Clinical Team Leader - Jersey City

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid benefits

Federal student loan forgiveness

Mission-driven environment

Job summary

Mount Carmel Guild Behavioral Health System, a CARF-accredited division of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark, seeks a Clinical Team Leader to oversee Outpatient and Partial Care in Jersey City, NJ.

Ideal candidate holds a Master’s in a human services field with an LCSW or LCADC license, at least five years of mental health experience, and two years of supervisory experience. Strong leadership and bilingual (Spanish/English) abilities are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a human services field is required.
• Current LCSW or LCADC license is required.
• At least five years of experience in mental health services.
• At least two years of supervisory experience.
• Strong clinical, leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Bilingual Spanish/English skills are preferred.
• LCSW licensure is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the Outpatient and Partial Care programs, including staffing schedules, supply management, and program budgets.
• Supervise program staff and student interns while providing ongoing guidance, support, and performance oversight.
• Lead multidisciplinary team meetings with clinical staff, psychiatrists, and nursing professionals.
• Prepare and maintain program statistics, performance reports, and required documentation.
• Ensure compliance with CARF, DMHAS, Medicaid, and other applicable regulatory standards.
• Monitor program outcomes and ensure established performance targets are met.
• Develop community partnerships and coordinate services with other providers.
• Promote program services within the community and implement strategies to increase program enrollment and census.
• Support the continued development and expansion of Outpatient and Partial Care services.
• Provide direct clinical coverage as needed, including completing intakes and assessments, delivering crisis intervention, and managing a caseload.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Bilingual Spanish/English (preferred)

Education

Master's degree in a human services field

LCSW or LCADC license

Job description

Location: Jersey City, NJ

Schedule: Full-Time

Salary: $75,000 annually

Mount Carmel Guild Behavioral Health System, a CARF-accredited division of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark, is a leading provider of mental health and addiction services throughout Northern New Jersey.

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Clinical Team Leader to oversee our Outpatient and Partial Care programs in Jersey City, NJ. This position is ideal for a licensed behavioral health professional who combines strong clinical expertise with effective leadership, program development, and operational management skills.

About Our Programs

Our Outpatient and Partial Care departments use a multidisciplinary, person-centered approach that emphasizes individualized assessment, goal-oriented treatment planning, ongoing case review, and continuity of care.

• Outpatient Services provide psychiatric evaluations, biopsychosocial assessments, individual, group, and family therapy, and medication management for individuals ages five and older.
• Partial Care is a structured day-treatment program serving individuals with severe and persistent mental illness who require intensive treatment and close medication monitoring to help prevent hospitalization.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the Outpatient and Partial Care programs, including staffing schedules, supply management, and program budgets.
• Supervise program staff and student interns while providing ongoing guidance, support, and performance oversight.
• Lead multidisciplinary team meetings with clinical staff, psychiatrists, and nursing professionals.
• Prepare and maintain program statistics, performance reports, and required documentation.
• Ensure compliance with CARF, DMHAS, Medicaid, and other applicable regulatory standards.
• Monitor program outcomes and ensure established performance targets are met.
• Develop community partnerships and coordinate services with other providers.
• Promote program services within the community and implement strategies to increase program enrollment and census.
• Support the continued development and expansion of Outpatient and Partial Care services.
• Provide direct clinical coverage as needed, including completing intakes and assessments, delivering crisis intervention, and managing a caseload.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a human services field.
• Current LCSW or LCADC license required.
• At least five years of experience providing mental health services.
• At least two years of supervisory experience.
• Strong clinical, leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Bilingual Spanish/English skills are preferred.
• LCSW licensure is strongly preferred.

Benefits

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Employer-paid coverage of approximately 80% of benefit costs, with employees contributing approximately 20%.
• Potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• A mission-driven environment where your leadership can make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families throughout the community.

Our Mission

In response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities, as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, serves the poor and marginalized and advocates for their needs to promote the inherent dignity and worth of all people, without regard to race, religion, or culture.

Learn more about our organization at ccannj.com.

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, or military or veteran status.