Mental Health Therapist

About the role

New Jersey Mentor, a part of the Sevita family, provides Residential and Treatment Foster Care services to youth facing various out-of-home situations. Our mission is to help youth gain stability, comfort, and confidence to overcome challenges and thrive.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an array of services by modeling activities that maintain a safe and healthy environment for children and families.
• Conduct child and family therapy sessions face-to-face.
• Support the development and implementation of service plans.
• Compose treatment plans and encourage engagement in various therapies.
• Organize and lead treatment meetings through active participation.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with personnel from referring/collateral agencies.
• Integrate whole person care through a strength-based lens.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in human services field required.
• Licensed - New Jersey Issued LSW, LCSW, LAC or LPC required.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with an ability to establish trust and rapport.
• Active listening skills with a focus on empathy and guidance.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• A reliable, responsible, solution-focused attitude and a compassionate approach to whole health care.
• A commitment to quality in everything you do.

Pay

$75,000

Schedule

Full Time

Benefits

• Full compensation/benefits package for employees working 32+ hours/week.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Operational and Clinical supervision provided.
• Rewarding work with the ability to collaborate with a solid team of caring professionals.
• Enjoy job security, career development and advancement opportunities with a nationwide company.