Child Therapist - Cape May

AC001 Acenda, Inc.; Cape May Court House (NJ); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Health, Vision, and Dental coverage

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Acenda Integrated Health is seeking a Therapist in Cape May to provide assessment and evidence-based clinical treatment to children, adolescents, and families. The role collaborates with the team to deliver TF-CBT, PCIT, PMT, and MI in a client-centered, outcome-driven approach, including structured intakes and collaborative treatment plans.

The position supports in-person and telehealth services, with insurance acceptance across multiple plans and a commitment to ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant discipline.
• Must possess a valid NJ license (LAC, LPC, LSW, LCSW, LaMFT, LMFT).
• Must have strong clinical skills.
• Must be willing to learn and implement evidenced based protocols and concurrent documentation.

Responsibilities

• Participate in innovative initiatives designed to engage children and families in care.
• Collaborate with Acenda team members to implement evidence-based services (TF-CBT, PCIT, PMT, MI).
• Collaborate with Acenda team members to implement evidence-based services.
• Provide assessment and clinical treatment interventions with a caseload focused on children and adolescents.
• Formulate diagnoses using structured intake and create collaborative treatment plans.

Skills

Clinical skills

Education

Master's degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

Job Title: Therapist - Cape May

If you want to make a living by making a difference, join Acenda as an Therapist Job Title: Therapist - Cape May About Acenda Integrated Health Acenda Integrated Health provides 100+ behavioral health programs, including mental health services, crisis care, substance use recovery, family therapy, maternal and pediatric support, and residential programs across New Jersey. Our team enjoys competitive benefits, work-life balance, professional development, and team engaging events. Acenda is recognized as a multi-year Top Workplace by USA Today and The Inquirer and a Top Workplace Culture award winner for Work-Life Balance as well as Joint Commission accredited and certified by MHCA and the New Jersey Alliance for Children, Youth, and Families. Join #TeamAcenda and make a lasting impact.

About Acenda Integrated Health

Acenda Integrated Health provides 100+ behavioral health programs, including mental health services, crisis care, substance use recovery, family therapy, maternal and pediatric support, and residential programs across New Jersey. Our team enjoys competitive benefits, work-life balance, professional development, and team engaging events. Acenda is recognized as a multi-year Top Workplace by USA Today and The Inquirer and a Top Workplace Culture award winner for Work-Life Balance as well as Joint Commission accredited and certified by MHCA and the New Jersey Alliance for Children, Youth, and Families. Join #TeamAcenda and make a lasting impact.

Job Overview

The Therapist provides assessment and evidence-based clinical treatment to children, adolescents, and families, promoting engagement in innovative care initiatives. This role collaborates with Acenda team members to deliver interventions such as TF-CBT, PCIT, PMT, and MI while maintaining a client-centered, outcome-driven approach. The Therapist conducts structured intakes, formulates diagnoses, and develops collaborative treatment plans to support clients’ emotional and behavioral growth.

Program Info

Our Counseling and Wellness Centers offer weekly mental health counseling to children, teens, families, and adults as well as parenting and psychiatric services. Individual therapy is offered as well as family therapy, group therapy, and medication management. Acenda is now accepting new clients for counseling services both in-person and via telehealth - remote phone or online therapy & counseling solution. Medicaid, Aetna, AmeriHealth, and other insurances accepted.

Responsibilities

• Participate in innovative initiatives designed to specifically engage children and families in care and treatments
• Collaborate with Acenda team members to implement evidence-based services including TF-CBT, PCIT, PMT, MI, etc.
• Collaborate with Acenda team members to implement evidence-based services
• Provide assessment and clinical treatment interventions with a caseload focused on children and adolescents.
• Demonstrate an ability to formulate diagnoses using a structured intake process, utilizing outcome measures throughout treatment, and creating treatment plans collaboratively with clients based on evidence-based services

Requirements

• Master's degree in a relevant discipline
• Must possess a valid NJ license (LAC, LPC, LSW, LCSW, LaMFT, LMFT)
• Must have strong clinical skills
• Must be willing to learn and implement evidenced based protocols and concurrent documentation
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, use of an insured vehicle and an acceptable driving record

Additional Information: Compensation

• Full Time rates starting at $60,000.
• Fee for Service rates starting at $40 per hour
• Ability to earn ongoing bonuses
• Bilingual-Spanish differential: $1.50 per hour
• Free Clinical supervision towards licensure
• Supportive, team based working environment
• Full time office support for billing, records, credentialing and contracting
• Hybrid and work from home options

What we provide

• An Innovative culture that encourages you to grow and learn with the agency
• Mission-driven core
• Health, Vision and Dental coverage for you and your family
• 401(k) with 100% employer match on the first 5% of comp
• Generous time-off
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Year-end bonuses

Acenda Integrated Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Department/Program Counseling and Wellness Center - Cape May Court House (CWCCH)

A career at Acenda is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to create a lasting impact within your community. #TeamAcenda's culture is based on compassion and care for each other, as well as the individuals and communities we care for. We're a passionate workforce striving to move lives forward and have fun along the way.