HIV & Substance Use Mental Health Clinician

Hyacinth AIDS Foundation Inc.; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyacinth AIDS Foundation Inc. in New Jersey seeks a Mental Health Clinician to screen, assess and provide behavioral health counseling to Harm Reduction participants.

Under supervision of the HRM/CSM and the Director of Behavioral Health, you will coordinate with Harm Reduction staff and deliver brief mental health screenings and assessments. You will provide psycho-social counseling, motivational interviewing, and referrals to therapy or long‑term care, with follow‑up to ensure appropriate

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of related experience in HIV and substance use field.
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficiency in written and verbal communications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Harm Reduction staff to receive referrals from SAP participants.
• Conduct brief mental health screenings and assessments.
• Provide psycho-social counseling, supportive counseling, group/individual sessions and referrals.
• Maintain client case records and ensure confidentiality.
• Represent the agency at community events and adhere to HIPAA guidelines.

Skills

Diversity awareness

Communication skills

Education

LSW/LCSW/LAC/LPC/PhD

Job description

Hyacinth AIDS Foundation Inc. in New Jersey seeks a Mental Health Clinician to screen, assess and provide behavioral health counseling to Harm Reduction participants.

Under supervision of the HRM/CSM and the Director of Behavioral Health, you will coordinate with Harm Reduction staff and deliver brief mental health screenings and assessments. You will provide psycho-social counseling, motivational interviewing, and referrals to therapy or long‑term care, with follow‑up to ensure appropriate