Mental Health Therapist - LCSW or LPC - Full Time

Physicians; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Physician Practice Enhancement is seeking an experienced Mental Health Therapist for Partnership Health in Hamilton, NJ. We are an outpatient office serving Hamilton Township and First Responders.

The ideal candidate holds an active LCSW or LPC license in New Jersey, with crisis management and trauma experience. The role is full-time, Monday–Friday, centered on evidence-based therapy and coordinated care.

Qualifications

• Active LCSW or LPC license in NJ.
• 3+ years of clinical experience post-licensure.
• Experience with trauma populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with patients, staff and physicians and coordinate care.
• Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions.
• Administer and score relevant assessment tools.
• Evaluate and diagnose using DSM-5 and ASAM criteria.
• Develop treatment goals with clients and track progress.
• Document patient progress in EMR and coordinate care.

Skills

Crisis management

Trauma experience

Group counseling

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Education

Master's degree

Tools

EMR software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mental Health Therapist - LCSW or LPC - Full Time

Full Time HTDOCS, Hamilton, NJ, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1807

Physician Practice Enhancement is seeking an experienced Mental Health Therapist for Partnership Health in Hamilton, NJ. We are an outpatient office open only to the employees of the Hamilton Township and First Responders

Our patient-focused medical office is seeking clinical therapists with crisis management and trauma experience. This Partnership Health Center located in Hamilton, NJ is offering a full time position with 8-hour work days Monday through Friday;

This position requires an active LCSW or LPC license provided by the Office of NJ Consumer Affairs to perform therapy in the state of New Jersey.

Responsibilities included but are not limited to:

Communicate effectively with patient, staff and physician/coordinate care according to the patient's needs.

Facilitate individual and/or group counseling services.

Provide and score assessment screening tools as indicated.

Evaluate and diagnose patients according to the DSM V and ASAM criteria.

Develop appropriate treatment goals with clients and work collaboratively to accomplish treatment goals.

Document the assessment of patient progress and interventions provided in the medical record (EMR) on an ongoing basis.

Recognize, respond to, and assist in psychiatric crisis situations and provide the intervention(s) necessary, including referral to other resources.

Counselor Requirements and Qualifications:

Clinical experience as a self-directed/motivated mental health professional.

Possesses strong written and spoken communication skills, including excellent interpersonal skills with clients, colleagues, and community resources.

A team player and collaborate with others under the direction of the Medical Director(s).

Excellent time management skills; organized and able to prioritize.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), as well as other software programs such as Electronic Medical Records is a plus.

Confidentiality:

Must maintain strict confidentiality at all times with regard to protected health information, understanding and adhering to HIPAA Privacy and Security Policies and Procedures.

Education:

A Master’s degree is required.

Experience:

At least 3 years of clinical experience post-licensure, and familiarity with First Responder’s or trauma centered population is strongly desired.