Lead Therapist - Inspire a Dynamic Mental Health Team (NJ)

Venture Behavioral Health; Matawan (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Venture Behavioral Health in Matawan, NJ is seeking a Lead Therapist to guide our mental health program. You will provide therapy, mentor the clinical team, and ensure high-quality care daily.

This licensed clinician role requires NJ licensure (LCSW or LPC preferred), a master's degree, and leadership experience. You will oversee documentation, assessments, and collaboration with leadership to shape programming.

Qualifications

• Active clinical license in New Jersey (LCSW or LPC preferred).
• Master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field.
• Experience treating primary mental health conditions.
• Leadership or clinical supervision experience.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Willingness to work across programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the program's team of therapists.
• Carry a clinical caseload and provide individual and group therapy.
• Oversee quality of care, documentation, and compliance.
• Complete assessments and review treatment plans.
• Partner with leadership on programming and staffing.
• Respond to crisis situations and support the team through complex cases.

Skills

Clinical license NJ

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Mental health experience

Program flexibility

Education

MS in Counseling/SW

Job description

Venture Behavioral Health in Matawan, NJ is seeking a Lead Therapist to guide our mental health program. You will provide therapy, mentor the clinical team, and ensure high-quality care daily.

This licensed clinician role requires NJ licensure (LCSW or LPC preferred), a master's degree, and leadership experience. You will oversee documentation, assessments, and collaboration with leadership to shape programming.