Mental Health Therapist

Monmouth Partners Ltd; Tinton Falls (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A community mental health organization is seeking a passionate Mental Health Therapist to provide essential psychotherapeutic services to children, youth, and adults. This position requires a Master's degree in a recognized mental health discipline, evening availability, and the ability to work with various age groups. Responsibilities include maintaining a caseload, conducting assessments, and collaborating with families. This rewarding role is integral to the community's mental health efforts.

Qualifications

• Requires a Master’s degree in mental health.
• Availability to work evening hours is essential.
• Experience with children and adolescents is needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a minimum caseload of ten clients.
• Provide psychotherapeutic interventions in individual and family settings.
• Conduct clinical assessments and psychosocial histories.
• Collaborate with clients and families to develop treatment goals.

Skills

Psychotherapeutic interventions

Clinical assessments

Crisis and safety planning

Community resource coordination

Education

Master’s degree in a recognized mental health discipline

LAC, LSW, LPC, LCSW licensure

Job description

The Mental Health Association of Monmouth County is seeking a passionate and qualified Mental Health Therapist to join our outpatient counseling program. Reporting to the Director of Counseling Services, this position provides psychotherapeutic services to children, youth, and adults. Evening availability is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a minimum caseload of ten (10) clients
• Provide psychotherapeutic interventions in individual and family settings using strength-based therapy modalities
• Conduct clinical assessments and psychosocial histories
• Collaborate with clients and families to develop treatment goals and plans
• Develop crisis and safety plans in partnership with clients and families
• Complete timely and accurate progress notes and outcome documentation
• Assist clients and families in accessing community resources and supports
• Coordinate care through collaboration with internal and external providers
• Participate in community outreach activities within Monmouth County
• Attend team meetings and weekly clinical supervision
• Complete all required training in compliance with agency and state regulations

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a recognized mental health discipline
• All levels of licensure considered (LAC, LSW, LPC, LCSW); fully licensed clinicians preferred
• Willingness to work with children and adolescents required
• Availability to work evening hours required

About the Mental Health Association of Monmouth County

Established in 1950, the Mental Health Association of Monmouth County is an affiliate of the Mental Health Association in New Jersey and Mental Health America. We provide over 15 free programs and services focused on eliminating barriers to care, reducing stigma, and promoting recovery-oriented mental health services throughout the community. Our mission is to promote mental health as an essential part of overall wellness through prevention, early intervention, integrated treatment, and recovery-focused care.