Mental Health Therapist (Bilingual: Creole/English)

Compensation

$30.00 - $40.00 / Other

Hours Per Week

20

Number Of Positions

1

Job Description

Mindify Wellness and Care is seeking compassionate, skilled, and patient-centered Mental Health Therapists to provide high-quality behavioral health services to a diverse client population throughout New Jersey.

As a member of our growing clinical team, you will provide individual, family, and/or group therapy services while collaborating with psychiatric providers and other healthcare professionals to support clients on their mental wellness journey. The ideal candidate is passionate about delivering evidence-based care, values collaboration, and is committed to empowering clients to achieve meaningful and lasting outcomes.

This position is ideal for a bilingual Haitian Creole-speaking therapist who is passionate about increasing access to quality mental health services within underserved communities. The selected clinician will provide both in-person services in Perth Amboy and virtual therapy sessions, offering flexibility while making a meaningful impact in the community.

We welcome applications from qualified professionals, including Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW), Licensed Social Workers (LSW), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC), Licensed Associate Counselors (LAC), and other qualified behavioral health professionals licensed in the State of New Jersey.

Why Join Mindify Wellness and Care?

Mindify Wellness and Care is a rapidly growing behavioral health organization dedicated to expanding access to high-quality psychiatric, therapy, and mental health services throughout New Jersey.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an organization during a period of significant growth and innovation. As we continue to expand our programs, services, and provider network, we are seeking talented clinicians who want to help shape the future of behavioral health care.

At Mindify, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while helping build something special. We value collaboration, innovation, clinical excellence, and professional growth. We believe our success is driven by the talented providers who choose to grow alongside us.

As Mindify continues to expand, so do the opportunities for career advancement, leadership development, clinical specialization, and long-term professional growth.

Work Location & Schedule

This position offers a flexible hybrid model that combines in-person and telehealth services.

Providers are expected to provide onsite services in Perth Amboy, New Jersey a minimum of two days per week. The remainder of the schedule may be conducted virtually based on provider preference, patient demand, and scheduling needs.

Flexible scheduling options are available. This position offers the opportunity to build and maintain a consistent caseload through both in-person and virtual services.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Assessment & Treatment Planning

Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and ongoing clinical evaluations. Identify behavioral health diagnoses and treatment needs. Develop individualized, measurable, and evidence-based treatment plans. Monitor patient progress and modify treatment interventions as clinically appropriate. Maintain a patient-centered approach while supporting clients in achieving their therapeutic goals.

Therapeutic Services

Provide individual, family, couples, and/or group therapy services as appropriate. Utilize evidence-based treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Care, and other clinically appropriate interventions. Assist clients in developing healthy coping skills, emotional regulation strategies, and sustainable wellness goals. Provide crisis intervention and support when clinically indicated.

Collaboration & Care Coordination

Collaborate closely with psychiatric providers, primary care physicians, care managers, and interdisciplinary treatment teams. Participate in clinical consultations, case reviews, and treatment planning discussions. Coordinate referrals and connect clients with community resources and support services. Promote continuity of care through effective communication and collaboration.

Documentation & Compliance

Complete timely, accurate, and clinically appropriate documentation within the electronic medical record system. Maintain treatment plans, progress notes, assessments, and discharge summaries in accordance with agency, payer, and regulatory requirements. Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and all applicable state and federal standards. Maintain ethical, professional, and clinical standards at all times.

Professional Development & Quality Improvement

Participate in supervision, professional development, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical consultations as applicable. Maintain all required licensure, certifications, and continuing education requirements. Stay current with evidence-based practices, behavioral health trends, and advancements in mental health treatment.

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?

Successful clinicians are compassionate, culturally responsive, collaborative, and committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They are comfortable working independently while remaining engaged with a multidisciplinary team. They possess strong clinical judgment, organizational skills, and the ability to build meaningful therapeutic relationships with clients from diverse backgrounds. They are passionate about serving underserved communities and helping patients achieve meaningful progress toward their treatment goals.

Qualifications

Education

Master's Degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field from an accredited institution.

Licensure

Candidates must possess an active New Jersey license or associate license in good standing. Qualified licenses include LCSW, LSW, LPC, LAC, or other appropriate New Jersey behavioral health credentials.

Language Requirement

Fluency in Haitian Creole and English is required.

Many of the individuals and families we serve are Haitian Creole-speaking, and the ability to provide culturally responsive care and communicate effectively in both languages is essential.

Candidates must be able to conduct clinical assessments in Haitian Creole and English, provide therapy services in both languages, communicate effectively with clients, families, and treatment team members, and complete documentation in accordance with organizational and clinical standards.

Experience

Experience providing behavioral health counseling or psychotherapy services is preferred. Experience working with diverse populations in outpatient, community-based, or integrated care settings is preferred. Experience providing telehealth services is also preferred.

Skills & Attributes

Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills. Excellent verbal and written communication abilities. Compassionate, culturally responsive, and patient-centered approach to care. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team. Proficiency with electronic medical record systems and telehealth platforms. Commitment to ethical, evidence-based clinical practice.

Compensation

This is a Fee-for-Service position with compensation ranging from $30.00 to $40.00 per completed session, based on experience, licensure level, credentials, language abilities, and clinical expertise.

Employment Structure & Growth Opportunities

All new providers begin as 1099 Independent Contractors, providing flexibility while becoming familiar with our patients, programs, workflows, and organizational culture.

Following a 90-day review period, providers may be considered for transition into a part-time or full-time W-2 position based on clinical performance, documentation compliance, patient engagement, reliability, professionalism, collaboration, organizational needs, and alignment with Mindify's mission and values.

For clinicians seeking a long-term career with Mindify, the 90-day review is more than a performance evaluation. It is an opportunity to discuss career aspirations, specialty interests, leadership potential, and future growth opportunities within the organization.

As Mindify continues to grow, opportunities may become available for expanded clinical responsibilities, program development initiatives, leadership involvement, clinical specialization tracks, supervisory opportunities where applicable, and participation in strategic growth initiatives.

Providers who transition into eligible W-2 positions may become eligible for additional benefits, which may include a hybrid work model, paid time off, paid holidays, and other company-sponsored benefits where applicable.

Join Our Team

At Mindify Wellness and Care, we believe exceptional mental health care begins with exceptional clinicians.

If you are a Haitian Creole-speaking therapist seeking an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing professionally within a collaborative and supportive environment, we encourage you to apply.

Join Mindify Wellness and Care and become part of a rapidly growing organization dedicated to expanding access to quality behavioral health services throughout New Jersey while serving the Haitian Creole-speaking community with compassion, cultural understanding, and clinical excellence.

Place of Work

Hybrid

Requisition ID

00002

Job Type

Contract