Licensed Clinician | Paramus, NJ | Hybrid

Atlantic Health Strategies; Paramus, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Garden State Counseling Center in Paramus, NJ, is seeking a Licensed Clinician for a full-time hybrid position. The role offers $65,000–$80,000 with opportunities to work across outpatient, inpatient, and telehealth settings.

You will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans using CBT and other modalities, and provide individual, group, and family therapy. Experience with crisis intervention is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Active licensure as an LCADC, LAC, LSW, or CADC in good standing.
• Experience with psychotherapy modalities including CBT, psychodynamic therapy, addiction counseling, or grief counseling.
• Experience with crisis intervention and crisis management protocols.
• Strong communication skills with demonstrated empathy and cultural competence.
• Commitment to HIPAA compliance and confidentiality standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and diagnostic evaluations using ICD-10 coding.
• Develop individualized treatment plans incorporating evidence-based modalities including CBT, psychodynamic therapy, art therapy, dance therapy, and applied behavior analysis.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy addressing trauma, grief, addiction, PTSD, developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, gender issues, chronic pain, and other behavioral health concerns.
• Utilize crisis intervention and crisis management protocols to support clients in acute episodes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure holistic, coordinated patient care.
• Deliver services in outpatient, inpatient, and telehealth settings as needed.

Skills

LCADC/LAC/LSW/CADC licensure

Psychotherapy modalities

Crisis intervention

Empathy & cultural competence

HIPAA compliance

Job description

Licensed Clinician | Paramus, NJ | Hybrid

Paramus, United States | Posted on 09/08/2026

• Salary $65,000 - $80,000 (Commemorate with Experience)
• City Paramus
• State/Province New Jersey
• Country United States

Job Description

Licensed Clinician | Paramus, NJ | Full-Time | Hybrid $65,000 to $80,000

Garden State Counseling Center is a behavioral health practice in Paramus, NJ dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care across diverse populations. Our team is committed to creating a supportive, collaborative environment where clinicians can do meaningful work and make a real difference in clients' lives.

The Opportunity

As a Licensed Clinician at Garden State Counseling Center, you will deliver high-quality mental health services to individuals, families, and groups across a range of presenting concerns. You bring clinical skill, cultural competence, and a genuine commitment to your clients' wellbeing. This role is well-suited for a clinician who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting and is looking to grow within a practice that takes care seriously.

What You'll Do

Clinical Services

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and diagnostic evaluations using appropriate clinical standards and ICD-10 coding
• Develop individualized treatment plans incorporating evidence-based modalities including CBT, psychodynamic therapy, art therapy, dance therapy, and applied behavior analysis
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy addressing trauma, grief, addiction, PTSD, developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, gender issues, chronic pain, and other behavioral health concerns
• Utilize crisis intervention and crisis management protocols to support clients in acute episodes
• Implement behavior management strategies for clients with developmental or behavioral challenges
• Deliver services in outpatient, inpatient, and telehealth settings as needed

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain timely, accurate, HIPAA-compliant clinical records and documentation
• Participate in intake procedures and coordinate case management activities
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure holistic, coordinated patient care
• Stay current with ICD coding updates and medical terminology relevant to mental health services

Requirements

Requirements

Required:

• Active licensure as an LCADC, LAC, LSW, or CADC in good standing
• Experience with psychotherapy modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, addiction counseling, or grief counseling
• Experience with crisis intervention and crisis management protocols
• Strong communication skills with demonstrated empathy and cultural competence
• Commitment to HIPAA compliance and confidentiality standards

Preferred:

• Background in children and family counseling, developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, geriatrics, or special education populations
• Experience with art or dance therapy modalities
• Familiarity with telehealth platforms and remote service delivery
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
• Hybrid flexibility with a Paramus, NJ home base
• Opportunity to work with diverse client populations across a range of specialties
• A practice culture grounded in compassion, quality care, and clinician support
• PTO
  This opportunity is posted by Atlantic Health Strategies on behalf of Garden State Counseling Center.