Outpatient Therapist

Care Plus NJ, Inc.; Fairlawn (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Care Plus NJ is seeking a dedicated Therapist for their Outpatient Department. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive mental health services, including assessments and counseling, in a hybrid schedule environment. This role is suitable for both new and experienced professionals, offering opportunities for career development and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision

Generous Vacation and Sick Time

401K Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Life & AD&D Insurance

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical experience in mental health.
• Provisional/Professional Licensure (LAC, LSW, LPC, LCSW, LMFT) required.
• Valid driver's license and insurable by agency.
• Ability to respond to clients in crisis.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of 45-55 clients.
• Implement treatment plans and assess client progress.
• Function as a member of an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Assessment

Client Management

Evidence-Based Interventions

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in a behavioral health discipline

Job description

Location: Fairlawn
FT 40, Hybrid Schedule: Either M-T: 4, 10 Hour Days with 2 eveningsOR M-F: 5, 8 Hour Days with 2 evenings
Hourly: 28.85 with LAC or LSW; 31.25 with LCSW or LPC

What We Offer:

• Health, Dental and Vision
• Licensure Exam Prep Resources (Guarantee to Pass!)
• Free Clinical Supervision
• Generous Vacation, Personal, and Sick time
• Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation
• 401K Plan and Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount and Rewards Program
• Life & AD&D insurance; STD & LTD coverage

Note: That's not all! We have even more benefits available. Our recruiting team will provide you with more information as you continue with your interview process. Benefit eligibility is based on the specific requirements and criteria of each plan.

Job Summary:
As a Therapist in our Outpatient Department, you will work with our team of knowledge clinicians providing comprehensive mental health services to our clients, including assessments, treatment plans, and individual counseling. In this role, you will have the opportunity to use various evidence-based modalities to aid in the mental health recovery journey of your clients, collaborate cross-departmentally with other healthcare providers, and be part of a team committed to provided wholistic and accessible care. This is a great opportunity both for those entering the field and those who have more experience.

What You Will Do:

• Demonstrate an ability to have a diverse caseload of approximately 45-55 clients of various ages and clinical presentations to be able to expand one's clinical knowledge and experience.
• Implement evidence-based interventions and assessments to help individuals achieve their treatment goals, link to community resources, and provide inter-agency coordination of treatment.
• Assess and evaluate clients at intake, admission, during ongoing treatment and service delivery, and at discharge or transfer.
• Formulate psychosocial treatment plans with relevant goals, behaviorally measurable objectives that serve as indexes for evaluating treatment progress, and realistic time frames for achievement.
• Respond to clients for crisis intervention.
• Plan for, communicate, and document discharge/aftercare/transfer plans for clients completing treatment and accessing other services in the continuum.
• Function as a member of an interdisciplinary team in the assessment and evaluation of clients, provide written documentation of client's history and assessment information, and actively participate in program and clinical team meetings.

What We Need to See:

• Master's degree in a behavioral health discipline from an accredited college or university
• 1-2 years of clinical experience in the mental health field, including but not limited to internships, community-based services, case management, etc.
• Must have the ability to respond to clients for crisis intervention.
• Provisional/Professional Licensure to practice counseling/clinical social work (LAC, LSW, LPC, LCSW, LMFT)
• A valid driver's license and you must be insurable by the agency's automobile insurance

Don't believe you meet all the preferred requirements? Apply anyway!

Studies have shown that women, communities of color, and historically underrepresented individuals are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. At CarePlus NJ Inc, we are committed to building a workforce that is representative of all members of our community.

Who Are We?
CarePlus New Jersey has been-and continues to be-a leader in mental health and a pioneer in integrated care in Northern New Jersey for more than 45 years. CarePlus strives for excellence in mental health, addiction recovery, and community-based services. Our goal is to offer affordable, accessible, and holistic-centered care that empowers individuals to reach their full potential and enhance their quality of life.

CPNJ embraces a culture of diversity and inclusion in all of its policies and procedures. Care Plus follows Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, et seq and NJ Law Against Discrimination. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by Federal an