Join a growing, collaborative mental and behavioral health team dedicated to making a tangible impact in our community. As a BilingualOutpatient Clinician I, you will deliver short-term, evidence-based therapy to a diverse population while working within an integrated, multidisciplinary team of medical and psychiatric professionals (MDs, APRNs, and senior clinicians).
This role offers an exceptional balance of structured administrative supervision, professional development, and dedicated community engagement. If you are a passionate, newly licensed clinician looking to sharpen your clinical skills, build collaborative professional networks, and thrive in a highly supportive environment, we want to hear from you.
This position features a prime afternoon and early evening schedule specifically designed to align with the schedules of school-aged children, adolescents, and working families who require care outside of traditional school and business hours.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Practice & Evidence-Based Care
- Provide short-term, evidence-based individual, family, and group therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families.
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to evaluate client needs, interpret psychiatric conditions, formulate proper DSM-5 diagnoses, and establish individualized courses of treatment.
- Utilize data from standardized assessment instruments to establish, track, and dynamically modify individual service plans.
- Promote intentional family engagement and participation, applying evidence-based modalities to inform family therapy interventions.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration & Community Outreach
- Actively participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and administrative supervision to ensure cohesive client care.
- Partner with members of the psychiatric team (MDs and APRNs) and peer clinicians to provide superior, well-rounded behavioral health services.
- Evaluate and recommend appropriate levels of care, diligently coordinating and linking clients to external services or community agencies when required.
- Act as a trusted resource and liaison for youth, adults, and families by collaborating with community providers, schools, and related local agencies to support smooth service planning, treatment, and discharge.
Compliance, EMR Integrity, & Operational Excellence
- Maintain precise, up-to-date case documentation in strict accordance with the State of New Jersey and organizational Outpatient Standards.
- Enter clinical progress notes and collateral information into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system on the same day care is delivered.
- Submit accurate, daily billing logs within the EMR in alignment with established agency performance and productivity targets.
- Perform periodic chart audits and implement constructive corrective actions to ensure total regulatory compliance.
- Manage daily scheduling efficiently to ensure all therapeutic sessions begin and end precisely on time.
Requirements
Position Requirements
- Education: Possession of a Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or Psychology from an accredited institution.
- Licensure: Active, verifiable New Jersey State license in good standing as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC).
- Clinical Experience: In-depth clinical experience or intensive internship training working with children, adolescents, and adults presenting with various psychiatric and behavioral health issues.
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional active listening, verbal, and written communication skills. Proven ability to build meaningful rapport with a diverse client base and professional colleagues.
- Problem-Solving & Agility: Strong ability to multi-task, solve complex problems under administrative supervision, and maintain composure in a fast-paced outpatient environment.
- Group Facilitation & Leadership: Demonstrated competency or strong interest in initiating, facilitating, and managing clinical group discussions, clarifying ideas, and driving group interactions.
- Language Skills: Bilingual fluency in Spanish is required.
- Case Management & Availability: Demonstrated ability to independently manage an outpatient caseload of up to 30 clients effectively, with the flexibility to work early evening hours to accommodate school-aged clients.
- Systems Knowledge: Familiarity with Medicaid documentation compliance and EMR workflows is highly preferred.
Benefits
What We Offer
- Clinical Supervision Provided: Earn your clinical hours toward independent licensure (LCSW/LPC) directly through our organization.
- Professional Growth: Ongoing training in evidence-based modalities and leadership opportunities.
- Collaborative Environment: Regular multidisciplinary team meetings and shared case consultations.
- Competitive Compensation: Based on your current licensing level and clinical experience.