Mental Health Therapist

Sevita•Newark, NJ

19d•$65,000 - $70,000

About The Position

New Jersey Mentor, a part of the Sevita family, provides Residential and Treatment Foster Care services to youth who may be facing out-of-home placements, transitioning back into the family home or independent living alternatives, or involved in the juvenile justice system. Through our personalized programming, we help youth gain stability, comfort and confidence to overcome all challenges and live well. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families, join our mission-driven team and experience a career well lived. Therapist – Youth In-Community Homes Homes located in Essex and Union Counties Full Time We offer clinical supervision! $65K-$70K Plus sign-on bonus! Are you passionate, self-motivated, and committed about sharing your clinical skills and knowledge with a dynamic team? We deliver an array of services by modeling activities that help to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children and families. This is a temporary position, created to support operational needs during the absence of an employee who is currently on extended leave. It could become permanent. Any decision to make the position permanent would be communicated separately and is not guaranteed. Come join our amazing team of dedicated and caring professionals. Apply Today Join Our Team If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families, we encourage you to join New Jersey Mentor’s mission of helping everyone live a full and happy life. Apply today and start your journey toward a rewarding career well-lived. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in human services field required
Licensed - New Jersey Issued LSW, LCSW, LAC, LMFT 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

Responsibilities

Help guide children we serve to their fullest potential while in the comfort of their homes
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