Licensed Therapist & Admissions Counselor (Trauma-Informed)

Preferred Behavioral Health Group; Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental insurance

403(b) retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Disability & life insurance

Employee assistance program

Voluntary benefits (vision, Aflac, pet

Training opportunities

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Preferred Behavioral Health Group in Lakewood, NJ is seeking an Admissions/Program Counselor for the IOTSS/Partial Care program. You will conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments for adults 18+ seeking outpatient mental health services and coordinate intake appointments.

Collaborate with Clinical and Program Directors, manage a small caseload, provide crisis intervention when needed, and assist with documentation and service planning.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, mental health counseling, or related field.
• NJ licensure as LSW, LAC, LAMFT, LCSW, LPC, or LMFT.
• Experience with adults with emotional and behavioral needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform biopsychosocial assessments for adults 18+ seeking outpatient mental health services.
• Collaborate with Clinical Director and Program Director on client assignments and treatment planning.
• Coordinate intake appointments and process referrals within 24 hours of receipt.
• Provide crisis intervention support when clients present in crisis during intake.
• Complete medical records and billing documentation; ensure accurate caseload reports.
• Participate in supervision, staff meetings, and evaluations as needed.

Skills

CPR/First Aid certification

Education

MSW / related | NJ-licensed

Job description

Preferred Behavioral Health Group in Lakewood, NJ is seeking an Admissions/Program Counselor for the IOTSS/Partial Care program. You will conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments for adults 18+ seeking outpatient mental health services and coordinate intake appointments.

Collaborate with Clinical and Program Directors, manage a small caseload, provide crisis intervention when needed, and assist with documentation and service planning.