NJ4S-CLINICIAN YOUTH SERVICES

About the role

Preferred Behavioral Health Group is a dynamic and innovative non-profit organization dedicated to changing and saving lives across New Jersey through a Trauma Informed Care culture. We are a recognized “Best Place to Work” for both 2024 and 2025 by NJBIZ and value a diverse team where employees feel a sense of belonging and are supported in their growth. This role is part of the NJ4S Compass program in Monmouth County.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical services both in person and virtually to students within the HUB vicinage, including trauma-informed screening, brief interventions, and facilitation of treatment referrals.
• Delivers Tier 3 clinical services such as clinical assessment, suicide and substance use screening, service planning, ongoing clinical interventions, and linkages to outside services.
• Offers consultation to school staff and parents on topics including suicide, eating disorders, and school refusal.
• Completes all paperwork and data entry within prescribed timeframes and assists with prevention programming as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW), Psychology, Counseling, or related field (PhD considered).
• Licensure: LCSW or LPC required.
• Experience: Three years of relevant experience providing therapy to children.
• Language: Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Other: Valid New Jersey driver’s license, safe driving record, and fingerprinting per DCF regulations.

Skills

• Computer proficiency and familiarity with Excel, Word, and professional electronic record-keeping portals.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated familiarity with organizational policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and prescription insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan contributions.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Voluntary benefits including vision insurance, Aflac, and pet insurance.
• Staff training and development opportunities.
• Employee referral bonus program.