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

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare; Morristown (TN); Hybrid; USD 61,992 - 103,320; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Ongoing job training

Group health coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

A mental health service provider in Morristown seeks a Licensed Mental Health Therapist (IIC) to offer in-home and center-based therapy for youth with mental health disorders. The position features flexible hours mainly after school and provides competitive pay ranging from $45 to $75 per hour depending on experience. Candidates should have a master's degree in a relevant field and experience working with youth. Dynamic work environment and ongoing training opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant mental health field.
• Clinical mental health trauma counseling training is required.
• Prior experience working with youth with mental health disorders.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home and center-based therapeutic services for youth.
• Conduct bio-psycho-social assessments.
• Collaborate with the Child Family Treatment Team.

Skills

Clinical mental health trauma counseling training

Proficiency in evidence-based approaches: CBT, REBT, Gestalt, DBT

Experience with positive behavior supports

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Family Therapy, or related field

Job description

Licensed Mental Health Therapist (IIC) – Needed in Morris County

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare (NPBHC) is seeking a Licensed Mental Health Therapist (IIC) to provide in‑home and center‑based therapeutic services to youth with mental health disorders in Northern New Jersey. The position offers flexible scheduling for 6–10 hours per week, primarily after‑school from 12 noon to 8 p.m., with weekend flexibility a plus.

Compensation

Hourly rate: $45.00 – $75.00 (actual pay based on experience and qualifications). Additional benefits are listed below.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual in‑home therapy, group therapy sessions, telehealth therapy, and outpatient center sessions for youth ages 3–20.
• Conduct bio‑psycho‑social assessments.
• Teach coping, social skills, anger management, and risk‑behavior reduction (e.g., self‑injurious behavior, physical aggression).
• Support youth and caretaker decision‑making to manage in‑home behavioral challenges.
• Collaborate consistently with the Child Family Treatment Team and other interdisciplinary professionals.
• Complete all required documentation—intake forms, treatment plans, DAP notes—within designated timeframes.
• Attend monthly meetings and submit mandatory clinical documentation.
• Remain open to training for Bio‑Psycho‑Social assessments if not already certified.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Family Therapy, or related field (e.g., LSW, LAC, LFT).
• Clinical mental health trauma counseling training.
• Training or willingness to complete crisis intervention training.
• Post‑internship field experience working with youth with mental health disorders.
• Experience in treatment planning, goal setting, progress notes, and initial assessments.
• Proficiency in evidence‑based approaches: CBT, REBT, Gestalt, DBT, and Trauma Response.
• Ability to use DSM‑V for assessment and diagnosis.
• Minimum 6–10 hours per week during after‑school hours (12 noon–8 p.m.), with weekend flexibility a plus.
• Experience with positive behavior supports.
• Prior work with children ages 3–20; experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and registered vehicle.
• Successful criminal background check, including fingerprinting.
• Resume and copies of master’s degree and New Jersey license or certification.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.

Benefits

• Dynamic work environment with professional growth opportunities.
• Telehealth delivery options for one‑on‑one sessions when feasible.
• Competitive pay.
• Ongoing job training.
• Group health coverage.
• Paid time off: full‑time employees accrue 13–20 days annually; part‑time employees up to 40 hours PTO annually.
• Sick time off up to 40 hours per year.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability.
• 401(k) plan.

State reciprocity is considered but candidates must be a 25–30‑minute commute from designated service areas. Licensure must be registered with the New Jersey Marriage & Family Therapy Board (eligible for PA, NY & NJ).