Licensed Mental Health Therapist (IIC) - Needed in Bergen County

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 61,992 - 103,320; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic work environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Group health coverage

401(k)

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a part-time Licensed Mental Health Therapist in Paramus, NJ, to work with youths facing mental health challenges. This position involves providing in-home and center-based therapy, performing assessments, and creating treatment plans. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree and experience in mental health therapy, particularly with children and adolescents. Competitive pay ranges from $45 to $75 per hour, alongside various benefits including professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in relevant fields like Counseling or Social Work.
• Experience working with youth with mental health disorders essential.
• Willingness to train in Crisis Intervention.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual in-home therapy and group therapy sessions.
• Perform bio-psycho-social assessments.
• Collaborate with the Child Family Treatment Team.

Skills

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Trauma Response

Social Skills

Group Therapy

Decision-making

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Family Therapy

Job description

Licensed Mental Health Therapist (IIC) - Needed in Bergen County

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare has immediate openings for Part-time Licensed Therapists in Northern New Jersey to provide In-Home and Center-Based weekly therapeutic services for youth with mental health disorders.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for passionate professionals to make a meaningful impact while working with a diverse population of children and adolescents with exceptional needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing individual In-home therapy, Group therapy sessions, Telehealth therapy, and Outpatient center sessions.
• Performing bio-psycho-social assessments (willing to train).
• Providing coping and social skills, anger management, and reducing risk behaviors such as SIB or physical aggression.
• Working to improve youth and caretaker decision-making skills to manage in-home behavioral challenges.
• Collaborating effectively and consistently with the Child Family Treatment Team and other professionals supporting the youth and family.
• Submitting all required documentation and paperwork within designated time frames.
• Attending monthly meetings and submitting mandatory clinical documentation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Family Therapy, or related fields (LSW, LAC, LFT).
• Clinical Mental Health Trauma Counseling Training.
• Willing to complete Crisis Intervention Training.
• Post-internship field experience working with youth with mental health disorders.
• Experience creating treatment plans, setting goals, progress notes, and initial assessments.
• Experience in counseling approaches: CBT, REBT, Gestalt, DBT, Trauma Response.
• Knowledge of DSM-V for assessments and diagnosis.
• Minimum 6-10 hours per week during after-school hours (12noon-8pm), weekend flexibility a plus.
• Prior experience working with children ages 3-20 and children with I/DD is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and registered vehicle.
• Pass criminal background check, inclusive of fingerprinting.
• Resume plus copies of master’s degree, and NJ or certification or license.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.

Compensation

• $45 – $75 per hour

Benefits

• A dynamic work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Telehealth delivery options for one-on-one sessions when possible
• Competitive payOngoing job training
• Group health coverage
• Full-time employees: PTO accrual based on years of service (13–20 days annually)
• Part-time employees: up to 40 hours paid time off annually
• Sick time off (STO) up to 40 hours per year
• Short/Long Term Disability
• 401(k)
• Full-time candidates in private practice are not accepted due to conflict of interest.

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