Addiction Counseling, Analysis Skills, Autism, Behavioral Health, Case Management, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Communication Skills, Computer-Based Training (CBT), Crisis Intervention, Crisis Management, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Dance, Developmental Disabilities, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Health Plan, Healthcare, ICD-10, International Classification of Diseases (ICD), Management Strategy, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Psychiatry and Mental Health, Psychotherapy, Regulatory Compliance, Service Delivery, Team Player, Telehealth, Treatment Plan
Licensed Clinician | Paramus, NJ | Full-Time | Hybrid$65,000 to $80,000
About Garden State Counseling Center
Garden State Counseling Center is a behavioral health practice in Paramus, NJ dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care across diverse populations. Our team is committed to creating a supportive, collaborative environment where clinicians can do meaningful work and make a real difference in clients' lives.
The Opportunity
As a Licensed Clinician at Garden State Counseling Center, you will deliver high-quality mental health services to individuals, families, and groups across a range of presenting concerns. You bring clinical skill, cultural competence, and a genuine commitment to your clients' wellbeing. This role is well-suited for a clinician who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting and is looking to grow within a practice that takes care seriously.
What You'll Do
Clinical Services
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and diagnostic evaluations using appropriate clinical standards and ICD-10 coding
- Develop individualized treatment plans incorporating evidence-based modalities including CBT, psychodynamic therapy, art therapy, dance therapy, and applied behavior analysis
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy addressing trauma, grief, addiction, PTSD, developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, gender issues, chronic pain, and other behavioral health concerns
- Utilize crisis intervention and crisis management protocols to support clients in acute episodes
- Implement behavior management strategies for clients with developmental or behavioral challenges
- Deliver services in outpatient, inpatient, and telehealth settings as needed
Documentation and Compliance
- Maintain timely, accurate, HIPAA-compliant clinical records and documentation
- Participate in intake procedures and coordinate case management activities
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure holistic, coordinated patient care
- Stay current with ICD coding updates and medical terminology relevant to mental health services
Requirements
Requirements
Required:
- Active licensure as an LCADC, LAC, LSW, or CADC in good standing
- Experience with psychotherapy modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, addiction counseling, or grief counseling
- Experience with crisis intervention and crisis management protocols
- Strong communication skills with demonstrated empathy and cultural competence
- Commitment to HIPAA compliance and confidentiality standards
Preferred:
- Background in children and family counseling, developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, geriatrics, or special education populations
- Experience with art or dance therapy modalities
- Familiarity with telehealth platforms and remote service delivery
Benefits
Why Join Garden State Counseling Center
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
- Hybrid flexibility with a Paramus, NJ home base
- Opportunity to work with diverse client populations across a range of specialties
- A practice culture grounded in compassion, quality care, and clinician support
- Health Benefits
- PTO
This opportunity is posted by Atlantic Health Strategies on behalf of Garden State Counseling Center.
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