Counselor

New Brunswick Counseling Center (NBCC) is a CARF-accredited, nonprofit provider of outpatient substance use and mental health services. We deliver respectful, high-quality care that supports recovery and wellness across our communities.

We’re hiring a full time Licensed Clinician (LSW or LAC) Counselor to support our Behavioral Health program for our Burlington (Mount Holly)Location. This is a great opportunity for a clinician who values trauma-informed, culturally responsive, person-centered care and wants to do meaningful work in a supportive team environment.

Our Care Philosophy

At NBCC, we believe healing happens when people feel safe, heard, and respected. We use a trauma-informed approach that emphasizes:

• Emotional and physical safety
• Choice and shared decision-making
• Strengths-based goal setting
• Cultural humility and responsive care
• Collaboration and transparency

What You’ll Do

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments for mental health and substance use needs
• Develop person-centered treatment plans in partnership with clients
• Provide individual and group counseling (in-person and telehealth)
• Use evidence-informed practices (e.g., MI, CBT/DBT-informed skills, relapse prevention, coping skills) as appropriate
• Support clients with stress management, emotional regulation, recovery supports, and community resources
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and strengthen outcomes
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation in the EMR in accordance with program standards and compliance requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field (accredited program)
• Active New Jersey licensure: LSW or LAC (required)
• Commitment to trauma-informed and culturally responsive care
• Strong clinical judgment, boundaries, and professionalism
• Comfortable managing a caseload independently while working collaboratively
• Proficiency with EMRs and basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Preferred (not required):

• Experience in outpatient behavioral health, SUD treatment, co-occurring disorders, MAT/OTP settings, or community mental health
• Group facilitation experience
• Bilingual skills (Spanish/other languages)

Benefits & Perks

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), including:
• Competitive medical, dental, and life insurance plans
• Employer-contributed 401K retirement plan
• Paid Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and dedicated training hours
  
• Ongoing professional development through Relias training programs
  

Location & Schedule

• Mount Holly-Onsite
• Full-time; mix of in-person and telehealth based on program needs