Primary Therapist - Outpatient

About the role

We are seeking a Full-Time Outpatient Primary Therapist to join our Lighthouse Outpatient team in Mays Landing, NJ.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients’ mental health, substance use, and readiness for treatment
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans and goals
• Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy sessions
• Educate clients and families on addiction, recovery, and coping strategies
• Identify behaviors and barriers that interfere with recovery
• Collaborate with families and recommend appropriate treatment options
• Refer clients to community resources, support groups, and vocational services
• Participate in outreach programs to promote addiction awareness and prevention
• Provide oversight of assigned census and support site census and budgetary goals

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling (required)
• Licensure required: LAC, LSW, LPC, or LCSW
• 1–3 years of experience in behavioral health or substance use treatment
• Strong knowledge of individual, group, and family counseling
• Experience facilitating psychoeducational groups
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse populations
• Commitment to confidentiality and professional ethics