑person and telehealth)
• Use evidence‑informed practices (e.g., MI, CBT/DBT‑informed skills, relapse prevention, coping skills) as appropriate
• Support clients with stress management, emotional regulation, recovery supports, and community resources
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and strengthen outcomes
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation in the EMR in accordance with program standards and compliance requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field (accredited program)
• Active New Jersey licensure: LSW or LAC (required)
• Commitment to trauma‑informed and culturally responsive care
• Strong clinical judgment, boundaries, and professionalism
• Comfortable managing a caseload independently while working collaboratively
• Proficiency with EMRs and basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Preferred (not Required)

• Experience in outpatient behavioral health, SUD treatment, co‑occurring disorders, MAT/OTP settings, or community mental health
• Group facilitation experience
• Bilingual skills (Spanish/other languages)

Benefits & Perks

• Sick time (PTO)
• Employer‑contributed 401(k)
• Ongoing professional development (Relias training)
• Structured clinical supervision toward licensure + supportive peer consultation
• Flexible hybrid schedule to support work‑life balance

Location & Schedule

• Positions available at Burlington (Mount Holly) and New Brunswick
• Part‑time with flexible scheduling; mix of in‑person and telehealth based on program needs

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Part‑time

Job function

• Health Care Provider