Outpatient Therapist - LAC

Woods Services; Northfield (NJ); On-site; USD 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free supervision towards LPC licensure

Free CEU training opportunities

3.2 weeks of PTO

Medical, vision, dental & life insurance

403(b) employer match

9 Agency-paid holidays

Job summary

A non-profit behavioral health organization in Northfield, New Jersey, is seeking a Therapist to join their Outpatient program. This full-time role offers flexible scheduling and emphasizes clinical growth and work-life balance. The Therapist will deliver individualized care through various therapeutic methods while collaborating with diverse treatment teams. A Master’s Degree in counseling and a valid New Jersey therapy license are required. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a counseling field with at least one year of experience preferred.
• Licensed to practice therapy in New Jersey is required.
• LAC certification required.

Responsibilities

• Plans for discharge and aftercare.
• Maintains contact with referring agencies and treatment team providers.
• Maintains treatment records.
• Assesses consumer’s status to identify needs and provide appropriate care.

Skills

Clinical counseling

Interpersonal skills

Assessment and interpretation

Family therapy

Education

Master’s Degree in counseling

Job description

Overview

Join our team and be a part of something extraordinary as part of our Outpatient program.

Working within our Outpatient Division means joining a team that prioritizes clinical growth, work-life balance, and real impact in the community. Therapists have access to flexible scheduling, allowing for better balance while delivering high-quality care. Therapists have the opportunity to work with clients through individual, group, and family therapy, while also collaborating as part of an interdisciplinary team that includes Prescribers, Case Managers, and Peer Specialists.

Benefits

• Free Supervision provided towards LPC licensure!
• Free CEU training opportunities, paid training days
• 3.2 weeks of PTO in first year
• Medical, vision, dental & life insurance benefits
• 403(b) employee participation and employer match
• 9 Agency-paid holidays

Salary

Starting $65000 / annually - depending upon education / experience / licensure

Hours

This is a 40 hour, on‑site, full time benefitted position which includes 2 evenings required per week (12:30pm - 9pm).

Job Summary

The Therapist plans, organizes and implements clinical counseling services to consumers and families. Legacy Treatment Services offers outpatient mental health services for those who could benefit from improvements in mental and behavioral health. Our Outpatient Program offers a comprehensive and personalized approach to mental illness.

Responsibilities

• Plans for discharge and aftercare
• Maintains contact with referring agencies, treatment team providers, and related people, and with the community resources used for referral
• Maintains treatment records
• Assesses and interprets data about the consumer’s status in order to identify each consumer’s needs and provide the appropriate care, including age-related care, needed by the consumer group

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in counseling field with at least one year of experience preferred
• Licensed to practice therapy in New Jersey
• LAC required

About Legacy Treatment Services

Legacy Treatment Services is a vibrant non-profit behavioral health organization that utilizes cutting‑edge technology and evidence-based practice in treatment and clinical care. Our programs provide a complement of services for most ages and needs. This continuum is designed to meet the complex needs of each individual and creates a continuum of services that are able to meet the needs of children, adults and families through a continuum of services utilizing an integrated care model. We are dedicated to seeking new innovative solutions that help us provide needed services more efficiently while maintaining stable, sustainable growth.

Legacy Treatment Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.