Licensed Therapist

About us

Forge Health is a mission-driven outpatient mental health and substance use provider dedicated to providing the highest quality, affordable, and effective care to individuals, families, and communities in need. As a behavioral health leader with a national, payer-validated track record of improving clinical outcomes, Forge Health is helping shape the future of mental health and substance use treatment. If you are passionate about meaningful clinical work and want the support, flexibility, and growth opportunities to build a sustainable practice, then Forge is the right fit for you!

Who we're looking for

Forge Health is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and team-oriented Clinician to join our Paramus, NJ clinic. This role includes a mix of in-person and telehealth care, with opportunities to provide individual therapy, outpatient group therapy, and intensive outpatient programming for individuals managing mental health and substance use conditions. This position sits in our Paramus, NJ office and reports directly to our Clinic Director. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician who wants:

• A flexible W-2 schedule with full-time or part-time options.
• The ability to grow earnings through session volume, incentives, and overtime eligibility.
• A collaborative care environment with strong operational support.
• Purpose-driven work serving Veterans, First Responders, and other high-need populations.

What you'll be doing

Facilitate or co-facilitate intensive outpatient (IOP) groups and support admissions as programming launches
Maintain an outpatient caseload providing individual outpatient group, and IOP group therapy sessions
Conduct clinical intakes and comprehensive assessments of patients to determine their mental health needs and develop individualizes treatment plans
Provide in-person clinical coverage within the West Deptford clinic
Collaborate with internal Forge providers, including medication management and program staff, to coordinate care
Support continuity of care during planned staff leave periods
Complete timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with NJ regulations
Perform other duties as assigned

Why join our team?

• Flexible schedules as a W2 employee (FT or PT)
• Competitive compensation with meaningful earning potential
• Paid hourly rate for administrative work and missed appointments
• In-person and telehealth service mix
• Centralized billing, credentialing support, and malpractice/liability insurance at no cost
• Rewarding clinical work with Veterans and First Responders
• Clinical supervision, when available, for clinicians pursuing independent licensure
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) match
• PTO accrual plus paid time for volunteering, CEUs, and mental health days
• Supportive, mission-driven, and collaborative team culture
• Clinical supervision (when available) for those seeking independent licensure

Compensation

Compensation for this role is $35-46/clinical hour based on a per-session hourly rate, with the ability to earn quarterly incentive opportunities. Administrative time is paid at a separate hourly rate. Exact compensation may vary based on licensure, experience, and location.

What you'll need

• Current, unrestricted license in New Jersey as a LCSW or similar credentials including LPC, LSW, LAC, or LMFT
• Masters Degree in a clinical field (Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related discipline)
• Experience providing psychotherapy and counseling services to adult populations
• Strong experience in group facilitation and IOP settings
• Familiarity with New Jersey behavioral health regulations and clinical documentation standards

Why Forge?

The opportunity: Our team refuses to compromise on integrity, and we look for talented, driven hard workers who hold the same passion for the pursuit of high quality, evidence-based mental health and substance use care that we do. Our collective passion is driven and embodied by our core values: Fulfilling: Our work creates lives that are complete and self-actualized, enabling stronger families and communities – and a therapeutic community rewarded by success
Optimistic: Our passionate positivity and empathy overcome setbacks and get you to your goals, scientifically and humanely
Reciprocal: Without mutual trust and commitment, there can be no progress
Grateful: We profoundly recognize and appreciate the trust of our patients and the commitment of our clinicians
Evidence-Based: We are committed to measurable outcomes, which provide confidence to our patients and creates a standard of care for ourselves and others

The package

• Competitive salary aligned with your experience
• Comprehensive paid time off package
• Annual time off to volunteer
• Parental leave
• Annual continuing education allocations
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision package
• Annually subscription to a leading meditation app
• A modern, elegant, and high-end work environment