Clinical Response Team Clinician

Location:Multiple school districts in Rochelle Park
On-site FT40: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm
Salary: $73,000

What We Offer:

• Health & Dental Coverage
• Life & AD&D insurance; STD & LTD coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation
• 403B Plan and Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount and Rewards Program

Note: That's not all! We have even more benefits available. Our recruiting team will provide you with more information as you continue with your interview process. Benefit eligibility is based on the specific requirements and criteria of each plan.

Job Summary:

The Clinical Response Team (CRT) Clinician provides behavioral health treatment, case management, and clinical support to students and families within School Based Services programs, including School Contracts and the School Based Access Center. This role supports children, adolescents, and families through individual, group, and family interventions, with a focus on mental health and substance use concerns. CRT Clinicians work across multiple school, community, and office-based settings to address service gaps, ensure continuity of care, and enhance client outcomes. As part of a team of licensed mental health professionals, the clinician delivers timely, responsive services that support students' behavioral health needs while maintaining uninterrupted program operations.

What You Will Do:

• Provide clinical therapy services through in-person and telehealth sessions, delivering individual, couples, family, and group therapy using evidence-based practices.
• Conduct assessments and diagnoses by evaluating clients' mental health, emotional well-being, behavioral concerns, and treatment needs, utilizing appropriate diagnostic tools and criteria.
• Develop and manage treatment plans by creating individualized care plans, monitoring client progress, and adjusting interventions to meet evolving needs and goals.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions and crisis support using modalities such as CBT, DBT, and other evidence-based approaches, while providing crisis intervention, risk assessments, and safety planning when necessary.
• Collaborate and educate by working with multidisciplinary teams, community resources, clients, and families to coordinate care and provide psychoeducation on mental health, coping skills, and wellness strategies.
• Maintain professional standards through accurate documentation, compliance with ethical and licensing requirements, ongoing professional development, and advocacy for client well-being and access to care.

What We Need to See:

• A Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field from an accredited college and university
• Must have Valid NJ licensure to practice clinical therapy (i.e., LAC, LSW, LPC, LCSW) and/or SUD treatment services (LCSW).
• Documented knowledge of at least 1 -2 years of clinical experience in the mental health field and experience in behavioral health and SUD settings.
• Experience providing clinical services to adults, children/adolescents and groups with serious and persistent mental illness or substance use.
• Must have prior experience working with children and adolescents in a school or clinical setting
• Valid driver's license required and must be insurable by agency's automobile insurance for primary drivers

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.