Counselor/Case Manager

Overview

Middlesex County is seeking a Counselor/Case Manager to provide comprehensive care to survivors of sexual violence for the Office of Health Services within the Center for Empowerment. Located in Piscataway, the mission of the Middlesex County Center for Empowerment is to support and empower survivors and significant others affected by sexual violence, and to help eliminate all forms of sexual violence through community awareness and education.

• Work schedule: Mon – Fri 8:30am – 4:15pm• Must be willing to work one evening or weekend per week as needed. (Overtime Eligible)

Responsibilities:

• Perform intake assessments and case management.
• Facilitate individual, group, family, and crisis therapy sessions.
• Demonstrate competency in the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to meet clients’ psychological and social needs, including through an intersectional lens.
• Conduct therapeutic interviews to assist clients to gain insight into personal problems, define goals, and develop a treatment plan.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of the treatment plan and reviews within established time frames.
• Document sessions in client record in a timely manner according to established policies.
• Interact professionally and respectfully while maintaining and ensuring HIPAA, ethical standards, and professional boundaries with all staff and clients.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling, Social Work or related field; andNew Jersey licensure in good standing: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), LSW, LAC or Licensed Psychologist.Previous experience working with sexual violence or trauma preferred.
• Must satisfy employer paid physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• NJ residency required by State Statute. R.S.52:14-7.
• Bilingual/Spanish preferred.

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is:

• $67,000-68,736 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits: You can build your own future while helping to build the future of your community. With competitive benefits, including a pension plan, on-site wellness coaches, and health and dental insurance, Middlesex County offers the support employees need. The County also promotes a healthy work-life balance with generous vacation, sick, and holiday leave. 

Middlesex County is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $67,000 - $68,736