Therapist COPE

Location & Employment Details Fairlawn On‑site, Full Time 40 hours per week. Schedule: Monday–Thursday: 4 days, 10‑hour days; Monday–Friday: 5 days, 8‑hour days with 2 evenings. Salary: $65,000 for LCSW or LPC. Benefits Generous Vacation, Personal, and Sick time Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation 401K Plan and Tuition Reimbursement Employee Discount and Rewards Program Life & AD&D insurance; STD & LTD coverage Health & Dental Coverage Free Clinical Supervision Union Benefits Job Summary As a Therapist in our Outpatient Department, you will work with our team of knowledgeable clinicians providing comprehensive mental health services to our clients, including assessments, treatment plans, and individual counseling. In this role, you will have the opportunity to use various evidence‑based modalities (such as CBT, MI, etc.) to aid in the mental health recovery journey of your clients, collaborate cross‑departmentally with other healthcare providers, and be part of a team committed to providing holistic and accessible care. This is a great opportunity both for those entering the field and for those with more experience. Responsibilities Demonstrate an ability to have a diverse caseload of approximately 45-55 clients of various ages and clinical presentations to expand one's clinical knowledge and experience. Implement evidence‑based interventions (such as CBT, MI, etc.) and assessments to help individuals achieve their treatment goals, link to community resources, and provide inter‑agency coordination of treatment. Assess and evaluate clients at intake, admission, during ongoing treatment, and at discharge or transfer. Formulate psychosocial treatment plans with relevant goals, behaviorally measurable objectives, realistic time frames, and evaluate progress. Respond to clients for crisis intervention. Plan for, communicate, and document discharge/aftercare/transfer plans for clients completing treatment and accessing other services in the continuum. Function as a member of an interdisciplinary team in assessment and evaluation of clients, provide written documentation of client history and assessment information, and actively participate in program and clinical team meetings. Qualifications Master's degree in a behavioral health discipline from an accredited college or university. 1-2 years of clinical experience in the mental health field, including but not limited to internships, community‑based services, case management, etc. Must have the ability to respond to clients for crisis intervention. Provisional/Professional Licensure to practice counseling/clinical social work (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) required. Bilingual (Spanish‑speaking) required. A valid driver's license and must be insurable by the agency’s automobile insurance. Additional Information Don’t believe you meet all the preferred requirements? Apply anyway! Studies have shown that women, communities of color, and historically underrepresented individuals are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. At CarePlus NJ Inc, we are committed to building a workforce that is representative of all members of our community. Who Are We? CarePlus New Jersey has been and continues to be a leader in mental health and a pioneer in integrated care in Northern New Jersey for more than 45 years. CarePlus strives for excellence in mental health, addiction recovery, and community‑based services. Our goal is to offer affordable, accessible, and holistic‑centered care that empowers individuals to reach their full potential and enhance their quality of life. Care Plus follows Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, et seq and NJ Law Against Discrimination. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Care Plus NJ