What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intensive In Community Clinician Masters Level position at Brothers Building A Better Nation?
Benefits:
Position Type: 1099 Independent Contractor
Schedule: Part-Time or Full-Time (Flexible)
Compensation: $50–$60 per hour, based on experience
Reports To: Clinical Director / Licensed Supervisor
About Brothers Building A Better Nation (BBABN)
Brothers Building A Better Nation (BBABN) is a Newark-based nonprofit organization providing trauma-informed, community-centered behavioral health services to children, youth, and families through New Jersey’s Children’s System of Care (CSOC). BBABN delivers Intensive In-Community (IIC) Therapy and Behavioral Assistance with a focus on healing-centered engagement, family-driven care, and community stability.
BBABN serves only youth and families located in Essex County, New Jersey.
Position Summary
The Intensive In-Community (IIC) Clinician – Master’s Level provides home- and community-based therapeutic services to children and adolescents authorized through PerformCare under New Jersey’s Children’s System of Care. This position works under the supervision of a licensed clinician and is ideal for early-career professionals seeking hands-on experience in community-based care while working toward independent licensure.
This role requires strong engagement skills, comfort working in family homes and community settings, and a commitment to timely, accurate documentation.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Service Delivery (Under Supervision)
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Training & development
Position Type: 1099 Independent Contractor
Schedule: Part-Time or Full-Time (Flexible)
Compensation: $50–$60 per hour, based on experience
Reports To: Clinical Director / Licensed Supervisor
About Brothers Building A Better Nation (BBABN)
Brothers Building A Better Nation (BBABN) is a Newark-based nonprofit organization providing trauma-informed, community-centered behavioral health services to children, youth, and families through New Jersey’s Children’s System of Care (CSOC). BBABN delivers Intensive In-Community (IIC) Therapy and Behavioral Assistance with a focus on healing-centered engagement, family-driven care, and community stability.
BBABN serves only youth and families located in Essex County, New Jersey.
Position Summary
The Intensive In-Community (IIC) Clinician – Master’s Level provides home- and community-based therapeutic services to children and adolescents authorized through PerformCare under New Jersey’s Children’s System of Care. This position works under the supervision of a licensed clinician and is ideal for early-career professionals seeking hands-on experience in community-based care while working toward independent licensure.
This role requires strong engagement skills, comfort working in family homes and community settings, and a commitment to timely, accurate documentation.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Service Delivery (Under Supervision)
- Provide face-to-face Intensive In-Community therapy in youth homes and approved community settings throughout Essex County
- Implement treatment interventions aligned with the youth’s Individualized Service Plan (ISP) and supervisory guidance
- Support youth stabilization, emotional regulation, coping skills, and family communication
- Maintain professional boundaries and safety awareness in community-based environments
- Assist with information gathering for assessments as directed by the supervising clinician
- Support treatment planning and goal tracking
- Participate in Child & Family Team (CFT) meetings with supervisory support
- Communicate with families, CMOs, MRSS, and schools as directed
- Support continuity of care through consistent follow-up and collaboration
- Complete all progress notes within 24 hours of each session
- Accurately complete encounters and link services to active authorizations in athenaOne
- Ensure documentation meets CSOC, Medicaid, HIPAA, and BBABN standards
- Adhere to all mandated reporting and ethical requirements
- Participate in required clinical supervision
- Accept feedback and coaching to improve clinical and documentation skills
- Engage in ongoing training related to CSOC, trauma-informed care, and best practices
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field
- Active New Jersey associate-level license:
- LSW
- LAC
- Psychology graduates working toward licensure under supervision (as permitted by NJ regulations)
- Eligibility to work toward independent licensure in New Jersey
- Active, clean driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to travel throughout Essex County only
- Internship or prior experience in community-based or in-home services
- Interest in child, adolescent, and family mental health
- Familiarity with CSOC, PerformCare, or systems-based care
- Strong organization and time-management skills
- $50–$60 per hour, depending on experience
- This is a 1099 independent contractor position
- Contractors are responsible for their own taxes, benefits, and insurance
- Flexible scheduling based on client needs and authorizations
- Community-based work within Essex County
- Sessions primarily occur after school hours and early evenings
- Documentation completed remotely
Salary : $50 - $60