Perinatal Therapist

Bright Harbor; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday's Off!

12 Paid Holidays

12 Sick Days

6 Personal Days

Accrued Vacation

Medical/Dental/Vision

Company paid Life Insurance and Long Term Disability

403B Plan with Company Match

Opportunities for training and Continuing Education Credits

Opportunities for Public Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Bright Harbor is seeking a Perinatal Therapist in Toms River, New Jersey, to deliver compassionate mental health services for individuals and families navigating pregnancy and postpartum challenges. Responsibilities include providing therapy and working closely with community providers to ensure comprehensive care.

The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree and relevant experience, and will have knowledge of perinatal mood disorders. The position includes a generous benefits package, including paid time off and insurance options.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year post-masters experience or 2 years in a mental health/substance abuse setting.
• Experience working with pregnant/postpartum individuals and families preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to pregnant and postpartum clients.
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and treatment recommendations.
• Collaborate with external providers to ensure continuity of care.
• Complete timely clinical documentation.

Skills

Knowledge of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders

Experience with CBT

Experience with DBT

Experience facilitating support groups

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field

LSW/LAC required

LCSW/LPC preferred

Job description

The PerinatalTherapist provides compassionate, trauma‑informed mental health services to individuals and families navigating pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, infertility, pregnancy loss, parenting stressors, and early family transitions. The therapist delivers evidence‑based therapeutic interventions to support emotional wellness during the perinatal period while collaborating with community providers and interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to pregnant and postpartum clients.
• Support clients experiencing PMADs, postpartum depression/anxiety, birth trauma, infertility, pregnancy loss, and parenting adjustment challenges.
• Maintain 65% face‑to‑face productivity through direct clinical services and crisis intervention.
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, diagnoses, and treatment recommendations.
• Develop, implement, and review individualized treatment plans.
• Provide case management, care coordination, and follow‑up for assigned caseload.
• Collaborate with external providers and interdisciplinary treatment teams to ensure continuity of care.
• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation in compliance with organizational standards.
• Provide psychoeducation, risk screenings, and referrals for psychiatric or substance use services as needed.
• Participate in supervision, trainings, meetings, community outreach, and other assigned duties.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field.
• LSW/LAC required, LCSW/LPC preferred or Licensed Psychologist.
• 1 year post‑masters experience, or 2 years experience in a mental health/substance abuse setting.
• Knowledge of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders strongly preferred.
• Experience working with pregnant/postpartum individuals, children, and families preferred.
• Training in perinatal mental health or PMH‑C certification preferred but not required.
• Experience with CBT, DBT, attachment‑based therapy, or trauma‑focused interventions.
• Experience facilitating support groups or parenting groups preferred.

Benefits

• Birthday's Off!
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 12 Sick Days
• 6 Personal Days
• Accrued Vacation
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Company paid Life Insurance and Long Term Disability
• 403B Plan with Company Match
• Opportunities for training/education/Continuing Education Credits
• Opportunities for Public Loan Forgiveness