Counselor

New Brunswick Counseling Center; Mount Holly Township (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Healthcare

401(k)

CEUs

Professional development

Job summary

New Brunswick Counseling Center (NBCC) is seeking a full-time Licensed Clinician (LSW or LAC) to support our Behavioral Health program serving Mount Holly and Burlington locations. The role includes biopsychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and both individual and group counseling (in-person and telehealth).

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, maintain EMR documentation, and apply trauma-informed, culturally responsive care. NJ licensure is required.

Qualifications

• 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).

Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments for mental health and substance use needs.
• Develop person-centered treatment plans 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).
• 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.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Clinical judgment

Boundaries

Professionalism

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling

Tools

EMR systems

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.

We’re hiring a full time Licensed Clinician (LSW or LAC) Counselor to support our Behavioral Health program for our Burlington (Mount Holly)Location. This role is part of our Behavioral Health Program and Mobile Unit initiative, providing both clinic-based and community/mobile behavioral health services. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician who values person-centered care, cultural responsiveness, and collaborative teamwork in a dynamic clinical environment.

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

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), including:
• Competitive medical, dental, and life insurance plans
• Employer-contributed 401K retirement plan
• Paid Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and dedicated training hours
  
• Ongoing professional development through Relias training programs
  

Location & Schedule

• Mount Holly-Onsite
• Schedule- 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m/ 8:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m as needed by agency.